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Job title

Lead - ESBWR I&C Systems Engineering

Company GE
Wage Not specified
Location United States, North Carolina, Wilmington
Employment type Full Time
Education Not Specified
Year Experience 4 - 5 Years of Practical Experience
Travel Not Specified
Published on 7/10/2008
Description
Business Unit: GE Infrastructure, Energy
Function: Engineering/Technology
Location: Wilmington, NC
Job #: 821786
Posted: May 15, 2008 Responsibilities

Lead ESBWR I&C engineering including support systems to deliver a complete digital platform solution.

Lead x-disciplinary approach for optimized I&C solution including OE/HFE/Software/Simulation, Power Electrical, Main Control Room, etc.

Lead x-functional activities and communication focal in Engineering, business project managers/engineers, Marketing, Sourcing, QA, IM/IT, Licensing, Legal, etc. including document preparation, reviews and presentations.

Create and maintain system and component/equipment documents and databases including requirements, specifications and drawings/diagrams, (e.g.; logic, schematic, wiring, etc.) procedures, reports, presentations, etc.

Perform analyses, calculations and evaluations needed to establish design basis pedigree plus confirm adequacy and margins.

Support I&C procurement activities with supplier/vendor technical assessments and use recommendations as well as support construction/manufacturing fulfillment by responding to questions, review submittals, witness tests, etc.

Develop, participate and drive new engineering processes and tools as well as collaborate across Engineering, AE participants and functional stakeholders.

"Hands-On" leadership and coaching of ESBWR I&C direct reports for plant specific systems as well as assigned responsible engineers from; common/shared Lead Systems Engineering, within ICE COE, GE Energy Controls COE and Optimization & Control business, architect engineer participants and cross-functional support personnel.

Ensure team activities executed in context of job descriptions, skills and qualifications, team structure, coaching/training, plan/schedule, performance reviews, reward/recognition, etc.

Develop and drive clear/comprehensive, flexible, global resource plan including; GEH, GE Energy, contractors, AE participants, etc.
Qualifications

BS degree in Engineering, Technical fields, Physical Sciences, etc.

Minimum of 7 years experience in technical leadership or engineering management.

Minimum of 10 years experience in I&C and Electrical engineering in power, process or oil & gas industry.

Minimum of 5 years experience leading teams of ~15 individuals.

Minimum of 3 years experience working with nuclear customers or regulators directly.

Six Sigma Green Belt/ Black Belt Certification (GE Employees Only).

Desired

MS degree in Engineering, Technical fields, Physical Sciences, etc.

Minimum of 15 years experience in nuclear power plant and related AE I&C and Electrical engineering.

Experience across technical disciplines, power plant types and engineering activities (e.g.; first of a kind engineering (FOAKE), new product/project development, O&M plant engineering).

Experience with 2 nuclear power plant platform designs (e.g.; BWR's, PWR's, etc.).

Strong working knowledge of nuclear power industry guidance, codes, standards, regulations.

Demonstrated ability to establish a technically innovative vision and provide fulfillment engineering leadership.

Demonstrated ability to manage a large, complex projects involving multiple demands and priorities with direct and matrix'ed teams.

Proven ability to energize teams to deliver through inclusiveness with diverse people.

Exceptional communication style, both verbal and written.

Ability to present from small informal groups to large formal ones composed of senior business leadership, customers and regulators.

Demonstrated Imagination and courage to obtain buy-in for calculated risks developing people and new ideas.

Clear Thinker able to simplify strategy into specific actions, makes decisions and communicates priorities.

Passion for Integrity, Safety and Quality including stretching for continuous process improvement.

Solidly detail oriented approach able to define work responsibilities and scope, assign tasks, track, provide feedback and deliver through others.

Demonstrated technical project management skills leading large programs including spec./scope, budget/cost with planning and scheduling control expertise.

Demonstrated ability and drive to work under pressure for extended periods of time to cheerfully get the job done on-spec., on-budget and on-schedule.

Strong working knowledge of applicable industry guidance, codes, standards, regulations, etc.
General

GE developed breakthrough light water technology in the mid-1950's called Boiling Water Reactor (BWR). Since that time, GE has developed nine evolutions of BWR technology, including the 1st operational Gen3 advanced BWR (ABWR) design in the world. The latest design evolution is the Economically Simplified BWR (ESBWR) incorporating innovative advanced passive safety features & new levels of construction and operational efficiencies.

GE Hitachi (GEH) currently has 56 plants operating worldwide with an operating capacity of 50+ GWatt. The 36 plants in North America avoid the release of 185+ million tons of greenhouse gases per year. This clean generating capacity delivers base load electricity and sustains our plant in an ecologically friendly manner.

For 50+ years GEH continues to provide safe, clean, and robust advanced technology to the civilian nuclear power industry. Today, New Units, Services and Fuel are the 3 main business segments delivering products and services with the highest levels of integrity, safety and quality that deliver world class customer value.

Instrumentation & Control and Electrical (ICE) Engineering Center Of Excellence (COE) is an exciting, large and growing team delivering innovative solutions, both safety and non-safety related at the leading edge of technology. The COE is organized into 4 main groups; Plant Control & Automation, Digital Solutions & Equipment, Electrical Systems & Equipment and Support Services. Using the latest engineering processes and automation tools the team designs, produces and supports solutions, systems, equipment and components throughout the long lifecycles of a nuclear power plant. The customers expect nothing less than excellence in this demanding global market. GEH is the company that meets and exceeds these challenging expectations.

This position may be offered at a lower salary and/or career band commensurate with experience providing candidate meets position requirements.
GE is an equal opportunity employer, offering a great work environment, challenging career opportunities, professional training and competitive compensation.

The United States has regulations that govern the hiring of current or former U.S. Government employees. If you currently work for (or have in the past) the U.S. Government (in any capacity), you may have certain responsibilities under these regulations and certain restrictions may apply to your potential employment with GE. Therefore, if you are contacted by GE regarding a position of employment, and you have worked for the U.S. Government at any time, please immediately inform the GE representative of this fact.df-tc

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