Commissioning Engineer - ME, Chemical, Nuclear (early career)
Westinghouse Electric Company
Rock Hill, SC · $58k–$80k a year · Posted October 7, 2026
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About the job
Are you interested in being part of an innovative team that supports Westinghouse’s mission to provide clean energy solutions? At Westinghouse, we recognize that our employees are our most valuable asset and we seek to identify, attract and recruit the most qualified talent while recognizing and encouraging the value of diversity in the global workplace.
About the role:
As a Commissioning Engineer, you will develop and implement commissioning plans, procedures, and test protocols for nuclear systems and components.
You will report to the Manager - Commissioning and work a mobile/hybrid role based in Rock Hill, SC. Local candidates only.
Key Responsibilities:
Develop and implement processes for future AP1000 plant deployment.
Develop pre-operational and component testing, including system turnover packages.
Evaluate Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) activities
Coordinate with multiple teams to ensure readiness for commissioning
Review and verify system design documents, drawings, and specifications
Identify problems and propose solutions to projects and tasks that are assigned
Perform work within established scope, budgetary and schedule requirements
Support senior engineering personnel
Qualifications:
Bachelor of Science in mechanical, chemical or nuclear engineering
Above average academic achievement
Familiarity with testing and testing analysis
Familiarity with the nuclear power plant designs for operating PWR and BWRs or advanced reactors or AP1000
Engineer in Training Certification helpful
Ability to travel to Westinghouse or Customer site within the first year
We are committed to transparency and equity in all of our people practices. The base salary range for this position, which is dependent upon experience, qualifications and skills, is estimated to be $58,400 to $80,000 per year.
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Why Westinghouse?
Our benefits package is tailored to meet the diverse needs of our employees, while also promoting wellness and career growth. The following are representative of what we offer:
Comprehensive Medical benefits which could include medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contributions options
Wellness Programs designed to support employees in maintaining their health and well-being including Employee Assistance Program providing support for our employees and their household members
401(k) with Company Match Contributions to support employees' retirement
Paid Vacations and Company Holidays
Opportunities for Flexible Work Arrangements to promote work-life balance
Educational Reimbursement and Comprehensive Career Programs to help employees grow in their careers
Global Recognition and Service Programs to celebrate employee accomplishments and service
Employee Referral Program
Westinghouse Electric Company is the global nuclear energy industry's first choice for safe, clean, and efficient energy solutions. We enable our delivery of this vision by living our value system:
Safety and Quality
Integrity and Trust
Customer Focus and Innovation
Speed and Passion to Win
Teamwork and Accountability
While our Global Headquarters are located in Cranberry Township, PA, we have over 11,000 employees working at locations in 19 different countries. You can learn more by visiting http://www.westinghousenuclear.com .
Westinghouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities
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