Job Description SummaryThe Senior Architectural Engineer for SMR Systems and Interior will be part of a multi-discipline Civil/Structural technical team of dedicated engineers and scientists responsible for the application of GEH new plant technology (e.g. BWRX-300 Standard Plant) to each prospective customer site, including comprehensive engineering input to the development of new plant proposals, early works agreements and new product offerings.
In this position, you will be the primary technical authority for architectural integration, ensuring that all non-Seismic Category I buildings (e.g., turbine building, control building, auxiliary buildings, cooling structures, and administrative facilities) meet regulatory standards and functional requirements. This will include design, analysis, and oversight of subcontracted scopes of work, particularly with human interfaces, egress, systems integration, interior environmental control, and HVAC/electrical routing. Leveraging your subject matter expertise in architectural engineering, you will support the development of detailed statements of work for current and subsequent project phases, proposal technical write-ups, engineering estimates, schedule development and risk assessments in support of site selection, site permitting, and construction/operation licensing milestones.
Job DescriptionEssential Responsibilities:As a Senior Architectural Engineer, you will:
- Direct the design and engineering of non-Seismic Category I structures, with a focus on interior functional requirements and systems integration.
- Ensure all designs meet associated industry and local codes, standards, and regulations.
- Collaborate with Civil, Structural, and Mechanical teams to integrate HVAC, radiation shielding, and fire protection requirements into the architectural shell.
- Lead reviews of calculations, 3D models, and construction specifications provided by subcontractors.
- Select efficient materials suitable for their respective environments, focusing on durability, longevity, decontamination capability, and cost.
- Contribute to an engineering team that assures proposals and early works packages for selected sites are compatible with our standard product offering.
- Establish and maintain strong working relationship with internal engineering teams.
- Interface with external partners, customers, and other applicable country specific regulatory agencies as required on technical issues.
- Work with proposal and early works teams to build estimates, schedules, and identify risks associated with different opportunities.
- Provide guidance to external partner engineering resources to ensure the quality of deliverables.
- Support commercial and marketing opportunities to develop new business opportunities.
- Protect the Intellectual Property rights of GEVH.
- Support GEVH initiatives, corrective action, process improvement and simplification.
- Ensure adherence to GEVH's standards for nuclear safety and compliance.
Required Qualifications:- Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering, Architectural Engineering or related discipline.
- At least 10 years of progressive experience in large-scale industrial projects.
- At least 5 years of experience in the nuclear industry or heavy industrial.
Eligibility Requirements:- The preferred work location for this role is at the GEH Headquarters Wilmington, NC but highly qualified remote candidates will be considered.
- This role may require 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.
Desired Qualifications:- Master's or PhD in civil engineering discipline or similar
- Professional Engineer (PE) or Registered Architect (RA) license registration in one or more states.
- Experience with Revit, Autodesk, ANSYS, or similar
- Understanding of physical security requirements for nuclear power plant facilities.
- Experience with architectural engineering requirements as applied to modularization concepts.
- Familiarity with 10 CFR Part 50, Appendix B and NQA-1 standards, and ability to understand when commercial quality requirements apply
- Proven ability to be a liaison between organizations that are operating in separate geographic locations
- High performing individual with demonstrated ability to deliver results while exhibiting behaviors that promote strong team performance
- Proven interpersonal and leadership skills with the ability to think strategically, be creative and move quickly
- Demonstrated ability to lead a team of highly experienced engineers and balance multiple demands and priorities
- High performing energetic leader with demonstrated ability to deliver results while exhibiting behaviors that promote strong team performance
- Experience with project management skillset (communication, risk, planning/scheduling, change mgmt)
- EPC experience and knowledge; specifically, power plant
- Understanding of nuclear industry and technology
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Demonstrated ability to document, plan, market and manage programs that further the knowledge, understanding and capability of the business
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 InformationGE 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
#LI-Remote - This is a remote position
Application Deadline: March 20, 2026
For candidates applying to a U.S. based position, the pay range for this position is between $111,200.00 and $213,200.00. 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 February 17, 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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