Safety Analysis Engineer - Remote
Job Description
Safety Analysis Engineer (Remote)
Summary:
Highly experienced nuclear engineer in the area of light-water reactor safety analysis with a focus on system thermal hydraulics and analysis methodology.
Requirements:
Using expert technical knowledge and experience with the government regulator to identify and mitigate engineering design solutions and potential licensing risks.
Perform safety analysis calculations using industry-standard simulation tools such as RELAP5, RETRAN, TRACE, COBRA, VIPRE, TRAC, and/or RADTRAD.
Apply reactor thermal hydraulic concepts to support design and licensing of the NuScale small modular nuclear reactor.
Review and provide comments on Safety Analysis engineering work products.
To perform the job successfully, the individual should demonstrate competencies in performing the essential functions of this position by performing satisfactorily in each of these competencies.
Problem solving: Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner, gathers and reviews information appropriately. Uses own judgment and acts independently; seeks input from other team members as appropriate for complex or sensitive situations.
Oral/written communication: Listens carefully and speaks clearly and professionally in all situations. Edits work for accuracy and clarity, Is able to create, read and interpret complex written information. Ability to develop strong interpersonal networks within the organization.
Planning/organizing: Prioritizes and plans work activities, organizes personal and project timelines and deadlines, tracks project timelines and deadlines, and uses time efficiently.
Adaptability: Adapts to changes in the work environment, manages competing demands and is able to deal with frequent interruptions, changes, delays, or unexpected events.
Dependability: Consistently on time and at work, responds to management expectations and solicits feedback to improve performance.
Team Building: Capable of developing strong interpersonal networks and trust within the organization,setting expectations and requirements and achieving accountability of supervised personnel. Leads consensus by involving all stakeholders, facilitating their understanding of differences, agreeing on requirements and constraints, and developing the best solution.
Safety Culture: Adheres to the NuScale Safety culture and is expected to model safe behavior and influence peers to meet high standards.
Education: Minimum of Bachelor’s degree in Nuclear engineering.
Experience: A minimum of 8 years’ experience in reactor thermal hydraulics and/or safety analysis. An advanced degree in engineering my be substituted for 1 year work experience.
Industry Requirements: Eligible to work under Department of Energy 10 CFR Part 810.
Overall Job Knowledge and Performance: In-depth understanding of engineering concepts, principles, theories.
Skills: Strong technical writing skills. Good communication, computer, presentation and interpersonal skills.
Quality Assurance: Demonstrated understanding and implementation of quality assurance regulations, standards and guidelines of 10 CFR 50 Appendix B, 10 CFR 21, and NQA-1.
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Ability to understand and communicate clearly using a phone, personal interaction, and computers.
Ability to learn new job functions and comprehend and understand new concepts quickly and apply them accurately in a rapidly evolving environment.
The employee frequently is required; to sit and stand; walk; bend, use hands to operate office equipment; and reach with hands and arms.
Ability to travel nationally and locally using common forms of transportation.
JOB NUMBER
#4472
LOCATION
Remote
ESTIMATED START DATE
ASAP
ESTIMATED DURATION OF WORK
Through end of 2024