X-energy

Mechanical Design Engineer – Reactor Internals (In-Vessel Shielding)

Rockville, MD · Internship

Sponsorship not specified$115k-$140kDetected 5 days ago

Product ManagementSolidWorksSystems EngineeringMechanical DesignResearch

About the role

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Responsibilities

Develop mechanical/physical concepts, design and support development of processes to create or identify structures, systems, and components (SSCs) for use in nuclear products or facilities with a focus on nuclear safety.
Identify, collect, and document applicable requirements, interfaces, design basis and criteria by coordinating with key stakeholders/systems engineers and support identifying applicable industry codes and standards and the direction of project leads and systems engineers.
Integrate design activities across engineering team members, partners, and suppliers and perform supporting scoping and sizing calculations to downselect design features to meet design requirements using guidance from consensus codes and standards.
Create and maintain CAD-generated engineering models of reactor SSCs.
Develop innovative mechanical solutions to refine and deploy concepts, technologies, and designs associated with X-energy developed reactors, including pressure vessels and piping, reactor internals, nuclear fuel, and high temperature materials such as graphite.
Support the assessment of SSCs for manufacturability as well as assembly and integration considerations at the direction of project leads.
Write and develop design documentation including design basis documents, technical reports, calculations, and drawings in accordance with applicable procedures.
Develop Verification and Validation (V&V) plans for analytical tools and support qualification of toolset.
Perform work in accordance with X-energy quality procedures for design and configuration management to ensure project quality requirements are met.
Maintain professional demeanor and behavior at all times in all forms of communication.

Requirements

Typically, five years of experience in an engineering role required.
Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, or related engineering discipline (e.g., nuclear aerospace, chemical, etc.) from an accredited institution required.
Previous experience at X-energy exceeding performance standards may be in lieu of years of experience.
Proficiency with engineering hand calculations is required.
Planning and performing the analysis required to assess aspects of the SSCs to ensure they can perform their intended functions and meet technical specifications and design requirements.

Nice to have

Prior professional experience in the commercial nuclear, naval nuclear, or advanced reactor industry is highly preferred.
Experience designing reactor internals, in-core structures, shielding components, graphite assemblies, or other reactor vessel internal components.
Familiarity with high-temperature reactor technologies, including gas-cooled reactors or graphite-moderated reactor systems.
Experience designing components subjected to combined thermal, structural, irradiation, and seismic loading.
Knowledge of nuclear materials used in reactor internals, including stainless steels, graphite, neutron shielding materials, and high-temperature alloys.
$115,000 - $140,000
Position Job Classification
Full time - Exempt

Compensation

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Individual candidates who meet the job requirements for the posted position will be offered a salary within this range based on their respective levels of education/training, experience, and other qualifications unique to them.
Salary ranges may vary based on the specific office location and region referenced in the posting to take into consideration differences in cost of living and may not be reflective of all regions.
Please note that compensation ranges listed for US job postings reflect base salary only and do not include benefits or other incentives.
Offers within the posted salary range are commensurate with the individual's qualifications for the position, along with a view on internal equity, market data, and room for growth. The salary range for this position is:
$115,000 - $140,000

Company info

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Equal opportunity

An Equal Opportunity Employer.

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