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Fuel Reliability Engineer (Engineer IV - Principal Engineer) Job In NORTH AMERICA-United States-Virginia-Lynchburg - OFR

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Category:  Engineering
Job Ref:  ENG03197
Job Type:  Permanent
City:  NORTH AMERICA-United States-Virginia-Lynchburg - OFR
Job Description
LOOKING FOR AN EXCITING OPPORTUNITY?
ENJOY A NEW EXCITING CAREER IN A GROWING INDUSTRY!
AREVA is seeking a Fuel Reliability Engineer. Fuel Reliability Engineering is a multi-disciplinary role that interfaces significantly with Project Managers, Fuel Field Services, Design Engineering, Neutronics, Thermal-Hydraulics, Chemistry, Manufacturing, and customers. Engineers typically work with a high degree of independence on multiple concurrent problems of varying durations. Primary responsibilities include:
  • Planning and directing irradiated nuclear fuel inspection activities and analyzing results to diagnose fuel failures and fuel-related operational problems.
  • Lead or support causal analysis, and support Design Engineering or Manufacturing to develop and implement solutions and improvements to fuel products and processes.
  • Post-Irradiated Examinations (PIE) of non-failed fuel to quantify design-related data or to establish margins to failure.

TYPICAL PROJECTS YOUR GROUP MAY WORK ON:

  • Planning, directing, and analysis of results from failed fuel inspections and Post-Irradiation Examinations (PIE) of non-failed fuel, as well as hot cell work when necessary.
  • Lead or support Root Cause investigations related to the performance of the fuel products.
  • Influencing product strategy via feedback of operating experience and risk assessments/FMEAs.
  • Industry projects with organizations like EPRI and PWR Owners Group.
  • Presentations - both internal and external regarding the performance of fuel and the ZTF program.
COMPANY DESCRIPTION
AREVA NP is dedicated to the design and construction of nuclear power plants and research reactors, instrumentation and control, modernization and maintenance services, components manufacture and the supply of nuclear fuel.
AREVA supplies nuclear fuel and associated engineering services for BWRs and PWRs globally. The Fuel Reliability Group supports the failure-free operation of nuclear fuel assemblies used in these markets.
Fuel Reliability is part of the Fuel Business Unit within the AREVA Front End Business Group. The team is chartered with supporting AREVA's Zero Tolerance for Failure initiative and the industry goal of Zero Fuel Failures. The group size consists of 5-6 highly independent engineers that perform inspections and causal analysis of failed fuel. The Fuel Reliability team also leads the global Post-Irradiation Examination (PIE) program for measurements of design-related data on non-failed fuel. The PIE program is essential for regulatory compliance, for maintaining and improving fuel designs, and for quantifying and managing margins to failure.
With manufacturing facilities in 43 countries and a sales network in more than 100, AREVA offers customers reliable technological solutions for CO2-free power generation and electricity transmission and distribution. We are the world leader in nuclear power and the only company to cover all industrial activities in this field.

Our 71,000 employees are committed to continuous improvement on a daily basis, making sustainable development the focal point of the group's industrial strategy.

AREVA's businesses help meet the 21st century's greatest challenges: making energy available to all, protecting the planet, and acting responsibly towards future generations.
AREVA supports a safety conscious work environment and nuclear safety culture by aggressively promoting the identification and correction of safety issues and fostering a conservative decision making environment that drives nuclear safety.
All candidates must meet the following minimum requirements in order to be considered for this Supervisor opportunity.
  • BS in Engineering - Nuclear or Mechanical preferred plus Engineer IV - 5-7 yrs experience/Principal Engineer - 7-10 yrs experience. An advanced business-related degree or an advanced engineering degree may be substituted for related work experience (MBA 1-2 yrs., MS 1-2 yrs. or PhD 1-3 yrs.).
  • Strong analytical, communication, and time-management skills.
  • Background in plant operations, nuclear fuel design engineering, neutronics, thermal hydraulics, or manufacturing.
  • Must be able to gain nuclear site access.
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The following requirements are desired and will be used to differentiate all candidates who apply for this position.
  • Training and experience performing Root Cause evaluations and Failure Modes and Effects Analysis.
  • Training and experience with radiochemistry analysis for PWR & BWR fuel failures.
  • Training and experience with power suppression testing for BWR fuel failures.
  • Experience working in an operating nuclear plant environment.
  • Thorough knowledge of nuclear fuel manufacturing processes.
TRAVEL:
Up to 25% of time. Domestic travel, typically of 2-3 weeks in duration, in a nuclear plant environment for engineering support of fuel inspections. Mostly seasonal during refueling outages (spring/fall) and typically planned in advance, although some unplanned travel for emergent and off-season work is a possibility. Occasional domestic travel of shorter duration to support industry conferences and customer meetings.
We offer competitive salaries, an excellent benefits package, and flexible work options, as well as a uniquely diverse and unified team of professionals. Our culture supports an environment where employees can continuously learn and gain professional growth through education, exciting projects and career mobility. AREVA recognizes your achievements and excellent performance through various performance incentive, recognition and reward programs. Our commitment is to you, the employee.
Come work in an environment that is driven by integrity, innovation and visionary thinking. Join AREVA today, revolutionize the energy industry and energize your future!

Post Date:  07/29/2010
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