TerraPower
Overview
Title:
MCFR Senior Mechanical Design Engineer
Location:
Bellevue, Washington, United States
Job Type:
Full-time
Description TerraPower is a nuclear technology company based in Bellevue, Washington. The company aims to raise living standards globally through a more affordable, secure and environmentally friendly form of nuclear energy, along with innovations in medical isotopes to improve human health. TerraPower is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. As a federal contractor, TerraPower has an Affirmative Action Plan (AAP) to proactively recruit, hire, and promote women, minorities, disabled persons and veterans.
TerraPower\'s Molten Chloride Fast Reactor (MCFR) program is commercializing a fast spectrum, chloride salt cooled molten salt reactor technology. The Molten Chloride Reactor Experiment (MCRE) is planned to be the first liquid-fueled, fast spectrum reactor built and operated, and will be constructed at Idaho National Laboratory.
Role MCFR Senior Mechanical Design Engineer
TerraPower seeks a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to join the MCRE team as a system lead. Responsibilities begin with supporting the integration of the Reactor Enclosure System within the Mockup. The Reactor Enclosure System is an ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code (BPVC) Section III Division 5 vessel and piping system. The Mockup is a full-scale, non-nuclear version of MCRE to be built and operated at TerraPower\'s Everett, WA laboratory. The Senior Mechanical Design Engineer will lead the MCRE Reactor Enclosure System design through installation at Idaho National Laboratory and will support future designs within MCFR.
Responsibilities
Reactor Enclosure System Lead Engineer
Deliver and integrate the Mockup and MCRE Reactor Enclosure System, act as technical representative for supplier contracts, manage schedule and budget, and provide technical support for installation
Write ASME design specifications and mechanical load description documents
Originate and oversee mechanical design calculations and reports under a quality program
Conduct review meetings with key stakeholders and manage interfaces with other systems
Perform mechanical design activities across the Plant including hand calculations, finite element analysis, and technical reviews
Support continuous learning and application of nuclear industry best practices to maintain high engineering design quality and identify process improvements
Key Qualifications and Skills
B.S. in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent
Level 11: minimum 10 years related experience with Bachelor's; or 6 years with a Master\'s
Level 12: minimum 15 years related experience with Bachelor's; or 8 years with a Master\'s
Experience with ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel and B31 codes
Experience under a Quality Program (e.g., NQA-1 or ISO 9001)
Demonstrated ability to deliver qualified hardware and supporting documentation
Proficiency with finite element analysis software, ANSYS preferred
Detail-oriented review of drawings, documents, and calculations for consistency and technical rigor
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Creative thinking with strong analytical/problem solving skills
Ability to manage multiple tasks concurrently with minimal direction
High level of trust, integrity, open communication, and teamwork
Actual position starting level and title determined by qualifications
Bonus qualifications: CAD in SolidWorks; experience with commercial piping and pressure vessel software; ASME BPVC III.5 high-temperature design and analysis; understanding of molten salt reactor and other advanced reactors; understanding of fabrication operations
Job Functions Job Functions describe physical actions and working conditions. An applicant\'s ability to perform these actions will be discussed with accommodations considered as appropriate. Information is to help describe duties and expectations.
Motor abilities: Sitting and standing for extended periods, bending/stooping, grasping, fine motor control
Physical exertion: Minimal, with ability to lift up to 50 pounds
Repetitive work: Prolonged
Special senses: Visual and audio focused work with PPE
Work conditions: Stairs, typing, standard/sitting work >8 hrs per day
Salary and Benefits
Salary ranges are listed for Level 11 and Level 12: Level 11: $125,257 - $208,762; Level 12: $169,922 - $235,464. Salary offers are within a posted band and based on market data and qualifications. This range is specific to Washington State.
Competitive compensation
Discretionary short-term incentive eligibility
Comprehensive medical and wellness benefits for family or individual
Vision, Dental, Life, and Disability benefits
Gender affirmation benefits
Parental leave
401k Plan
Generous PTO and holidays
Relocation assistance
Professional and educational support opportunities
Flexible work schedule
TerraPower career and benefits information: TerraPower does not provide a direct link in this description.
Note TerraPower\'s technology is export controlled. Applicants may be required to identify citizenship status for export control reviews. Government export authorization times vary.
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MCFR Senior Mechanical Design Engineer
Location:
Bellevue, Washington, United States
Job Type:
Full-time
Description TerraPower is a nuclear technology company based in Bellevue, Washington. The company aims to raise living standards globally through a more affordable, secure and environmentally friendly form of nuclear energy, along with innovations in medical isotopes to improve human health. TerraPower is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. As a federal contractor, TerraPower has an Affirmative Action Plan (AAP) to proactively recruit, hire, and promote women, minorities, disabled persons and veterans.
TerraPower\'s Molten Chloride Fast Reactor (MCFR) program is commercializing a fast spectrum, chloride salt cooled molten salt reactor technology. The Molten Chloride Reactor Experiment (MCRE) is planned to be the first liquid-fueled, fast spectrum reactor built and operated, and will be constructed at Idaho National Laboratory.
Role MCFR Senior Mechanical Design Engineer
TerraPower seeks a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to join the MCRE team as a system lead. Responsibilities begin with supporting the integration of the Reactor Enclosure System within the Mockup. The Reactor Enclosure System is an ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code (BPVC) Section III Division 5 vessel and piping system. The Mockup is a full-scale, non-nuclear version of MCRE to be built and operated at TerraPower\'s Everett, WA laboratory. The Senior Mechanical Design Engineer will lead the MCRE Reactor Enclosure System design through installation at Idaho National Laboratory and will support future designs within MCFR.
Responsibilities
Reactor Enclosure System Lead Engineer
Deliver and integrate the Mockup and MCRE Reactor Enclosure System, act as technical representative for supplier contracts, manage schedule and budget, and provide technical support for installation
Write ASME design specifications and mechanical load description documents
Originate and oversee mechanical design calculations and reports under a quality program
Conduct review meetings with key stakeholders and manage interfaces with other systems
Perform mechanical design activities across the Plant including hand calculations, finite element analysis, and technical reviews
Support continuous learning and application of nuclear industry best practices to maintain high engineering design quality and identify process improvements
Key Qualifications and Skills
B.S. in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent
Level 11: minimum 10 years related experience with Bachelor's; or 6 years with a Master\'s
Level 12: minimum 15 years related experience with Bachelor's; or 8 years with a Master\'s
Experience with ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel and B31 codes
Experience under a Quality Program (e.g., NQA-1 or ISO 9001)
Demonstrated ability to deliver qualified hardware and supporting documentation
Proficiency with finite element analysis software, ANSYS preferred
Detail-oriented review of drawings, documents, and calculations for consistency and technical rigor
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Creative thinking with strong analytical/problem solving skills
Ability to manage multiple tasks concurrently with minimal direction
High level of trust, integrity, open communication, and teamwork
Actual position starting level and title determined by qualifications
Bonus qualifications: CAD in SolidWorks; experience with commercial piping and pressure vessel software; ASME BPVC III.5 high-temperature design and analysis; understanding of molten salt reactor and other advanced reactors; understanding of fabrication operations
Job Functions Job Functions describe physical actions and working conditions. An applicant\'s ability to perform these actions will be discussed with accommodations considered as appropriate. Information is to help describe duties and expectations.
Motor abilities: Sitting and standing for extended periods, bending/stooping, grasping, fine motor control
Physical exertion: Minimal, with ability to lift up to 50 pounds
Repetitive work: Prolonged
Special senses: Visual and audio focused work with PPE
Work conditions: Stairs, typing, standard/sitting work >8 hrs per day
Salary and Benefits
Salary ranges are listed for Level 11 and Level 12: Level 11: $125,257 - $208,762; Level 12: $169,922 - $235,464. Salary offers are within a posted band and based on market data and qualifications. This range is specific to Washington State.
Competitive compensation
Discretionary short-term incentive eligibility
Comprehensive medical and wellness benefits for family or individual
Vision, Dental, Life, and Disability benefits
Gender affirmation benefits
Parental leave
401k Plan
Generous PTO and holidays
Relocation assistance
Professional and educational support opportunities
Flexible work schedule
TerraPower career and benefits information: TerraPower does not provide a direct link in this description.
Note TerraPower\'s technology is export controlled. Applicants may be required to identify citizenship status for export control reviews. Government export authorization times vary.
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