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Principal Mechanical Engineer

Westinghouse Electric·New Stanton·Posted July 2026
Nuclear industryUS only

About this role

Principal Mechanical Engineer supporting Westinghouse's Parts Business at the New Stanton facility. Design, develop, and support mechanical components and spare parts for operating nuclear plants. Responsibilities include ASME code compliance (Section III/VIII), technical package preparation, equipment qualification, commercial dedication, and Material Master Data management in SAP.

Responsibilities

  • Prepare and review technical packages including drawings, specifications, and procurement requirements for mechanical products
  • Perform ASME Section III and/or Section VIII engineering activities including preparing ASME Design Specifications and Design Reports, and reviewing supplier submittals
  • Develop and maintain Material Master Data and Parts Baselines in SAP
  • Determine critical equipment characteristics to support equipment qualification and commercial dedication activities
  • Assist in development of equipment qualification test procedures, evaluate test results, and review final reports
  • Prepare Commercial Dedication Instructions
  • Provide technical input during proposal process and engineering support to manufacturing and shop operations
  • Work cross-functionally with quality engineering, supply chain management, and supplier base

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering
  • 5+ years of experience
  • Working knowledge of ASME code with respect to Section III and/or Section VIII
  • Prior experience generating ASME Design Specifications and Design Reports

Desired

  • Experience with fabrication of ASME code components
  • Knowledge of mechanical components (pumps, valves, mechanical seals, motors)
  • SAP knowledge, especially production, requisitioning, and material master data management
  • Experience writing technical requirements for equipment procurement and developing specification inputs
  • Familiarity with AP1000 design process

Location

New Stanton facility, hybrid role requiring on-site presence 2-3 days per week

Job details

FieldEngineering
LocationNew Stanton
IndustryNuclear energy
PostedJul 2026

Skills & Tools

ASME CodesAsme Section ViiiSAPEquipment QualificationCommercial Dedication

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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