Lead Security Engineer

gevernova· IF1184 GE Vernova Hitachi Nuclear Energy Americas LLC
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Full timeIF1184 GE Vernova Hitachi Nuclear Energy Americas LLC

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Job Description Summary

The Lead Security Engineer is a cross-functional engineering role on the Plant Layout and Program Integration Team for the research and development phase for the new nuclear reactors within a team environment, working with partner organizations and suppliers to advance plant conceptual and detailed design and successfully deliver a new plants project. The candidate will produce an economically superior design by employing a balance of cutting edge and proven technologies and will be responsible for development and implementation of licensing and technical requirements along with the associated work processes for advanced work in new nuclear plants.

Job Description

Roles and Responsibilities

  • Demonstrates expertise in the areas of physical security and emergency preparedness in support of new plant design and development.   The role requires experience with development and implementation of physical security and emergency preparedness requirements and the ability to work in secured information facilities under both national and international security requirements.
  • Provide knowledge of integrated design processes pertaining to security and emergency preparedness.
  • Establish processes and procedures for new plant design as related to emergency preparedness, physical security, and major event mitigation (B.5.b, SAFER, FLEX). 
    Lead team in the New Plant design to ensure development of Severe Accident Mitigation Guidelines (SAMG) and Emergency Action Levels that pertain to 10 CFR 50.54 (hh)(2) and 10 CFR 50.150 
  • Identify, develop, evaluate, and introduce engineering solutions to meet near term and long-range physical security and emergency preparedness product needs.
  • Provide technical consultation on physical security and emergency preparedness throughout the organization.
  • Maintain an active role in developing and defining the state of the art in physical security and emergency preparedness to anticipate, apply, adapt or develop technologies for product introduction, quality, performance, cost improvements and problem resolution in meeting current and future business needs including adherence to schedules and estimated costs.
  • Effectively communicate and provide recommendations through the analysis, and presentation of technical data to internal and external GE customers using reports, records, and letters.
  • Provide technical guidance, direction, and training to new and experienced engineers, specialists, technicians, and co-ops.

Minimum Qualifications

  • Bachelor of Science in Engineering, Physics, Chemistry, or Mathematics
  • At least 5 years of experience serving in an engineering capacity.

Desired Characteristics

  • At least 3 years of experience in SGI regulatory requirements.
  • ​Licensed Professional Engineer
  • Strong oral and written communication skills
  • Strong interpersonal and leadership skills
  • Demonstrated ability to document, plan, market and manage programs that further the knowledge, understanding and capability of the organization.
  • Problem solving skills
  • Experience with the development and implementation of physical security and emergency preparedness requirements at domestic and international licensed commercial nuclear facilities, and the ability to work in secured information facilities under both national and international security requirements. 
  • Experienced with Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) Safeguards Information (SGI) requirements.
  • Broad Electrical & Civil plant systems and components design experience in Boiling Water Reactors (BWR) and Pressurized Water Reactors (PWR).
  • Ability to effectively collaborate between cross-functional engineering design teams both internal and external to the organization.
  • Ability to effectively function in a dynamic design environment, manage the demands of multiple tasks and projects, while maintaining an uncompromised commitment to personal and nuclear safety principles.

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

 

 

For candidates applying to a U.S. based position, the pay range for this position is between $85,600.00 and $164,000.00. The Company pays a geographic differential of 110%, 120% or 130% of salary in certain areas. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate’s experience, education, and skill set.

 

 

Bonus eligibility: discretionary annual bonus.

 

 

This posting is expected to remain open for at least seven days after it was posted on June 19, 2026.

 

 

Available benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to Health Coach from GE Vernova, 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 Vernova 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 financial planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability benefits, life insurance, 12 paid holidays, and permissive time off.

 

 

GE Vernova Inc. or its affiliates (collectively or individually, “GE Vernova”) sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs GE Vernova 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 GE Vernova welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.

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