Chris Wiltz

Chris Wiltz is a senior manager at Framatome, a nuclear energy company, where he holds the position of Design to Manufacture (DtM) / Design to Cost (DtC) Worldwide Manager and Competitor Analysis Worldwide Manager.45 His role involves overseeing global activities related to design optimization for manufacturing and cost-effectiveness in nuclear fuel components.

Wiltz is based in the Greater Kennewick Area, which is part of the Tri-Cities region in Washington state.4 His work at Framatome focuses on advancing additive manufacturing technologies for nuclear fuel components, aiming to enhance performance, reduce manufacturing costs, and accelerate market readiness.1

In his capacity at Framatome, Wiltz has been involved in significant projects related to additive manufacturing in the nuclear industry. For example, he has contributed to the development of a channel fastener manufactured using 316L stainless steel and the Laser Powder Bed Fusion (LPBF) technique. This component was designed for installation at the Browns Ferry Nuclear Power Plant, Unit 2, demonstrating Framatome's progress in implementing additive manufacturing for nuclear applications.3

Wiltz's expertise extends to presenting Framatome's perspective on additive manufacturing applications in the nuclear industry at workshops and conferences. He has discussed the company's approach to integrating advanced manufacturing technologies and the challenges and opportunities they present for the nuclear sector.3

Prior to his current role, Wiltz has had a diverse career spanning various industries. He has experience in technology communications, narrative design for video games, copywriting for entertainment media, and editorial roles in engineering and medical device publications.2