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Hybrid in San Sebastián de los Reyes·Full-time·Added 22 days ago (last checked 26 Oct)
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Our summary
- Work mode
- Hybrid, San Sebastián de los Reyes
- Contract
- Full-time
- English
- Required
- Other languages
- Portuguese
- Education
- University degree
- Driving licence
- Required
- Benefits
- Private health insurance







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Skills
Nice to have
Requirements
Education & certifications
- Degree in Engineering (Nuclear, Energy, Industrial, Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical)
- Knowledge in nuclear energy, power generation or complex industrial systems, control systems, instrumentation, modeling, simulation tools, programming, automation, and data analysis
- Spanish and English proficiency, Portuguese proficiency is valuable
- Driver's license
- Ability to travel
The role
Welcome to the future of nuclear energy, where Westinghouse Electric Company is leading the field with expertise and innovation to shape the power of tomorrow.
At Westinghouse, innovation is in our DNA. We are creative. We think differently. We reimagine the possible across the nuclear industry every day.
As a Simulator Operation Engineer, you will ensure that the high-fidelity simulators used to train licensed nuclear power plant operators perform exactly as intended. You will work at the intersection of plant operations, engineering analysis and advanced simulation technology-turning data into insights, investigating complex behavior and contributing to projects with an impact on nuclear safety and operator readiness.
You will report to the Simulator Operational Support Manager. You will be located at the Madrid headquarters in San Sebastián de los Reyes. This is a full-time hybrid remote/in-office role.
What you'll do
- Perform verification, validation and acceptance testing on full-scope nuclear power plant simulators.
- Compare simulator performance with plant reference data, operating procedures and engineering requirements.
- Investigate discrepancies, identify causes and collaborate with specialists to implement solutions.
- Contribute to modernization, upgrade, Factory Acceptance Test and Site Acceptance Test campaigns.
- Prepare clear technical reports, test records and engineering documentation.
- Work with international teams across simulation, modeling, systems, controls and instrumentation.
- Support technical meetings, customer demonstrations, audits and regulatory inspections.
Why Westinghouse?
We know that to put forth your best effort, you need to be challenged and enjoy what you do in a supportive and respectful environment. We aim to maintain this balance by offering our employees the amenities, benefits and training they need to reach personal and professional goals.
Below is an example of what employees in Spain can expect
- Attractive remuneration
- Hybrid model of work.
- High flexibility and autonomy.
- Great benefits for your convenience and safety:
- Peer-to-peer recognition program.
- Lunch allowance.
- Private health insurance
- Employee Assistance Program: confidential counseling and resources for employees, eligible dependents, and household members
- Learning and development opportunities.
- We encourage our employees to participate in community service events and other team-building activities to strengthen their bonds and inspire each other.
You can learn more about Westinghouse by visiting http://www.westinghousenuclear.com.
Westinghouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.
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About Westinghouse Electric Company
Westinghouse Electric Company is a nuclear energy company describing itself as the world's leading nuclear company, delivering technology and services for carbon-free energy. Westinghouse technology powers 57% of the world's nuclear power plants, maintains nearly two-thirds of the world's nuclear fleet and fuels 40% of that fleet, and remains the basis for approximately half of the world's operating nuclear reactors. The company reports approximately 12,500 employees across 100+ locations in 23 countries.
Its portfolio spans new plants (AP1000 PWR, AP300 SMR, eVinci microreactor), nuclear fuel for boiling water and pressurized water reactors including fuel fabrication, and services for operating plants such as outage services, engineered solutions, instrumentation and controls, training solutions and digital optimization.
- Industry
- Nuclear Energy
- Employees
- 12,500
