GE HITACHI NUCLEAR - Distributed Control System Design Engineer

nce of plant systems.

• Execute design projects through all phases: From conceptual to detailed design, using digital tools and rigorous configuration management.

• Select and integrate I&C hardware and software: Ensuring functional, performance, reliability, and security goals.

• Collaborate with other disciplines: To achieve RAM targets using FMEA, PRA, and related methods.

• Support regulatory licensing and procurement: Oversee supplier development and compliance with standards.

• Manage supplier testing and integration: Review and approve test plans, procedures, and reports (FAT, SAT, etc.).

• Build and maintain relationships: With project management, A/E, EPC partners, and suppliers.

• Manage project scope, budget, and schedule: Deliver results on time and within budget.

• Drive continuous improvement and cost reduction: Support LEAN initiatives.

• Provide leadership and mentorship: Promote a strong nuclear safety culture.

Requirements:

• Technical Degree in Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, Nuclear, Computer Science/Technology, Systems), or related field (Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics).

• Extensive Industry Experience: ideally within heavy industries, high-risk or high-standards industries (nuclear, power, oil & gas, etc.).

• Design Documentation Expertise: creating system design requirements, specifications, and documentation using digital tools (drawings, databases, etc.).

• Diagramming and Modeling Proficiency: developing diagrams (functional block, logic, wiring, etc.) and physics-based simulations.

• Standards Compliance: Working experience with IEC 60xxx/61xxx/62xxx OR IEEE standards (603, 7-4.3.2, etc.).

• Safety-Critical I&C Experience: Proven experience in design, application, or field engineering of safety-significant I&C systems.

• Dynamic Simulation Experience with digital tools for physics-based process control algorithm development and simulation.

• PLC/DCS Experience: application or field engineering of mid-tier PLC or top-tier DCS systems.

Desired Experience:

• Nuclear I&C Expertise: Experience with nuclear analog and digital I&C, safety systems, and related processes (CRD, RBM, EQ testing, etc.).

• Nuclear Regulatory Experience: Familiarity with nuclear regulatory affairs, design certification, and licensing (US NRC or international standards).

• Advanced DCS/PLC Experience: Hands-on experience with deploying and supporting complex, high-reliability DCS/PLC systems (GE Mark-VIe, Westinghouse CommonQ, etc.).

• Digital Engineering Tool Proficiency: Experience with modern digital engineering tools for content creation, requirements management, simulation, and configuration management (Confluence, DOORS-NextGen, Simulink, etc.).

• Strong Analytical and Decision-Making Skills: Clear thinking, detail-oriented, and able to make sound, timely decisions.

• Excellent Communication Skills: Exceptional technical writing and strong verbal communication abilities.

• Project Management Skills: Ability to take ownership, plan, prioritize, and manage projects effectively.

• Proactive and Results-Oriented: Self-starter with a positive attitude and a track record of delivering quality results.

• Team Player: Ability to collaborate effectively in cross-disciplinary teams.

• Adaptability and Continuous Improvement: Willingness to learn, adapt, and implement process improvements.

• Lean/Agile and Quality Improvement Skills: Working knowledge of Agile, LEAN, DMAIC, DFSS, FMEA, and related methodologies.

The preferred work location for this role is at the GE Vernova Engineering Innovation Center in Warsaw, Poland, but highly qualified candidates will be considered with hybrid work option.

Additional Information

Relocation Assistance Provided: No