Test Engineer, Test Design

X-Energy

The Role

Overview

Plan, develop, and execute testing for advanced reactor technologies.

Key Responsibilities

  • test supervision
  • test planning
  • facility design
  • vendor oversight
  • process improvement
  • testing oversight

Tasks

-Provide in-person supervision of test setup, installation, commissioning and execution. -Work with system engineers to assess system risks, identify testing needs and requirements, develop test plans & specifications, and provide oversight of test activities. -Support planning, design and development of test facilities, equipment and infrastructure. -Maintain professional demeanor and behavior at all times in all forms of communication. -Engage with vendors to provide technical oversight of start-to-finish testing activities, from initial concept development through test execution. -Help enact standard processes and best practices associated with technology maturation, test planning and execution. -Provide general oversight of internal and external testing activities to verify the technical and programmatic completeness of testing performed.

Requirements

  • ph.d.
  • master’s
  • 10+ years
  • doe
  • cad
  • asme

What You Bring

-Typically, ten years of experience in a test 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. -Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, electrical, or nuclear engineering or related degree from an accredited institution. -Demonstrated experience with design of experiment and test planning. -Hands on experience with hardware development, testing and experimentation. -Proven ability to develop full test assembly design package, including conceptual design, PFD, P&ID, CAD, ICD, BOM, and fabrication drawings. -Broad background including mechanical, thermal, and materials testing. -Familiarity with the ASME BPVC. -Background in full technology development lifecycle; design, testing and integration.

The Company

About X-Energy

-Founded with the mission to revolutionize the energy sector through advanced nuclear technology. -Developers of the Xe-100, a high-temperature gas-cooled reactor designed for safety and efficiency. -Focus on small modular reactors (SMRs) to provide sustainable energy solutions globally. -Partners with leading utilities and organizations to design scalable, safe, and clean nuclear power plants. -Secured significant investments to expand operations and bring their reactors to market. -Driven by a commitment to meet global energy demands while minimizing environmental impact. -Notable for their innovative reactor designs, which offer unparalleled safety features. -Working to reshape the future of nuclear energy with cutting-edge technology and advanced engineering.

Sector Specialisms

Energy

Industrial

Utilities

Government

Interview Process

-interview required before any offer is extended.