Framatome hiring ROS2 autonomy engineer for nuclear NDE

Framatome, Inc., a major player in nuclear energy services, is seeking a mid-to-senior Robotics Perception and Autonomy Software Engineer to join its Installed Base NDE services team in Lynchburg, Virginia. The role is central to developing automated processes for non-destructive examination (NDE)—the suite of techniques used to inspect reactor components without causing damage. These inspections support commercial nuclear power plants in the USA, Canada, and Europe, and the company is looking for self-driven individuals ready to push the boundaries of automated inspection technology.

The position is fully on-site in Lynchburg and requires hands-on experience with ROS2, the robotics middleware standard for building modular autonomous systems. Ideal candidates will have a background in perception (e.g., computer vision, LiDAR, sensor fusion) and autonomy (path planning, control, state estimation). The team is involved in cutting-edge work that combines robotics with safety-critical infrastructure inspection. Although the job posting doesn't list a salary range, it's a full-time role with opportunities for professional growth, and Framatome points to additional openings in robotic leadership and hardware design. One important constraint: due to US DOE export controls, the company can only employ US nationals, permanent residents, and foreign nationals from countries listed in DOE eCFR Appendix A to Part 810. The hiring timeline also doesn't support visa sponsorships, so candidates without prior work authorization are not eligible.