Electrical Engineering/computer Engineering/software Engineering
Bechtel Bettis, Inc. (Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania)

Electrical Engineering/Computer Engineering/Software Engineering 

The Bettis Laboratory has developed advanced Naval nuclear propulsion technology and provided technical support during the construction, operation, and maintenance of Naval nuclear propulsion plants for more than 50 years.  Bettis designed reactor plants for the first nuclear-powered submarines (USS NAUTILUS) and aircraft carrier (USS ENTERPRISE), all of the Nimitz class aircraft carriers, and the USS SEAWOLF.  A major initiative for the Laboratory is the design of nuclear-powered propulsion plants and electrical power systems for the next class of U.S. Navy aircraft carriers.  The Laboratory’s main sites are located in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and Idaho Falls, Idaho.  Other locations where Bettis provides support include Charleston, South Carolina, and shipyards located in Groton, Connecticut and Newport News, Virginia.  The Bettis Laboratory is operated for the Department of Energy by Bechtel Bettis, Inc.

Bettis’ responsibilities for nuclear propulsion include research and development, design, testing, training, new construction and operational support, and the examination and disposal of expended reactors.  This “cradle-to-grave” responsibility provides the opportunity for diverse and challenging work assignments.

Location:  This position will be at the main site, located near Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Responsibilities:  

Designing, testing and prototyping in extensive laboratory facilities, analysis, qualification, and technical procedure development for:  a)  embedded systems software, b) VME compliant hardware, c) electrical power generation/distribution, d) instrumentation and control (I&C), and e) power electronic components and systems.

Educational Requirements:  

BSEE or BSCE from an accredited college or university; advanced degree preferred; 3.2 GPA or better is desired.

Experience Requirements:  

U.S. Navy, or I&C, embedded software or electrical design experience a plus but not required.

U.S. CITIZENSHIP IS REQUIRED

Applicants selected will be subject to a Federal background investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified material.

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