Mechanical Systems Design Engineer

About the role

X-energy LLC conducts a thorough recruiting process and will never issue offers without interview to discuss qualifications and responsibilities. All applications will be submitted via our company career page, www.x-energy.com/careers/. We will never ask you to provide payment information as part of the recruiting process. If anyone claiming to represent X-energy directs you in a manner otherwise, please contact us at www.x-energy.com/contact-us.

Responsibilities

• Develop mechanical/physical concepts, design and support development of processes to create or identify structures, systems, and components (SSCs) for use in nuclear products or facilities with a focus on nuclear safety.
• Identify, collect, and document applicable requirements, interfaces, design basis and criteria by coordinating with key stakeholders/systems engineers and support identifying applicable industry codes and standards and the direction of project leads and systems engineers.
• Perform computations utilizing hand calculations and analytical tools for structural, thermal, hydraulic, and other scoping calculations as required at the direction of project leads and systems engineers to ensure SSCs can meet technical requirements.
• Create and maintain CAD-generated engineering models of reactor SSCs.
• Support the assessment of SSCs for manufacturability as well as assembly and integration considerations at the direction of project leads.
• Write and develop design documentation including design basis documents, technical reports, calculations, and drawings in accordance with applicable procedures.
• Develop Verification and Validation (V&V) plans for analytical tools and support qualification of toolset.
• Perform work in accordance with X-energy quality procedures for design and configuration management to ensure project quality requirements are met.
• Provide independent reviews and acceptance reviews of engineering deliverables and data.
• Teach and mentor more junior team members.
• Stay abreast of industry and academic trends, breakthroughs, and best practices.
• Perform other duties as assigned by manager.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, or related engineering discipline (e.g., nuclear aerospace, chemical, etc.) from an accredited institution required.
• 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.
• Proficiency with engineering hand calculations is required.
• Use of Computer-Aided Design (CAD) and product lifecycle management (PLM) software.
• Hardware ownership including manufacturing and testing oversight.
• One plus years of demonstrated hands-on experience developing and delivering hardware or manufacturing processes in a production environment is required. May include industry internship experience, hobby, or participation in collegiate engineering projects such as: Formula SAE, Baja SAE, Design Build Fly, Rocket Club, etc.
• Designing and developing mechanical or fluid systems, assemblies, or components.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with commercial nuclear power plant operations.
• Experience using hand-tools and handling equipment to assemble mechanical systems or components.
• Familiarization with metrology techniques for inspection of components, performing fit checks, and troubleshooting mechanical issues.
• Familiarization with selection and use of instrumentation for testing and characterizing performance of mechanical systems and components.
• Experience working in hazardous industrial or manufacturing environments with prior training in areas such as: Pressurized or Stored Energy, High/Low Voltage Safety, Lockout/Tagout, Hoist/Rigging Operations, Machining, Hazard Awareness, etc…
• Professional experience in commercial nuclear power as well as design, qualification, licensing, and construction to ASME Boiler & Pressure Vessel Code (BPVC) Section III and/or Section VIII.
• Experience with NRC regulations and licensing requirements for safety-related systems.
• Experience with design using ASME BPV Code, ASME B31.1 or B31.3, and other industry standards.
• Experience with mechanical design of heat exchangers, boilers, or steam generators.
• Experience with Mechanical Process Equipment (Piping, Ducting, HVAC, Fire Suppression, Piping, Valves, Structural Supports) selection, sizing, and specification development.
• Experience with design of control, gate, globe, ball, or check valves for high-pressure and high-temperature fluid or gas applications.
• Experience with procurement and manufacturing oversight of pressure vessel or large metallic components.
• Hands-on experience with graphite or other non-metallic components, fabrication or assembly sequencing, and/or tooling development preferred.
• Experience designing and executing vibration, shock, and modal test programs to qualify mechanical components for high-reliability applications.

Pay

The salary range for this position is:

• Level III: $115,000 - $140,000
• Level IV: $140,000 - $170,000
• Level V: $170,000 - $200,000

Schedule

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

Benefits

• 401K plan with an employer match
• Medical/Dental /Vision Insurance
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Tuition Reimbursement/Professional Development policy

Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.