High-Temperature Mechanical Analyst, Mechanical Design, MCFR at TerraPower

Bellevue, Washington, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

09 Feb, 26

Salary

294806.0

Posted On

11 Nov, 25

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Mechanical Analysis, ASME Boiler Pressure Vessel Code, Finite Element Analysis, Stress Analysis, Creep-Fatigue Analysis, Buckling Analysis, Seismic Analysis, Vibration Analysis, Solid Mechanics, Fracture Mechanics, Metal Fatigue Principles, Programming Software, Quality Standards, Team Collaboration, Mentoring, Procurement Support

Industry

Nuclear Electric Power Generation

Description

TITLE: High-Temperature Mechanical Analyst, Mechanical Design, MCFR LOCATION: Bellevue, WA TerraPower is a nuclear technology company based in Bellevue, Washington. At its core, the company is working to raise living standards globally through a more affordable, secure and environmentally friendly form of nuclear energy along with innovations in medical isotopes to improve human health. In 2006, TerraPower originated with Bill Gates and a group of like-minded visionaries who evaluated the fundamental challenges to raising living standards around the world. They recognized energy access was crucial to the health and economic well-being of communities and decided that the private sector needed to take action and create energy sources that would advance global energy deployment. TerraPower’s mission is to be a world leader in new nuclear technologies, while developing innovators and future leaders in the nuclear field. As a result, the company’s activities in the fields of nuclear energy and related sciences are yielding significant innovations in the safety and economics of nuclear power, hybrid energy and medical applications – all for significant human health benefits. TerraPower is seeking to hire highly motivated and forward-thinking professionals who are interested in focusing on advanced nuclear reactor research and development and influencing change within the nuclear power landscape and bringing forward the critical production of medical isotopes. TerraPower is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. In addition, as a federal contractor, TerraPower has instituted an Affirmative Action Plan (AAP) in an effort to proactively recruit, hire, and promote women, minorities, disabled persons and veterans. TerraPower’s Molten Chloride Fast Reactor (MCFR) program is commercializing the technology to operate a fast spectrum, chloride salt cooled molten salt reactor. The Molten Chloride Reactor Experiment (MCRE) is slated to be the first liquid-fueled, fast spectrum reactor built and operated, and will be constructed at Idaho National Laboratory. High-Temperature Mechanical Analyst, Mechanical Design, MCFR TerraPower is seeking a High-Temperature Mechanical Analyst to support the Molten Chloride Fast Reactor (MCFR) program and the Molten Chloride Reactor Experiment (MCRE), as needed. This position reports to the Mechanical Design Discipline Manager. The role centers on mechanical analysis of high-temperature components and structures for MCRE detailed design and evolving toward analysis and oversight for the MCFR Demonstration Reactor. You’ll collaborate engineering teams, suppliers, and partners in a high-performing, multi-disciplinary environment to deliver code expertise, mechanical analysis, and design direction. This role is hybrid with on-site at least four days per week. The ability to be physically present at our Bellevue, WA headquarters is a requirement. A Washington PE license or ability to obtain one promptly is required. Join us in this mechanical design role to help advance a first-of-a-kind nuclear reactor towards commercial development. Responsibilities: • Guide team implementation of ASME Boiler Pressure Vessel Code design, particularly high-temperature components. • Perform various analyses (stress, creep-fatigue, buckling, seismic, vibration) of reactor components using both hand calculation methods and linear and non-linear ANSYS finite element analysis (FEA). • Establish, review, and maintain documents of analysis results and design solutions. • Support the team’s development of required inputs and methodologies to establish structural sizing for critical reactor components and interfaces. • Mentor other team members on high-temperature analysis and design considerations. • Support procurement activities, as needed, including reviews of supplier designs, analysis reports, and other deliverables. Key Qualifications and Skills: • PE License in Washington PE license or ability to obtain one promptly. • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or other relevant program from an accredited university and 15 years of relevant experience for level 12, or 18 years of relevant experience for level 13. Experience level may be partially substituted for advanced degree depending on position relevance. • Recent expert-level experience in the analysis of components to ASME Boiler Pressure Vessel Code Design by Analysis (DBA). • Working experience with codes and standards such as ASME Section III Div. 5 and Div. 1, ASME Section VIII, ASME B31 codes, and ASCE codes (highly desired). • Expert in using FEA software (ANSYS preferred). • Working experience utilizing programming software (Python, Fortran, or ANSYS APDL preferred) • Strong understanding of solid mechanics, fracture mechanics, and metal fatigue principles. • Candidate must have demonstrated experience in mechanical analysis of equipment or components. This may include stress (including thermal) analysis, seismic analysis, buckling analysis, thermal cyclic analysis, and creep analysis. • Experience interfacing with NRC, DOE, or ASME Code Committees (highly desired). • Experience working to quality standards on design activities, such as ASME NQA-1 or ISO 9001 (highly desired). • The successful candidate will possess a high degree of trust and integrity, communicate openly and display respect, and a desire to foster teamwork. Job Functions: Job Functions are physical actions and/or working conditions associated with the position. These functions may also constitute essential functions for the job which the employee must be able to fulfill, with or without accommodation. Information provided below is to help describe the job so that the applicant has a reasonable understanding of the job duties/expectations. An applicant's ability to perform and/or tolerate these actions and conditions will be discussed and workplace accommodations may be made on a case-by-case basis following an individualized assessment of the applicant and other considerations, including but not limited to any governing safety standards. • Motor Abilities: Sitting and standing for extended periods, bending/stooping, grasping/gripping, fine motor control (hands). • Physical exertion and/or requirements: Minimal, with ability to safely lift up to 50 pounds. • Repetitive work: Prolonged. • Special Senses: Visual and audio focused work and ability to perform role in personal protective equipment. • Work Conditions: Stairs, typing/keyboard, standard and/or sitting working environment of >8 hrs./day. TerraPower’s technology is controlled for export by various agencies of the U.S. Government. TerraPower must evaluate applicants who are foreign nationals (other than asylees, refugees, or lawful permanent residents) in accordance with U.S. Government export control requirements. To facilitate TerraPower’s export control reviews, you will be asked as part of the application process to identify whether you are a U.S. Citizen or national, asylee, refugee, or lawful permanent resident of the United States. Government export authorization approval times vary. Based on the business needs for a particular position, TerraPower may not consider a foreign national from a country if it is impracticable to obtain timely Government export approval. Job Details: Salary Range Level 12: $168,316 - $252,475 Salary Range Level 13: $196,537 - $294,806 *Typically, our employee salaries are within .90 – 1.0 of the mid-point of the posted salary bands. Any salary offered within the posted salary band is based on market data and commensurate with the selected candidate’s qualifications and experience. This range is specific to Washington State. Benefits: • Competitive Compensation • Salary, eligible to participate in discretionary short-term incentive payments • Comprehensive Medical and Wellness Benefits for family or individual o Vision o Dental o Life o Life and Disability o Gender Affirmation Benefits o Parental Leave • 401k Plan • Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) o 21 days of annually accrued PTO • Generous Holiday Schedule o 10 paid holidays • Relocation Assistance • Professional and Educational Support Opportunities • Flexible Work Schedule TerraPower Career and Benefits information: https://www.terrapower.com/contact-us/careers/

Responsibilities

The High-Temperature Mechanical Analyst will support the Molten Chloride Fast Reactor program by performing mechanical analysis of high-temperature components and structures. This role involves collaboration with engineering teams and oversight for the MCFR Demonstration Reactor.