MCFR Nuclear Safety Lead

Overview

Lead safety analysis for molten chloride reactor experiment and develop MCFR safety case.

Key Responsibilities

• safety analysis
• transient analysis
• regulatory engagement
• risk safety
• technical requirements
• software qa

Tasks

-Work with an interdisciplinary team of engineers to establish SSC functional, performance, safety, and quality requirements as well as support the overall design. -Develop regulatory engagement topics for discussion with the DOE. -Work with analysts to follow and implement software quality assurance into nuclear safety computer codes. -Develop and document novel safety analysis methodologies. -Overseeing and performing transient analysis of Safety Basis Events (SBEs) as needed. -Documentation of Systems, Structures, or Components (SSCs) safety classification. -Support NRC interactions where MCRE contributes to MCFR regulatory engagement. -Continued refinement of risk-informed performance-based (RIPB) safety case. -Develop Technical Safety Requirements (TSRs). -Collaborate with safety verification and validation engineers to develop assessment bases (benchmark, identify applicable tests, etc.) and assess the evaluation model. -Develop schedules and milestones to meet safety deliverables in support of DOE authorization.

Requirements

• safety codes
• nrc
• ph.d.
• cafta
• molten salt
• teamwork

What You Bring

-Physical exertion and/or requirements: Minimal, with ability to safely lift up to 25 pounds. -Experience with safety analysis codes such as SAS4A/SASSYS-1, GOTHIC, RELAP5, TRACE, MELCOR, MACCS, RADTRAD, SAM, or equivalent. -Knowledge of NRC and/or DOE safety basis requirements in support of nuclear facilities. -Work Conditions: Stairs, typing/keyboard, standard and/or sitting working environment of >8 hours/day. -The successful candidate will possess a high degree of trust and integrity, communicate openly and display respect and a desire to foster teamwork. -Proven track record of leading multi-institution collaborations (national labs, universities, vendors, utilities, etc) on advanced-reactor research or methods development. -Understanding DOE authorization & NRC licensing requirements and development of work along with documentation to support meeting them. -Knowledge of thermal-hydraulics, salt chemistry, risk/hazard analysis, and reactor dynamics is desired. -Ability to interface with multiple project partners and identify the appropriate division of responsibility to optimize project performance. -Experience with Molten Salt Reactor or Sodium Fast Reactor safety analysis is highly desirable. Experience with other reactor designs can be considered when differentiating candidates. -Experience with advanced reactor safety analysis, especially fast spectrum systems and molten salt systems. -Familiarity with nuclear design, regulatory requirements, model V&V, uncertainty quantification, and experimental scaling are all useful. -Novel methodology development to support safety analyses. -Experience with mechanistic source term development for non-LWRs. -B.S. in engineering, with a minimum of 6 years of experience in the nuclear field; or M.S. with a minimum of 3 years’ experience; or Ph.D. with a minimum of 2 years’ experience. Actual position starting level and title will be determined based on assessment of qualifications. -Experience implementing Risk-Informed Performance-Based Technology Inclusive Guidance for Non-Light Water Reactor Licensing Basis Development (NEI 18-04, NEI 21-07). -Repetitive work: Prolonged. -Special Senses: Visual and audio focused work. -Understanding of NQA-1 requirements associated with analysis and software management as well as experience working under quality assurance programs. -Familiarity with the implementation of NRC RG 1.203. -Experience working in multi-disciplinary engineering teams to address engineering challenges and communicate effectively across safety, testing, and design. -Experience prioritizing R&D portfolios to close safety-case knowledge gaps. -Experience performing nuclear reactor safety analysis (e.g., transient, probabilistic risk assessment, source term dose/consequence, containment). -Motor Abilities: Sitting for extended periods, bending/stooping, grasping/gripping, fine motor control (hands). -Experience with PRA software such as CAFTA, SAPHIRE, or equivalent. -Travel required 5-10%. -Strategic thinking and cross discipline coordination in support of technology maturation

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Benefits

-We typically place offers in the lower to middle portion of the range to maintain internal equity and allow room for growth. Any salary offered within the posted salary band is based on market data and commensurate with the selected individual’s qualifications experience. This range is specific to Washington State. -Competitive Compensation -Life and Disability -Professional and Educational Support Opportunities -Relocation Assistance -21 days of annually accrued PTO -Gender Affirmation Benefits -Generous Holiday Schedule -Salary, eligible to participate in discretionary short-term incentive payments -Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) -Comprehensive Medical and Wellness Benefits Medical -Flexible Work Schedule -10 paid holidays -401k Plan -Parental Leave

About Terrapower

-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.

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