Engineer IV, Civil Structural Analysis

Company: X-Energy, LLC
Location: Rockville
Posted on: January 30, 2025

Job Description:

X-energy LLC conducts a thorough recruiting process and will never issue offers without interview to discuss qualifications and responsibilities. All applications will be submitted via our company career page, www.x-energy.com/careers/ . We will never ask you to provide payment information as part of the recruiting process. If anyone claiming to represent X-energy directs you in a manner otherwise, please contact us at www.x-energy.com/contact-us .

Job Description
X-energy is seeking professionals to join our Engineering team in the role of Engineer IV, Civil Structural Analysis. This role is responsible for the engineering design and development of mechanical systems, structures, and components. This includes concept development, evaluation of concepts, analysis of systems, structures, and components for their ability to perform their intended function, and ensuring they meet all technical specifications and requirements. The role will ensure the development of the systems and components through production including any necessary prototyping, testing, and commissioning.

Responsibilities:

• Use experience with civil/structural engineering phenomena to guide the advancement of design analysis of buildings and components of a next generation nuclear reactor power plant, which may include assessment of seismic demand, wind/tornado loadings, structural steel, and reinforced concrete.
  
• Develop mechanical/physical concepts, design and support development of processes to create or identify structures, systems, and components (SSCs) for use in nuclear products or facilities with a focus on nuclear safety.
  
• Perform and assist structural analysis for systems, structures, and components of X-energy developed reactors, including civil structures, pressure vessels and piping, reactor internals, nuclear fuel, and high temperature materials.
  
• Use engineering tools, including finite element analysis (FEA) simulation software, hand calculations, and engineering judgment, to assess stress, deformation, and lifetime mechanical performance of these nuclear reactor components.
  
• 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 and the direction of project leads and systems engineers.
  
• Planning and performing the analysis required to assess aspects of the SSCs to ensure they can perform their intended functions and meet technical specifications and design requirements.
  
• Perform computations utilizing hand calculations and analytical tools for structural, thermal, hydraulic, and other scoping calculations as required at the direction of project leads and systems engineers to ensure SSCs can meet technical requirements.
  
• Provide feedback and guidance to more junior team members.
  
• Lead small groups of engineers to solve complex technical problems and deliver high quality engineering work products on time and within budget.
  
• Support the assessment of SSCs for manufacturability as well as assembly and integration considerations at the direction of project leads.
  
• Write and develop design documentation including design basis documents, technical reports, calculations, and drawings in accordance with applicable procedures.
  
• Develop Verification and Validation (V&V) plans for analytical tools and support qualification of toolset.
  
• Perform work in accordance with X-energy quality procedures for design and configuration management to ensure project quality requirements are met.
  
• Provide independent reviews and acceptance reviews of engineering deliverables and data.
  
• Maintain professional demeanor and behavior at all times in all forms of communication.
  
• Perform other duties as assigned by manager.
  
  
  Qualifications:
  
  • Bachelor's degree in mechanical or civil engineering, or related engineering discipline (e.g., nuclear aerospace, chemical, etc.) from an ABET accredited university required.
    
  • Highly Desired:
    
    • Experience with seismic analysis for buildings, structural steel, and concrete.
      
    • Familiarity with structural analysis of members/vessels/piping/supports/welds.
      
    • Experience with the design of industrial structures and power generating plant components.
      
    • Deep knowledge of construction materials and methodologies.
      
    • Registered Professional Engineer in civil engineering or equivalent.
      
    • Typically, ten years of experience in an engineering role 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.
        
      • Analytical experience with structural analysis hand calculations and structural FEA software programs (e.g., ANSYS, ABAQUS, NASTRAN, FEMAP, CAESAR, ROHR, LS-DYNA, PIPESTRESS).
        
      • Preferred software skills: ANSYS, LS-DYNA, ABAQUS, SASSI, SAP2000, GT-Strudl, Revit, MatLab, Python
        
      • Familiarity with structural codes ASCE 7, IBC, ACI 318/ ACI 349, AISC 360/ N690, AWS D1.1/1.4 preferred.
        
        
        Location: 530 Gaither Road, Rockville, MD
        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 - $173,305
        
        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.
        
        An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
        
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