Hadron Energy, Inc.
Thermal Hydraulics Engineer
Hadron Energy, Inc., San Francisco, California, United States, 94199
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This range is provided by Hadron Energy, Inc.. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.
Base pay range $100,000.00/yr - $250,000.00/yr
Additional compensation types Annual Bonus and Stock options
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Founder & CEO of Hadron Energy | Engineer Providing Clean Energy | Global Engineering Leader | International Standards & Certifications Scholar Company Description
Hadron Energy specializes in Micro Modular Reactor (MMR) development, design, and research based in the San Francisco Bay Area. As the leading MMR developer, Hadron Energy is building factory-produced, transportable microreactors that provide 24/7 carbon-free power for data centers, government facilities, industrial sites, and remote communities. Our mission is to create a brighter, healthier, and more equitable energy future.
Thermal-Hydraulics Engineer – Role Description
This is a full-time on-site role for a
Thermal-Hydraulics Engineer , based in the San Francisco Bay Area. The position is ideal for candidates with extensive expertise in fluid dynamics, heat transfer, and energy conversion systems who are passionate about designing and analyzing the next generation of safe, high-performance nuclear reactors.
You will work closely with our cross-functional team—including reactor physics, mechanical, and safety analysis engineers—to lead the
thermal design
and
fluid system analysis
for Hadron’s micro modular reactor. This role is central to modeling and verifying the reactor's heat transport systems, core cooling mechanisms, and balance-of-plant operations under both steady-state and transient conditions.
Qualifications & Skillsets
Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD in
Nuclear Engineering ,
Mechanical Engineering , or a related field
5+ years of experience in
thermal-hydraulics analysis
and
fluid system design , preferably for nuclear or advanced energy systems
Proficiency in thermal-hydraulic system codes (e.g.,
RELAP ,
TRACE ,
SAM ) or Computational Fluid Dynamics ( CFD ) software (e.g.,
ANSYS Fluent ,
STAR-CCM+ )
Strong understanding of
heat transfer
(conduction, convection, radiation),
fluid mechanics , and
two-phase flow
Experience in
component design and sizing
for heat exchangers, pumps, and valves
Knowledge of
reactor safety analysis
and
transient analysis
(e.g., Loss of Flow, Loss of Coolant)
Familiarity with
balance-of-plant (BOP)
engineering and power conversion cycles
Experience with
verification and validation (V&V)
of thermal-hydraulic models
Strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills
Passion for clean energy and a startup-minded approach to problem-solving
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Engineering and Design
Industries
Utilities, Energy Technology, and Manufacturing
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This range is provided by Hadron Energy, Inc.. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.
Base pay range $100,000.00/yr - $250,000.00/yr
Additional compensation types Annual Bonus and Stock options
Direct message the job poster from Hadron Energy, Inc.
Founder & CEO of Hadron Energy | Engineer Providing Clean Energy | Global Engineering Leader | International Standards & Certifications Scholar Company Description
Hadron Energy specializes in Micro Modular Reactor (MMR) development, design, and research based in the San Francisco Bay Area. As the leading MMR developer, Hadron Energy is building factory-produced, transportable microreactors that provide 24/7 carbon-free power for data centers, government facilities, industrial sites, and remote communities. Our mission is to create a brighter, healthier, and more equitable energy future.
Thermal-Hydraulics Engineer – Role Description
This is a full-time on-site role for a
Thermal-Hydraulics Engineer , based in the San Francisco Bay Area. The position is ideal for candidates with extensive expertise in fluid dynamics, heat transfer, and energy conversion systems who are passionate about designing and analyzing the next generation of safe, high-performance nuclear reactors.
You will work closely with our cross-functional team—including reactor physics, mechanical, and safety analysis engineers—to lead the
thermal design
and
fluid system analysis
for Hadron’s micro modular reactor. This role is central to modeling and verifying the reactor's heat transport systems, core cooling mechanisms, and balance-of-plant operations under both steady-state and transient conditions.
Qualifications & Skillsets
Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD in
Nuclear Engineering ,
Mechanical Engineering , or a related field
5+ years of experience in
thermal-hydraulics analysis
and
fluid system design , preferably for nuclear or advanced energy systems
Proficiency in thermal-hydraulic system codes (e.g.,
RELAP ,
TRACE ,
SAM ) or Computational Fluid Dynamics ( CFD ) software (e.g.,
ANSYS Fluent ,
STAR-CCM+ )
Strong understanding of
heat transfer
(conduction, convection, radiation),
fluid mechanics , and
two-phase flow
Experience in
component design and sizing
for heat exchangers, pumps, and valves
Knowledge of
reactor safety analysis
and
transient analysis
(e.g., Loss of Flow, Loss of Coolant)
Familiarity with
balance-of-plant (BOP)
engineering and power conversion cycles
Experience with
verification and validation (V&V)
of thermal-hydraulic models
Strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills
Passion for clean energy and a startup-minded approach to problem-solving
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Engineering and Design
Industries
Utilities, Energy Technology, and Manufacturing
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