Engineer V, Rotating Equipment Specialist

X-Energy•Rockville, MD

30d•Hybrid

About The Position

This role is responsible for guiding specification, selection, and design of rotating equipment for a wide variety of mechanical process and power generation system applications. It includes identifying requirements, performing design calculations, and selecting and specifying rotating equipment to ensure they meet all technical specifications and program/project requirements. Additionally, this role is responsible for providing expert opinions, based on technical information, to system owners and responsible engineers in the area of their expertise. This position is expected to be an expert on rotating equipment (pumps, compressors, fans, blowers, etc.) and will provide recommendations on all aspects of equipment selection including design, specification, application, selection, cost, performance, reliability, and maintenance strategy.

Requirements

The skills required for this role are typically demonstrated by up to 15 years of relevant experience.
Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or related engineering discipline from an ABET accredited university required.
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.
Experience with mechanical process equipment design, procurement, installation, and/or operation is required. For this role that experience must include selecting rotating equipment based on system needs while considering all potential impacts of that selection throughout the life of the component, its associated, system, and interfacing plant systems. This role also involves providing expert advice and recommendation to other engineering staff for general selection of rotating equipment based on suitability to system design and intended service.
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, HVAC, fire protection, drainage, compressed air, services, water-based systems, or nuclear systems.
Knowledge of best practices for 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.
Fluid dynamics and thermodynamics: A strong grasp of the physical and operating principles that govern pumps and compressors is critical for proper sizing and application. This includes thorough understanding of compressible and incompressible flow and understanding aspects like pressure, flow rates, temperature, and fluid properties and their effect on how those aspects affect selection and performance of rotating equipment. Similarly, a knowledge of aspects governing design, specification, and selection of fans and blowers is desired.
Knowledge of rotating equipment types: In-depth knowledge of different pump and compressor classifications, including positive displacement vs. dynamic machines, is essential for recommending the best solution for a given application. Similarly, a knowledge of types and applications of fans and blowers is desired.
Industry codes and standards:â The candidate must be proficient in relevant industry standards, such as those published by the American Petroleum Institute (API), the American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME), and the American National Standards Institute (ANSI). For fans, blowers, a knowledge of ASHRAE standards that inform specification and selection of fans and blowers is desired.
Mechanical design and materials:â Knowledge of equipment design, metallurgy, and material science to understand the impact of stress, fatigue, and environmental conditions on component life.
Performance curve analysis:â The ability to interpret and apply performance curves for pumps, compressors, fans, and blowers is essential to match equipment capabilities with system requirements.
Equipment selection:â Skill in selecting and sizing equipment based on process design requirements, including calculating and evaluating different operating points and efficiencies. This also includes mentoring other engineers in the sizing and selection of rotating equipment in their systems.
Auxiliary system knowledge:â A comprehensive understanding of related systems that impact rotating equipment, including:
Sealing systems and mechanical seals.
Lubrication systems.
Instrumentation and controls.
Driver types and selection, including motors, turbines, variable-speed drives and fluid couplings.
Equipment specifications:â Experience in preparing and reviewing technical specifications, datasheets, and procurement documents for rotating equipment.
Vendor management:â Experience evaluating supplier proposals and reviewing vendor documentation for compliance with equipment specifications, design codes and standards, contract requirements, maintenance provisions, operation, testing, and general industry best practices.

Nice To Haves

Experience with authoring and/or maintaining company design standards and guides related to design, specification, and selection of piping and in-line devices is desirable.

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 extensive latitude for independent judgment.
Develop and manage implementation of engineering changes in accordance with approved procedures.
Teach and mentor more junior team members.
Stay abreast of industry and academic trends, breakthroughs, and best practices.
In collaboration with engineering leadership, set technical direction at the enterprise level through developing and owning technology or discipline specific roadmaps, best practices, and/or design criteria.
Provide independent reviews and acceptance reviews of engineering deliverables and data.
Oversee documentation of applicable requirements, interfaces, design basis and criteria by coordinating with key stakeholders/systems engineers and identify applicable and appropriate industry codes and standards.
Have a thorough understanding of the letter and intent of industry codes and standards.
As needed, direct the planning for the analyses required to assess all aspects of rotating equipment to ensure they can perform their intended functions and meet all technical specifications and requirements in a manner that is compliant with applicable codes and standards.
Supervise performance of computations utilizing hand calculations and analytical tools for structural, thermal, hydraulic, and other scoping calculations as required to ensure rotating equipment can meet all technical requirements in a manner that is compliant with applicable codes and standards.
Develop and manage implementation of engineering changes in accordance with approved procedures.
Provide assistance and guidance in designing and developing mechanical systems and components within your expertise:
Understand how nuclear safety relates to specific systems and components and the work performed on a day-to-day occurrence.
Select components based on applicable requirements, interfaces, design bases and criteria by coordinating with key stakeholders/systems engineers and support identification of applicable industry codes and standards.
Compose and develop design documentation including, but not limited to, design basis documents, technical reports, calculations, design descriptions and drawings in accordance with applicable procedures.
Author and maintain X-energy design standards and guides related to design, specification, and selection of piping and in-line devices.
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.
Oversee and/or provide technical expertise to review procured items and associated documentation for acceptance and verify compliance of procured services and material with contract specifications.
Review engineering documentation for technical correctness and compliance with X-energy processes and procedures and participate in design reviews for rotating equipment and its integration in plant systems design.
Actively support the safety culture and ensure integration of quality into all System Engineering processes utilized in the performance of this role by complying with the relevant requirements of the Quality Assurance Program.
Identify, document, report and manage system and project risks related to engineering and design scope associated with this role to ensure they are visible and mitigated accordingly.
Maintain professional demeanor and behavior at all times in all forms of communication.
Work effectively and efficiently with multidisciplinary engineering teams.
Perform other duties as assigned by manager.

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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