Engineer - Civil Structural Design New Nuclear Plant Projects (Wilmington, NC)

Job Description Summary

The Civil / Structural Engineer will perform design, analyses and review of New Nuclear Power Plants (NPP) within a team environment to ensure compliance of the design with Canadian codes and regulations and the CNSC Regulatory requirements.

Job Description

Essential Responsibilities :

Civil / Structural engineer with expertise in design, construction and modularization of Nuclear Island structures and components. The candidate must demonstrate strong, working knowledge of static and dynamic analyses, including reinforced concrete design, structural steel design, and composite structure design.

Primary responsibilities will be to perform structural engineering analysis, design and review of the static and dynamic analysis / qualification of nuclear power plant structures to ensure that the design meets the Canadian code requirements, and to coordinate design reviews between GE and local AE firms.

Execute the design / analysis and reviews of Seismic Category I and Seismic Category II structures.

Perform structural analysis for reinforced concrete and steel framed structures for seismic, hydrodynamic, thermal, wind and tornado loads using ANSYS, SAP2000 or GT-STRUDL computer codes.

Working knowledge of CNSC Regulatory Guides, Canadian National Building Codes and Standards.

Perform work in compliance with policies and procedures.

Assure proper documentation of technical data generated for the assigned projects and / or tasks consistent with engineering policies and procedures.

Provide timely communications on significant issues or developments.

Participate on teams assigned to address organizational initiatives and generic issues.

Support GE Vernova Hitachi Nuclear Energy (GVH) quality requirements, including participation in design reviews, initiating and responding to Corrective Actions.

Provide on-time, quality delivery of engineering documentation in accordance with contract requirements, business procedures, and regulatory agency guidelines.

Required Qualifications :

Bachelor's Degree of Science in Civil / Structural Engineering.

0-3 years of experience in civil / structural design.

Eligibility Requirements :

This job will be located at our headquarters in Wilmington, NC (Relocation assistance provided)

This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. If applicable, final offers will be contingent on ability to obtain authorization for access to U.S. export-controlled information from the U.S. Government.

Desired Qualifications :

Working knowledge of ACI, ASCE and AWS codes and Standards.

Ability to effectively communicate and work with others.

Fundamental knowledge of TI and BOP systems analyses and design.

Strong technical aptitude, including applicable engineering tools and systems.

Strong oral and written communication skills.

Strong interpersonal and leadership skills

Demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve problems

Demonstrated ability to effectively manage multiple demands and priorities

Perform work in compliance with policies and procedures.

PC proficiency

Working knowledge of Canadian design codes and requirements.

Working knowledge of FEA computer software.

The base pay range for this position is $70,000 to $101,000. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate's experience, education, and skill set. This position is also eligible for bonuses, such as a performance bonus / variable incentive compensation / equity. This position is expected to close on Friday, November 7th.

The company pays a geographic differential of 110%, 120%, or 130% of salary in certain areas.

Healthcare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage, access to a Health Coach, a 24 / 7 nurse-based resource; and access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24 / 7 confidential assessment, counseling, and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401 (k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability insurance, life insurance, and paid time-off for vacation or illness.

General Electric Company, Ropcor, Inc., and in some cases their affiliates, each sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs (i.e., is a "Sponsor"). Each Sponsor reserves the right to terminate, amend, suspend, replace, or modify its benefit plans and programs at any time and for any reason, in its sole discretion. No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a Sponsor's welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.

This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. If applicable, final offers will be contingent on ability to obtain authorization for access to U.S. export-controlled information from the U.S. Government.

Additional Information

GE Vernova offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Vernova is an Equal Opportunity Employer () . Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

GE Vernova will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable).

Relocation Assistance Provided : Yes

#LI-Remote - This is a remote position

Application Deadline : November 08, 2025

GE Vernova is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.