Simulator Operation Engineer
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Welcome to the future of nuclear energy, where Westinghouse Electric Company is leading the field with expertise and innovation to shape the power of tomorrow.
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About the role:
As a Simulator Operation Engineer, you will ensure that the high-fidelity simulators used to train licensed nuclear power plant operators perform exactly as intended. You will work at the intersection of plant operations, engineering analysis and advanced simulation technology-turning data into insights, investigating complex behavior and contributing to projects with an impact on nuclear safety and operator readiness.
You will report to the Simulator Operational Support Manager. You will be located at the Madrid headquarters in San Sebastián de los Reyes. This is a full-time hybrid remote/in-office role.
Key Responsibilities:
- Perform verification, validation and acceptance testing on full-scope nuclear power plant simulators.
- Compare simulator performance with plant reference data, operating procedures and engineering requirements.
- Investigate discrepancies, identify causes and collaborate with specialists to implement solutions.
- Contribute to modernization, upgrade, Factory Acceptance Test and Site Acceptance Test campaigns.
- Prepare clear technical reports, test records and engineering documentation.
- Work with international teams across simulation, modeling, systems, controls and instrumentation.
- Support technical meetings, customer demonstrations, audits and regulatory inspections.
Qualifications:
- Degree in Engineering (Nuclear, Energy, Industrial, Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical)
- Knowledge in nuclear energy, power generation or complex industrial systems, control systems, instrumentation, modeling, simulation tools, programming, automation, and data analysis
- Spanish and English proficiency, Portuguese proficiency is valuable
- Driver's license
- Ability to travel
Why Westinghouse?
We know that to put forth your best effort, you need to be challenged and enjoy what you do in a supportive and respectful environment. We aim to maintain this balance by offering our employees the amenities, benefits and training they need to reach personal and professional goals.
Below is an example of what employees in Spain can expect:
- Attractive remuneration
- Hybrid model of work.
- High flexibility and autonomy.
- Great benefits for your convenience and safety:
- Peer-to-peer recognition program.
- Lunch allowance.
- Private health insurance
- Employee Assistance Program: confidential counseling and resources for employees, eligible dependents, and household members
- Learning and development opportunities.
- We encourage our employees to participate in community service events and other team-building activities to strengthen their bonds and inspire each other.
You can learn more about Westinghouse by visiting http://www.westinghousenuclear.com.
Westinghouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.
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