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Principal Database Engineer - GIC Tools and Applications

Westinghouse Electric·Cranberry Township·Posted July 2026
Nuclear industryUS only

About this role

Principal Database Engineer supporting Westinghouse's Instrumentation & Controls (I&C) organization. Design, implement, and maintain scalable database solutions for nuclear I&C design and configuration management systems. Collaborate with software developers, data analysts, and IT teams to integrate databases into broader nuclear systems and support data-driven applications.

Responsibilities

  • Develop, implement, and maintain scalable, secure, and high-performance database schemas for I&C design and configuration management systems
  • Collaborate with software developers, data analysts, and IT teams to integrate databases into broader systems and support data-driven applications
  • Document database designs, configurations, and standard operating procedures for future reference and compliance
  • Execute assignments independently within project schedule and budgetary requirements
  • Ensure accuracy and completeness of assigned tasks

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Software Engineering or related technical field
  • Minimum 5 years' experience in Database Engineering or similar role
  • Proficiency in SQL and relational databases (MSSQL, Azure, MySQL, Oracle, PostgreSQL)
  • Experience designing and implementing database structures aligned with user requirements and business needs
  • Ability to develop and optimize SQL queries, stored procedures, and triggers
  • Ability to work effectively as part of a cross-functional team including engineering, testing, and manufacturing

Desired

  • Knowledge of industry standards governing software design, development, and documentation
  • Experience with C#, Java, or Python programming languages
  • Knowledge of data warehousing, ETL/ELT processes, and CI/CD for databases
  • Familiarity with AI/ML concepts, data pipelines, and model deployment

Location

Hybrid, Warrendale, PA

Job details

FieldEngineering
Salary$103k–$129k/yr
LocationCranberry Township
IndustryNuclear energy
PostedJul 2026

Skills & Tools

SQLMssqlAzureOraclePostgresqlI&C Systems

About the company

Westinghouse Electric

The world's leading nuclear energy company, supplying nuclear fuel, plant design, engineering and plant services to utilities worldwide. Headquartered in Cranberry Township, PA.

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