# Principal Engineer

Provider: [Curtiss-Wright](https://programs.cccareers.org/providers/curtiss-wright)

- Program type: Not listed
- Branches: All branches
- Format: In person
- Length: 91 - 120 days
- Locations: CA
- Website: https://www.curtisswright.com
- Contact: Kregg Chadwick, kchadwick@curtisswright.com
- Page: https://programs.cccareers.org/programs/curtiss-wright-principal-engineer-9cydda

## Summary

The Principal Engineer serves as a senior technical contributor responsible for the design, analysis, qualification, and development of mechanical equipment supporting commercial nuclear power generation. This role works closely with multidisciplinary engineering teams to develop solutions for advanced reactor technologies, including Small Modular Reactors (SMRs), Generation IV reactors, and existing nuclear power plants. The position requires extensive experience performing structural, thermal, seismic, and pressure boundary analyses while supporting the development and qualification of valves, actuators, flow control equipment, rotary equipment, and structural components. The Principal Mechanical Engineer operates with a high degree of independence and technical authority while supporting product development, regulatory compliance, customer requirements, and business objectives.

## Job description

The Principal Engineer serves as a senior technical contributor responsible for the design, analysis, qualification, and development of mechanical equipment supporting commercial nuclear power generation. This role works closely with multidisciplinary engineering teams to develop solutions for advanced reactor technologies, including Small Modular Reactors (SMRs), Generation IV reactors, and existing nuclear power plants. The position requires extensive experience performing structural, thermal, seismic, and pressure boundary analyses while supporting the development and qualification of valves, actuators, flow control equipment, rotary equipment, and structural components. The Principal Mechanical Engineer operates with a high degree of independence and technical authority while supporting product development, regulatory compliance, customer requirements, and business objectives. Competitive Compensation, Comprehensive Health & Welfare Programs including: •Medical• Dental• Vision •Tax Advantaged Accounts • EAP, Income Protection Programs including: •Life, Accident, Disability, and Other Insurance Coverages• Paid Time Off• Paid Parental Leave Retirement Savings Plans: •401k Plan with a competitive Employer Match and Profit-Sharing Contribution •Employee Stock Purchase Plan*Please note, benefits are country-specific and may vary from location to location.

## Locations

- CA, 92821

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