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Engineer III-IV, Nuclear, Reactor Physics

X-energy, Rockville, Maryland, us, 20849

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Engineer III-IV, Nuclear, Reactor Physics

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Job Description

Perform design, analysis, and evaluation in assigned projects using sound engineering principles and adhering to business standards, practices, procedures, and product / program requirements.

Collaborate in planning, scheduling, and organizing detailed phases of engineering work.

Collaborate in the technical oversight and direction of internal or external design teams.

Facilitate and assist in the assessment of customer needs and capture requirements and functions related to nuclear engineering.

Execute nuclear engineering assignments with clear and specified objectives; utilize conventional specifications and/or Interface Control Documents and plans.

Recommend system design alterations and enhancements to improve quality of products and/or procedures from an assembly, transportation, construction, commissioning, operations, maintenance, and/or decommissioning perspective.

Lead reviews and presentations for internal company design reviews and customer design reviews regarding nuclear design.

Organize engineering efforts in assigned areas between specialty and other engineering groups or disciplines, with the client, suppliers, contractors, or other groups as required.

Maintain a professional demeanor and behavior at all times, in all forms of communication.

Perform other duties as assigned by manager.

Job Profile Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in nuclear engineering or related degree from an accredited institution.

Level III: Typically, five years of experience in an engineering role.

Level IV: Typically, ten years of experience in an engineering role.

A master’s degree in engineering or related field (may include a combination of experience obtained through an academic institution, e.g., design projects, research, or design teams, as well as professional experience) may be in lieu of two years of experience.

A Ph.D. in engineering or related field (may include a combination of experience obtained through an academic institution, e.g., design projects, research, or design teams, as well as professional experience) may be in lieu of three years of experience.

Previous experience at X-energy exceeding performance standards may be in lieu of years of experience.

Possess technical experience and proven expertise in one or more of the following areas:

Reactor core design and analysis.

Radiation shielding design and analysis.

Nuclear fuel analysis and qualification.

Criticality safety.

Reactor multiphysics analysis, especially pertaining to transient analysis.

Nuclear analysis software development, verification and validation.

Other areas of nuclear engineering or nuclear physics relevant to the design and analysis of small modular reactors, microreactors, and nuclear facilities.

Preferred Skills

Experience with Core Design and Analysis codes or methods (MCNP, SCALE, VSOP)

Location: 530 Gaither Road, Rockville, MD

Work Site Expectations: 4 days per week in office

Travel Expectations: up to 10% as needed

Hours: Standard office schedule is 8:00am-5:00pm ET, Mon-Fri

Compensation

Level III (5+ years): $112,500.00 to $143,750.00; Level IV (10+ years): $136,800.00 to $174,800.00

Position Job Classification: Full time - Exempt

Benefits

X Energy, LLC offers a robust benefits package that includes a 401K plan with an employer match, Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance, Life and Disability Insurance, Paid Time Off, and a Tuition Reimbursement/Professional Development policy that supports the continuing education of our employees.

An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

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Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type Full‑time

Job Function Management and Manufacturing

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