Test Systems Design Lead

Tasks/Responsibilities

• Help enact standard processes and best practices associated with technology maturation, test planning 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.
• Engage with vendors to provide technical oversight of start-to-finish testing activities, from initial concept development through test execution.
• Provide general oversight of internal and external testing activities to verify the technical and programmatic completeness of testing performed.
• Maintain professional demeanor and behavior at all times in all forms of communication.
• Perform other duties as assigned by manager.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, electrical, or nuclear engineering or related degree from an accredited institution.
• Level IV: Typically, ten years of experience in a test engineering role.
• Level V: Typically, fifteen 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.
• Hands on experience with hardware development, testing and experimentation.
• Demonstrated experience with design of experiment and test planning.

Preferred Skills

• Demonstrated experience with complex test systems design and development.
• Versatile technical background; Mechanical, Fluid, Electrical and Systems Engineering.
• Industrial R&D Lab experience.
• Vendor management and oversight of outsourced development.
• Familiarity with codes and standards (ASME, ASTM) relevant to high temperature/pressure systems.
• Experience working under a formal Quality Assurance program.