Hybrid Lead Scientist – Materials Science and Engineering

at GE Vernova

• Job title: Lead Scientist – Materials Science and Engineering
• Job type: Full Time
• Experience level: Senior
• Salary: $98,400 - $164,000 per year
• Degree requirement: Bachelor's Degree
• Location requirements: Hybrid, Wilmington, United States

About the role

• Materials Engineer developing new material technology and characterizing material behavior at GE Vernova. Collaborating with the Chemistry and Materials team in a hybrid work environment in Wilmington, NC.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support towards the development and execution of BWR plant and fuel related materials deliverables within both GVH and GNF businesses
• Provide technical leadership in the development and execution of BWR material property behavior test programs
• Perform technical evaluations, analyses and verifications in the areas of BWR nuclear plant and fuel material applications
• Perform work in compliance with NRC regulated policies and procedures
• Interface with internal and external customers on technical issues
• Support Company initiatives
• Meet customer commitments and drive continuous improvement

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering, Metallurgy, Chemistry, Material Science, Nuclear, Mechanical, or similar
• At least 5 years of experience in an engineering capacity
• Experience in specific technology areas: BWR plant and fuel material processing, testing, and in-service performance behavior
• Knowledge or experience with ASTM and ASME Section 3, Section 7, and Section 11
• Experience with BWR and PWR technology (i.e. reactor structural materials, stainless steel, nickel alloys, and zirconium alloys)
• Knowledge of reactor material licensing requirements
• Ability to interface effectively with all levels of the organization and external customers
• This role requires access to US export-controlled information.

Benefits

• medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
• access to Health Coach from GE Vernova, a 24/7 nurse-based resource
• access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services
• retirement benefits including the GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions
• access to Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants
• tuition assistance
• adoption assistance
• paid parental leave
• disability benefits
• life insurance
• 12 paid holidays
• permissive time off