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Engineer II, Nuclear (Reactor Physics)

X Energy LLC
Rockville, MD Full Time
POSTED ON 1/21/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/12/2025

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.

Job Description

X-energy is seeking professionals to join our Core Design Team in the role of Engineer II, Nuclear. This role is responsible for performing engineering tasks associated with designing, developing, and conducting analyses of a nuclear reactor or nuclear facility.

Responsibilities :

  • Perform design, analysis, and evaluation in assigned projects using sound engineering principles and adhering to business standards, practices, procedures, and product / program requirements.
  • Collaborate in planning, scheduling, and organizing detailed phases of engineering work.
  • Collaborate in the technical oversight and direction of internal or external design teams.
  • Facilitate and assist in the assessment of customer needs and capture requirements and functions related to nuclear engineering.
  • Execute nuclear engineering assignments with clear and specified objectives; utilize conventional specifications and / or Interface Control Documents and plans.
  • Recommend system design alterations and enhancements to improve quality of products and / or procedures from an assembly, transportation, construction, commissioning, operations, maintenance, and / or decommissioning perspective.
  • Lead reviews and presentations for internal company design reviews and customer design reviews regarding nuclear design.
  • Organize engineering efforts in assigned areas between specialty and other engineering groups or disciplines, with the client, suppliers, contractors, or other groups as required.
  • Maintain a professional demeanor and behavior at all times, in all forms of communication.
  • Support team members with the execution of the core tasks and responsibilities under guided supervision.
  • Coordinate with engineering team members, partners, and suppliers to facilitate the convergence of efforts, allow design closure, provide design assurance, and deliver high quality engineering work products.
  • Perform other duties as assigned by manager.

Qualifications :

  • Bachelor's degree in nuclear engineering or related degree from an accredited institution.
  • Typically, three years of experience in an 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.
  • Possess technical experience and proven expertise in one or more of the following areas :
  • Reactor core design and analysis.

  • Radiation shielding design and analysis.
  • Nuclear fuel analysis and qualification.
  • Criticality safety.
  • Reactor multiphysics analysis, especially pertaining to transient analysis.
  • Nuclear analysis software development, verification and validation.
  • Other areas of nuclear engineering or nuclear physics relevant to the design and analysis of small modular reactors, microreactors, and nuclear facilities.
  • Location : 530 Gaither Road, Rockville, MD

    Travel Expectations : 5%

    Work Site Expectations : 3-4 days a week in office

    Hours : 8 : 00am-5 : 00pm, Mon-Fri

    Compensation

    As required by Maryland and other applicable state law, X Energy, LLC (X-energy) lists the expected compensation range for a publicly advertised job opportunity based upon the job requirements (e.g. education / training, experience, skill sets, etc.). Individual candidates who meet the job requirements for the posted position will be offered a salary within this range based on their respective levels of education / training, experience, and other qualifications unique to them. Salary ranges may vary based on the specific office location and region referenced in the posting to take into consideration differences in cost of living and may not be reflective of all regions. Please note that compensation ranges listed for US job postings reflect base salary only and do not include benefits or other incentives.

    A reasonable estimate for this position at the level of experience required is :

    106,200- $135, 700

    Position Job Classification

    Full time - Exempt

    Benefits

    X Energy, LLC offers a robust benefits package that includes a 401K plan with an employer match, Medical / Dental / Vision Insurance, Life and Disability Insurance, Paid Time Off, and a Tuition Reimbursement / Professional Development policy that supports the continuing education of our employees.

    An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

    X Energy, LLC participates in E-Verify. Please visit the links below for more information about E-Verify and the protection of your Right to Work.

    Right To Work Link : If you have the right to work, don't let anyone take it away (e-verify.gov)

    E-Verify Participation Link : E-Verify Participation Poster English and Spanish

    Salary : $106,200 - $135,700

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