Principle Engineer

Job description

**Principal Engineer**

**_Join the WRIGHT team!_**

Curtiss-Wright is a global leader in providing valves, pumps, actuators, pipe restraints, instrumentation, diagnostics and test equipment to the Nuclear Power Industry.

Our employees are highly motivated, self-starters and able to work in a fast-paced team environment where critical and tight deadlines are common, and Customer Satisfaction is our foremost mission.

https://www.cwnuclear.com/brands/enertech/default.aspx

Curtiss-Wright invests in the development, recruitment and retention of critical skills as part of its model for business success.

We offer a competitive wage, a complete benefit package includes medical, dental, vision and life insurances, 401k retirement, tuition reimbursement, and vacations/holidays.

**The Opportunity |** **Principle Engineer**

**Location: Brea, CA**

Step into a challenging role and be part of our Analysis Engineering team.

You will have the opportunity to work with a team of mechanical engineers in the areas of design, analysis, product development and qualification.

In a fast paced and high demand environment, the engineer will develop technical solutions for emerging problems in our existing products as well as concept stage products and new designs.

The position involves working with valves, actuators, and similar flow control devices, mechanical equipment, and structural components utilized in commercial nuclear power plants, both existing and new build.

**Salary** : $144,100 - $192,100

_Please note that the salary range information provided is a general guideline only, reflecting a position based in California.

Criteria such as the candidate’s qualifications and relevant experience, the scope of the specific position, as well as market and business considerations will be evaluated when extending an offer._

**We Take Care of Our People**

Paid Time Off **I** 401K with Employer Match and Profit Sharing **I** Health and Wellness Benefits **I** Learning and Development Opportunities **I** Referral Program **I** Competitive Pay **I** Recognition **I** Employee Stock Purchase Plan (https://curtisswright.com/investor-relations/overview/default.aspx) **I** Inclusive & Supportive Culture (https://careers.curtisswright.com/en/who-we-are/)

**Your Challenges:**

+ Developing innovative solutions based on internal or external customer specification requirements.
+ Performing stress, thermal, or dynamic analyses on valves, actuators, and similar mechanical equipment, under a variety or conditions and scenarios.
+ Creation of reports that document the results of analyses performed.
+ Reviewing complex systems and product components to ensure compliance to environmental qualification criteria, performance and regulatory requirements.
+ Designing and executing prototype test plans and reporting results.
+ Working with other teams to improve new and existing designs based on analysis results.
+ When required, communicating with customers to identify potential solutions that can be provided to existing problems and the business opportunities therein.

**Your Expertise:**

+ Degree in Mechanical Engineering (BS with 4+/MS with 2+) years of relevant experience.
+ Demonstrated experience in new product research and development.
+ Demonstrated experience in Finite Element Analysis (ANSYS preferred).
+ Experience with either ASME BPVC Section VIII Division 2 or a similar code.
+ Experience with valve and/or actuator design and analysis is a plus.
+ Familiarity with IEEE 323, 344, 382, ASME B16.25, B16.34, B16.5 is a plus.
+ Experience with parametric modeling (SolidWorks preferred).
+ Experience in Computational Fluid Dynamics is a plus.
+ Experience in the nuclear industry is a plus.
+ Professional engineering licensure is highly desirable.

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_No unsolicited agency submittals please.

Agency partners must be invited to participate in a search by our_ **_Talent Acquisition Team (TA_COE@curtisswright.com)_** _and have signed terms in place prior to any submittal.

Resumes submitted directly to any Curtiss-Wright employee or affiliate will not qualify for fee payment, and therefore become the property of Curtiss-Wright._

**Compliance Statement**

This position may require exposure to export-controlled information and subject to additional security screening.

In the event information provided during the security screening reveals ineligibility to access export-controlled information, any offer of employment may be reconsidered or withdrawn.

Curtiss-Wright is an equal opportunity employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability, age, ancestry, legally protected medical condition, family care status, marital status, religion, veteran status, national origin, or any other legally protected status.

If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact Talent Acquisition.

(TA_COE@curtisswright.com)

**For US Applicants: EEO is The Law – click here for more information.

(https://www.eeoc.gov/poster)**

If you require accommodation due to a disability at any time during the recruitment and/or assessment process, please contact Talent Acquisition (TA_COE@curtisswright.com) and we will make all reasonable efforts to accommodate your request.

**Join the WRIGHT Team!**

Over 95 years of growth, Curtiss-Wright is an integrated, market-facing global diversified industrial company and remains a technology leader through this legacy of innovation.

Through three well-balanced segments – Aerospace & Industrial, Defense Electronics and Naval & Power, we remain focused on advanced technologies for high performance platforms and critical applications.

Diversity, commitment to excellence and dedication to the spirit of pioneering innovation continue to drive the employees of Curtiss-Wright.

**Our Values**
What makes a world-class organization?

It all begins with core values that provide a strong foundation for success.

Simple in theory, the values of Curtiss-Wright are reflected in every aspect of our operations.

To our employees, these are more than words on a wall – we all take these values to heart in our relationships with our customers and each other.

**Leadership**
We lead based on vision and strategic direction, empowering employees to reach goals through thoughtful and decisive action.

**Customer Focus**
We are committed to achieving total quality by meeting our customers’ expectations and delivering products and services in a timely fashion.

**Teamwork & Trust**
Working in a spirit of trust and collaboration, we actively encourage employees to contribute their ideas and innovations to keep our company moving forward.

**Respect for People**
We believe that people are our most valuable asset and will always do the right thing in our dealings and interactions with all employees.

**Integrity**
We will act with the highest integrity in all of our business relationships and strategic partnerships.

**What We Offer Our Employees:**

**Opportunity:** As part of the Curtiss-Wright team, you have the opportunity each day to transform the way customers do business, as well as transform your career.

Our entrepreneurial environment provides you with excellent experiences that enable you to develop your skills through stretch assignments and the opportunity to work with the best talent in the industry.

You will have the opportunity to contribute from day one!

**Challenging Work:** The work we do here is not only challenging, but it is meaningful to our customers, our employees and the communities in which they live and work.

You are given the chance to work on some of the most advanced technology projects in the world.

Now that something to be proud of!

**Collaborative Environment:** The teamwork among our exceptionally talented people enables us to deliver some of the most advanced solutions to our customers.

Required Skill Profession

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