International Site Engineering Director
Westinghouse ElectricCranberry Township$162k–$203k/yr
Good fit if
- You can work a hybrid schedule.
- You hold a PE license.
Credentials that matter
Skills and tools
- AP1000
- Nuclear Engineering
- Configuration Management
- NRC Regulations
- Design Basis
Required qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Nuclear, Mechanical, Electrical, or related)
- 15+ years of nuclear industry experience, including engineering leadership roles at operating plants, EPC projects, or OEM organizations
- Demonstrated expertise in nuclear plant operations, engineering processes, regulatory frameworks, and design/licensing bases
- Experience managing international or multi-site engineering teams
- Ability to travel globally
About this role
Lead global engineering execution across Westinghouse's European AP1000 nuclear projects. Oversee design integrity, field performance, and regulatory compliance while managing international engineering teams and partnering with customers and regulators to deliver safe, high-quality nuclear solutions.
Responsibilities
- Provide global leadership for all site-based engineering functions across future European-based AP1000 projects
- Establish and maintain technical governance, engineering standards, and configuration control across European projects and operating plant support activities
- Serve as senior engineering authority for site technical issues, ensuring resolution aligned with nuclear safety, design basis requirements, and licensing obligations
- Support development of long-term engineering strategies for fleet modernization, digital initiatives, plant life extension, and new nuclear technology deployment
- Direct engineering execution at multiple international sites to ensure delivery of modifications, upgrades, outage engineering, and problem resolution
- Drive performance improvements through standardized processes, engineering discipline, and operational rigor
- Oversee engineering support during design, licensing, procurement, construction, commissioning, and design authority turnover
- Ensure configuration management, field change control, and documentation accuracy align with regulatory and quality requirements
- Interface with global customers, government agencies, and nuclear regulators regarding technical matters and engineering commitments
- Build and maintain strong customer relationships to understand operational needs and deliver tailored engineering solutions
- Participate in regulatory interactions, inspections, and technical reviews to demonstrate compliance and resolve issues
- Lead, mentor, and develop a global engineering staff, including site engineering managers, field engineers, and technical specialists
- Promote a culture of safety, accountability, technical excellence, and continuous improvement
- Manage engineering budgets, forecasts, and resource plans to ensure effective use of personnel, materials, and contractor support
- Drive cost-effective engineering execution without compromising safety or quality
- Support business development, proposal preparation, and strategic growth opportunities in international markets
Preferred qualifications
- Master's degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or related field
- Professional Engineering (PE) license or equivalent international credential
- Experience working with Westinghouse technologies, including AP1000 or other advanced nuclear systems
- Direct experience collaborating with international regulators and government agencies
- Multilingual capability and familiarity with cross-cultural engineering environments
Location, schedule, and travel
Hybrid role; initially based at Global Headquarters in Cranberry Township, Pennsylvania with anticipated transition to European location. Extensive global travel required.
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