X-energy

Thermal Analysis Engineer

Rockville, MD · Full-time

Sponsorship not specified$75k-$100kDetected 43 days ago

Thermal AnalysisMechanical Design

About the role

X-energy LLC conducts a thorough recruiting process and will never issue offers without interview to discuss qualifications and responsibilities.
All applications will be submitted via our company career page, www.x-energy.com/careers/.
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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.
Support the development of reactor and plant control philosophy and implement in plant models, simulations, and digital twins.
Support the sizing and analysis of components including heat exchangers, pumps, circulators, and turbomachinery.
Perform system-level thermodynamic analyses and process design using system-level simulation codes to support design iterations of X-energy developed reactors and supporting subsystems.
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

Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, or related engineering discipline (e.g., nuclear aerospace, chemical, etc.) from an accredited institution required.
Level I: Typically, zero years of experience in an engineering role required.
Level II: Typically, two years of experience in an engineering role required.
Level III: Typically, five years of experience in an engineering role required.
Proficiency with engineering hand calculations is required.
Use of 1D flow-solvers performing heat/energy and mass balance (e.g., RELAP, Flownex, NPSS, SINDA/FLUINT, Flomaster, or similar).
Work Site Expectations: 4 days in office
Travel Expectations: Up to 10% as needed
Hours: 8:00am - 5:00pm, Mon-Fri
Compensation
As required by Maryland and other applicable state law, X Energy, LLC (X-energy) lists the expected compensation range for a publicly advertised job opportunity based upon the job requirements (e.g. education/training, experience, skill sets, etc.). 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:
Level I: $75,000 - $100,000 Level II: $95,000 - $120,000 Level III: $115,00- $140,000

Compensation

As required by Maryland and other applicable state law, X Energy, LLC (X-energy) lists the expected compensation range for a publicly advertised job opportunity based upon the job requirements (e.g. education/training, experience, skill sets, etc.).
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.
Level I: $75,000 - $100,000

Company info

We will never ask you to provide payment information as part of the recruiting process.

Equal opportunity

An Equal Opportunity Employer.

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