Zap Energy

Zap Energy

Nuclear Fuels Lead Engineer

Everett, WA

Sponsorship not specified$150k-$210kDetected 26 days ago
Process ImprovementProcurementMechanical DesignAerospace EngineeringLeadershipCommunicationCollaborationProblem SolvingWritingAdaptability

About the role

  • About Zap Energy Zap is advancing the next generation of nuclear power technology across fusion, fission and hybrid applications.
  • A firm understanding of the NRC licensing process and fuel qualification is also necessary.

Responsibilities

  • Leadership: Plan, organize and lead the Nuclear Fuels team within an NQA-1 program that includes: Design and analysis of fuel pins and assemblies, including swelling, creep, and fission gas release.
  • Identify needs and develop test matrices for material testing.
  • Develop a fuel qualification plan and execute testing.
  • Drive NRC engagement, including authorship of white papers, topical reports, and licensing documentation.
  • Line Manager: Build out Nuclear Fuels team.
  • Own your team's technical performance, delivery of scope, and their professional development.
  • Individual Contribution: Develop strategic plans and see those plans to completion, including materials testing and fuel qualification.
  • Perform fuel performance modeling and simulation to inform design decisions and support the design and/or safety basis.
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work with design, testing, and integration teams to ensure the design basis and safety basis are in-sync.
  • Identify and evaluate engineering trade-offs for design basis and safety-basis, especially when in conflict.

Requirements

  • The ideal candidate has extensive experience in analysis, testing, qualification, and fabrication of nuclear fuels.
  • Technical expertise in fuel performance, thermal-mechanics, and materials science is required.
  • Technical Experience: At least 8 years of experience in materials science and engineering, including execution of test campaigns.

Skills

  • Expert in nuclear fuel performance modeling and simulation, including tools like BISON.
  • Proficiency with high-temperature material applications and unique considerations.
  • Proficiency with nuclear safety analysis and regulatory requirements.
  • Knowledge of modern software engineering practices and programming languages, such as Python.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
  • Self-starter and can-do attitude.
  • Familiarity and competence with basic program management processes and tools.
  • Outside the box thinking, grounded in practical engineering solutions.
  • Effective communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Adaptability, resilience, and commitment to continuous learning.
  • Employment may be conditioned upon the ability to obtain export authorization.
  • Estimated salary range: $150,000-210,000 annually.

Compensation

  • $150,000-210,000 annually.
  • Candidates may be considered for other positions at Zap Energy and actual salary will be based on relevant education, experience, and other qualifications.
  • Range is published in accordance with Washington Equal Pay and Opportunity Act.

Benefits

  • Qualifications Education: Bachelor's degree in Materials Science/Engineering, Nuclear Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering or related field from an ABET-accredited program is required.

Equal opportunity

  • Zap Energy is an equal opportunity employer.
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