Job Description
Who We Are:
Framatome is an international leader in nuclear energy recognized for its innovative solutions and value-added technologies for the global nuclear fleet. With worldwide expertise and a proven track record for reliability and performance, the company designs, services and installs components, fuel, and instrumentation and control systems for nuclear power plants. More than 2,000 Framatome employees in the U.S. work every day to help our customers supply ever cleaner, safer, and more economical low-carbon energy.
The Opportunity:
This position is in the Nondestructive Examination (NDE) Engineering organization, which specializes in developing custom remotely controlled, robotic manipulators and controllers and the associated visual, ultrasonic, or eddy current inspection techniques needed to inspect nuclear reactor plant components. Under direct supervision the successful candidate will integrate into a multi-discipline team of engineers including mechanical, electrical, and software engineers. Activities range from new product development to modification and maintenance of existing systems. This position is located in Lynchburg, VA.
What You’ll Do at Framatome:
- Participate in the creation of first-of-a-kind solutions to meet customer needs and respond to emergent issues
- Prepare technical documents to support tool operation or design specification.
- Perform conceptual and detailed robotic or tooling design utilizing SolidWorks and other CAD packages.
- Design equipment that must meet rigid quality requirements and maneuver and operate in difficult environments.
- Support tooling qualification and acceptance testing.
- Performs other related duties and tasks, as required
Candidates likely to thrive in this role are those who enjoy working on a variety of projects at any point in time, enjoy working in a fast-paced design setting, enjoy hands on assembly and testing related work to go along with their design efforts, and who are self-motivated with the ability to work independently.
Travel is not required
Required Experience
All candidates must meet the following minimum requirements to be considered for this opportunity:
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, or related degree program; with at least four semesters completed by start of internship.
- Please attach a copy of your unofficial academic transcript as part of your application. Transcripts can be added in the Profile Attachments section (Step 5) of the online application.
- Strong technical problem-solving abilities
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Excellent technical writing and verbal communication skills
The following may be used to differentiate candidates who apply for this position:
- Previous internship/co-op experience in field of study
- Fundamental computer skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills including technical writing
- A pro-active approach to problem identification and resolution
- Strong academic performance
- Strong technical problem-solving skills
- Ability to work well in a fast-paced atmosphere
- Strong “hands on” work skills (assembly, equipment / tooling checkout and testing, etc.)
- Exposure to or experience in Dimensional Tolerancing / GD&T (Geometric Dimensional and Tolerancing).
- Exposure to or experience in 3D CAD
- Exposure to or experience in Welding and / or Machining
- Your actions, behaviors, and decisions are made in a manner consistent with https://www.framatome.com/en/jobseekers/our-values/
- You are ready to join Framatome and help deliver clean, safe energy and advance nuclear technology!
Our total rewards package
The range of base salary for the position is between $19 – $23 per hour, and may also include annual incentives, performance bonuses and benefits. Please note that the base salary range is a guideline, and individual total compensation will vary based on factors such as qualifications, skill level, competencies and work location.
Framatome offers a broad employee benefits portfolio as a key component of your total rewards. This includes:
Retirement savings plans (401k) with employer match; paid time off including up to 1 hour of sick leave for every 30 hours worked and paid holidays that fall on normally scheduled workdays; education reimbursement; adoption assistance; employee assistance programs; opportunities for professional development.
This opportunity is in Lynchburg, Virginia
After work you will enjoy all that Central Virginia has to offer. From beautiful Smith Mountain Lake to the scenic Blue Ridge Mountains you can hike, mountain bike, snowboard and water ski to your hearts content. You’ll avoid the traffic hassles of a major city, while being in driving distance to many of the major cities, beaches and attractions along the mid-Atlantic coast. Take in a minor league baseball game or one of the many festivals in the region. Our Young Generation Nuclear group hosts numerous social and professional development events that will allow you to quickly build relationships and advance your career.
Discover Lynchburg, Virginia: https://www.opportunitylynchburg.com/
Framatome is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.