Senior Motor Design Engineer

Radiant Nuclear • El Segundo, CA

66d

About The Position

Radiant is seeking a talented Senior Electric Motor Design Engineer to design and develop an alternator for the nuclear-driven, high-speed power generator. Responsibilities include but are not limited to the design and analysis of active parts within the high-speed generator. You will collaborate with engineers cross-functionally and partner closely with the turbomachinery team developing a system for converting mechanical energy to electrical to be delivered to customers safely and reliably. The successful candidate will own active part design of generators, along with performing analysis, simulation, and component selection. You'll make a big impact in commercializing Earth's first mass-produced nuclear reactors and power remote areas and critical infrastructure with abundant clean energy.

Requirements

• B.S. in mechanical engineering specializing in electric motors
• 5+ years of design experience designing high-voltage and high-power electric motors and/or generators
• Fundamental knowledge of permanent magnet electric motors
• Experience in design, manufacturing, and assembly of electric motors

Nice To Haves

• 8+ years of generator design
• M.S in Mechanical Engineering specializing in electric motors
• Knowledge of motor control systems including SVM
• Great team player with one team mentality working with turbomachinery, power electronics, thermal, packaging and software teams

Responsibilities

• Own design, development, and integration of 1MW alternator
• Create 3D models and 2D fabrication drawings in CAD and NX
• Own communications with vendors to source all components to build the generator
• Perform bench testing, dynamic testing, and system testing for all subsystem components and models
• Perform hands-on assembly, rapid prototyping, and integration of high voltage electric motors and generators

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees