CAE Project Engineer, EPC Procurement Oversight

TerraPower.•Bellevue, WA

36d•Onsite

About The Position

TerraPower is a nuclear technology company focused on developing advanced nuclear reactors and medical isotopes. They are seeking a highly motivated Computer Aided Engineering (CAE) Project Engineer to support the Natrium team. This role involves planning, coordinating, and delivering CAE analysis activities, managing CAE software integration, schedules, resources, and technical deliverables. The engineer will act as the interface between design engineering, licensing, and the CAE technical team, ensuring all deliverables meet project requirements, quality standards, and regulatory expectations.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Nuclear Engineering, or a related technical field.
Minimum of 5 years of experience with 2-D and 3-D Datacentric CAD/BIM (SMART 3d, SMART P&ID) applications.
Proficient in using BIM platforms for nuclear facility modeling and data synchronization.
Experience in model-data integration for effective collaboration between design and procurement systems.
Understanding of SQL databases, including data extraction, transformation, and loading.
Ability to write scripts for automating workflows in languages such as Python, PowerShell, and VBA for efficient data handling and reporting.
Excellent organizational and communication skills.
Ability to collaborate across multidisciplinary teams effectively.

Nice To Haves

1-2 years hands on Analysis/Simulation (e.g. ANSYS, Abaqus), or engineering project management is a plus.

Responsibilities

Develop project plans aligned with project timelines and deliverables.
Coordinate with design engineers, licensing teams, and stakeholders to define BIM scope and requirements.
Create and refine 3D CAD models based on design requirements and specifications.
Generate engineering study deliverables (e.g., technical drawings, reports, data packages) that meet project requirements.
Ensure deliverables are documented in compliance with internal and external standards (e.g., ASME or ISO).
Manage version control of deliverables to maintain traceability throughout the design lifecycle.
Manage the execution of BIM tasks, ensuring technical accuracy and compliance with engineering standards.
Oversee the work of CAE team members to deliver high-value insights for design decisions.
Track resources effectively to meet project needs and timelines.
Monitor progress and adjust schedules as needed to mitigate risks and delays.
Ensure all CAE tools and deliverables comply with quality standards, regulatory guidelines, and project-specific requirements.
Conduct reviews of reports and results to ensure technical validity.
Act as the primary liaison between CAE teams, design engineering, and licensing departments to ensure alignment with project goals.
Facilitate communication and integration across teams to streamline workflows.