Primary Heat Transfer Engineer
Terrapower
Design and analyze primary sodium heat transport system for advanced nuclear reactor.
2 days ago ago
$102,804 - $176,883
Expert & Leadership (13+ years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Bellevue, WA
Onsite
Company Size
300 Employees
Service Specialisms
Nuclear Engineering
Energy Innovation
Research & Development
Sustainable Energy Solutions
Nuclear Power Plant Design
Sector Specialisms
Nuclear
Energy
Manufacturing
Construction
Engineering
Power
Industrial
Role
What you would be doing
system design
design specs
thermal analysis
drawing packages
testing
supplier oversight
- Analyze and allocate regulatory criteria and standards to complex mechanical and process system design.
- Establish and maintain system requirements and specification documents, such as Engineering Design Specifications for major plant equipment.
- Support planning efforts and maintain schedule adherence for design activities within a system, as well as their integration with an overall plant design delivery schedule.
- Develop and review technical design documents, such as System Design Descriptions, Interface Control Documents, Engineering Design Specifications, etc.
- Design of nuclear and industrial process systems and sub-systems from requirements through final design.
- Perform an array of analyses in support of design (thermal-hydraulic, structural, etc.) using a combination of hand calculation and software-based methods.
- Identify and ensure effective application of correct design codes into the design of plant systems such as ASME, ANS, ASTM, IEEE, NFPA, etc.
- Interface with and support licensing activities associated with Safety Analysis Reports.
- Propose and initiate testing programs for plant system qualification, as needed.
- Provide Support and oversight during test execution, evaluation of test results, and reporting of test results.
- Interface with the design team to create and manage drawing packages of system designs, including but not limited to Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs), 3D models, and system interface drawings.
- Provide technical direction and oversight of supplier projects, working with the contract administrator to ensure delivery of data and other deliverables, as well as coordination and performance of technical reviews of deliverables.
- Interface with design disciplines (such as mechanical, instrumentation and controls, civil, and nuclear) to identify and develop plant design information and specify system design and performance criteria.
- Support design reviews as plant system and subsystem designs are established and refined.
- Provide technical direction and guidance to engineers in applicable nuclear and non-nuclear related design standards.
- Generate design package for systems, sub-systems, and equipment designs including coordination of calculations, design reports, mechanical drawings, and engineering design specifications.
What you bring
centrifugal pumps
heat exchangers
fluid simulation
b.s. engineering
4+ years
self-starter
- Excellent technical writing, communication, and presentation skills.
- Candidate must be a self-starter and possess ability to coordinate and lead a design team’s effort with minimal direction.
- The successful candidate will possess a high degree of trust and integrity, communicate openly and display respect, and a desire to foster teamwork
- Previous experience with centrifugal pump design and operation is highly desired.
- Motor Abilities: Sitting and/or standing for extended periods, bending/stooping, grasping/gripping, fine motor control (hands)
- Ability to work on simultaneous tasks that require a multi-disciplinary approach.
- Previous experience with tube and shell heat exchange design and operation (particularly steam generators) is highly desired.
- Previous experience writing design specifications for large capital equipment is highly desired.
- Special Senses: Visual and audio focused work
- Travel required 0-5%
- Physical exertion and/or requirements: Minimal, with ability to safely lift up to 20 pounds
- Attention to detail and aspiration for technical excellence.
- B.S. in Mechanical, Chemical, Nuclear Engineering, or related discipline from an accredited university and 4+ years direct experience with proven mechanical systems skills.
- Strong communication skills desired
- Work Conditions: Stairs, typing/keyboard, standing and/or sitting working environment of >8 hrs./day
- Demonstrated experience in the design of complex fluid system design and use of fluid simulation software.
- Ability to handle projects that include many competing objectives and design constraints, with ability to resolve conflicts between objectives.
- Professional and Educational Support Opportunities
- Life and Disability
- Comprehensive Medical and Wellness Benefits
- Relocation Assistance
- Competitive Compensation
- Salary, eligible to participate in discretionary short-term incentive payments
- Parental Leave
- Flexible Work Schedule
- Gender Affirmation Benefits
- 10 paid holidays
- 21 days of annually accrued PTO
- 401k Plan
- Generous Holiday Schedule
- Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
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Company
Overview
- Founded with a vision to revolutionize the nuclear energy sector and reduce global carbon emissions.
- Develops advanced nuclear reactors, such as Natrium, designed for clean, safe, and efficient energy generation.
- Focused on utilizing next-generation technology to solve the world’s energy challenges sustainably.
- Pioneers in the use of innovative fuel designs, including Natrium’s molten salt technology.
- Natrium reactor design offers unique features, like the ability to integrate with renewable energy sources.
- Supported by top-tier investors, including Bill Gates and Warren Buffett, to accelerate energy transition.
- Aims to deploy advanced nuclear reactors globally, contributing to a low-carbon future.
- Combines decades of expertise in nuclear engineering with cutting-edge technology to ensure safety and performance.
- Recent partnerships with governments and private sectors to bring next-gen nuclear solutions to market.
- Driven by a mission to deliver sustainable, carbon-free energy by using nuclear energy as a key solution.
- Committed to providing innovative, reliable, and scalable nuclear technology to meet the world’s growing demand for clean energy.
- Value collaboration and recognize that solving the energy challenges of today and tomorrow requires the collective efforts of diverse and dedicated people.
- Embrace transparency and integrity in every aspect of our work, ensuring accountability and fostering trust.
- Take pride in a culture of safety and innovation, continuously improving to create a world-class team focused on results.
2050
Net-Zero Target
Aim to achieve net-zero carbon emissions across operations.
- Contribute to the global transition to clean, carbon-free energy.
- Working toward deploying next-gen nuclear reactors with advanced fuel cycles.
- Natrium reactor complements renewable energy sources and reduces emissions.
- Technology aims to recycle spent nuclear fuel, reducing waste.
- The company fosters a diverse and inclusive environment where all team members are empowered to thrive.
- The company is committed to recruiting a diverse workforce and building teams that reflect a wide range of perspectives.
- The company is actively investing in gender equality within its teams, but specific gender-related statistics are not publicly disclosed.
- Tips: The company provides resources to support the professional growth of all employees.
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