Engineer IV, Turbines and Rotating Equipment

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This role is responsible for designing and developing mechanical systems and components. It includes identifying requirements, conceptualizing system architecture and developing the layout through final design, performing process calculations, selecting and specifying equipment components ensuring they meet all technical specifications and program/project requirements. Additionally, this role oversees the implementation of rigorous, repeatable System Engineering processes, ensures technical integration, monitors risks, and provides system-level oversight and support. The position is responsible for managing the entire effort to bring the system from initial requirements to a fully functional operational state in accordance with X-energy design guides and standards and sound engineering principles.

Job Profile Tasks/Responsibilities

- Lead the execution of the core tasks and responsibilities, listed in the Job Profile Task/Responsibilities section of this document, without close supervision and some latitude for independent judgment.

- Develop mechanical/physical system design concepts, design and support development of processes to create structures, systems, and components (SSCs). Planning/structuring scope for the analyses required to assess aspects of the SSCs to ensure they can perform their intended functions and meet design requirements and specifications.

- Provide independent reviews and acceptance reviews of engineering deliverables and data. Manage system development including planning, monitoring, and controlling of the complete engineering effort through all development life cycle phases.

- Manage design development leads and subcontractors to define system and subsystem functional and physical architecture, critical design parameters, and descriptive drawings.

- Apply applicable requirements, interfaces, design basis and criteria by coordinating with key stakeholders/systems engineers and identifying applicable industry codes and standards.

- Have a thorough understanding of the requirements contained within industry codes and standards and their intent.

- Direct the planning for the analyses required to assess all aspects of assigned SSCs to ensure they can perform their intended functions and meet all technical specifications and requirements.

- Supervise performance of computations utilizing hand calculations and analytical tools for structural, thermal, hydraulic, and other scoping calculations as required to ensure SSCs can meet all technical requirements.

- Oversee procured items and associated documentation for acceptance and verify compliance of procured services and material with contract specifications.

- Develop and manage implementation of engineering changes in accordance with approved procedures.

- Provide feedback and guidance to more junior team members with the execution of the core tasks and responsibilities listed in the Job Profile Task/Responsibilities section of this document.

- Lead small groups of engineers to solve complex technical problems and deliver high quality engineering work products on time and within budget.

- Serve as the technical authority on the design and analysis of Rankine cycle power conversion systems for nuclear power plants.

- Conduct and review detailed studies on turbine performance, condenser design, heat exchangers, and working fluid optimization.

- Collaborate with interfacing system owners to ensure proper thermal coupling and system integration.

- Participate in safety analysis, plant reliability, and plant performance evaluations.

- Provide input to equipment specifications, vendor evaluations, and procurement documentation.

- Assist in preparing documentation for regulatory submissions (e.g., NRC).

- Review and validate system simulations, including transient and steady-state analyses.

- 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.

- Create and maintain CAD-generated engineering models.

- Support computations and analyses by others for thermal and hydraulic systems as required to ensure SSCs can meet technical requirements.

- Write and develop design documentation including, but not limited to, design basis documents, technical reports, calculations, design descriptions and drawings in accordance with applicable procedures.

- Demonstrate project management skills to effectively organize and lead external engineering partners.

- Develop the technical content for and support the procurement of material, equipment, and services.

- Actively support the safety culture and ensure integration of quality in all by complying with the relevant requirements of the Quality Assurance Program.

- Identify, document, report, and manage system and project risks to ensure they are visible and mitigated accordingly.

- Perform work in accordance with X-energy quality procedures for design and configuration management to ensure project quality requirements are met.

Job Profile Minimum Qualifications

- Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or related engineering discipline from an ABET accredited university required.

- Typically, ten years of experience in a mechanical engineering role required (may include a combination of experience obtained through an academic institution, e.g., design projects, research, or design teams, as well as professional experience).

- 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.

- Typically, experience with mechanical process equipment design, procurement, installation, and/or operation is required.

- Systems or Design Engineering experience in successful mechanical system development projects.

- Experience with design and operation of mechanical systems including, but not limited to, steam, feedwater, condensate, or nuclear systems.

- Knowledge of system requirements management, and verification.

- Knowledge of Systems Engineering processes, as well as relevant aspects of nuclear power plant licensing, regulatory, quality, and safety requirements.

- Technical proficiency in fundamentals of mechanical design for structural and fluidic components, mechanisms, or manufacturing & processing equipment.

Location:

530 Gaither Road, Rockville, MD

Work Site Expectations:

4-5 days in office

Travel Expectations:

10% (as needed for project assignment)

Hours:

Standard office hours are 8:00am ET to 5:00pm ET, Monday - Friday

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:

$135,630.00 to $173,305.00

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.

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