Mechanical Engineer 2 (NSSS Systems Analysis)

NuScale Power, LLC•Corvallis, OR

6d•$78,096 - $122,149•Remote

About The Position

Reporting to the Manager, NSSS Systems Analysis, the person in this role applies technical knowledge, insight, reasoning, and decision making to perform analyses of the fluid systems within the NuScale Power Plant nuclear steam supply system (NSSS) to support advancement of the design. They will utilize a strong analytical background in performing transient analyses in collaboration with the rest of the team.

Requirements

A minimum of a B.S. degree in Engineering (preferably Mechanical) is required.
A minimum of 2 years of full time engineering experience as a thermal-hydraulic engineer is required.
Eligible to work under Department of Energy 10 CFR Part 810.
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.

Nice To Haves

A registered Engineer-in-Training (EIT) is preferred.
Additional experience in the following areas is desired: Analysis of system performance and transient operations, including water hammer, high energy line break, steam generator heat transfer, compartment heating/pressurization
Use of software: RELAP, ANSYS (Mechanical and CFD), GOTHIC, plus normal office software
Analysis of components for flow induced vibration mechanisms, as well as experience with vibration testing and data analysis
Computer programming skills (e.g. Python, Matlab)

Responsibilities

Uses thermal-hydraulic software and engineering tools to perform analyses on the design and performance of NSSS systems.
Perform and check engineering evaluations in accordance with NuScale company procedures, by applying sound engineering thermal hydraulics and structural mechanics fundamentals, including familiarity with standard system analysis software (e.g. RELAP, ANSYS, GOTHIC).
Prepare, check, and review calculations and reports in the field of flow-induced vibration.
Interacts with co-workers and other disciplines to promote effective coordination of design activities and resolution of technical problems. Individuals should be interested in acquiring general knowledge of principles and practices of related fields in order to function on multi-disciplinary teams.
Possess strong written and oral communication skills.
Performs other duties as assigned.