Lead Safety Analysis Engineer

2 weeks ago

Bellevue, Washington, United States TerraPower Full time

POSITION:
Lead Safety Analysis Engineer

LOCATION:
Remote/Hybrid

TerraPower is a pioneering nuclear technology firm committed to enhancing global living standards through innovative, sustainable, and secure nuclear energy solutions, alongside advancements in medical isotopes for improved health outcomes.

Founded in 2006 by Bill Gates and a visionary team, TerraPower aims to tackle the pressing challenges of energy access that are vital for community health and economic prosperity.

Our mission is to lead in the development of next-generation nuclear technologies while nurturing future innovators and leaders in the nuclear sector.

We are dedicated to driving significant advancements in the safety and economic viability of nuclear power, hybrid energy systems, and medical applications, all contributing to improved human health.


TerraPower is on the lookout for dynamic and forward-thinking professionals eager to engage in advanced nuclear reactor research and development, influencing the nuclear power landscape and enhancing the production of medical isotopes.

TerraPower is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We uphold a non-discriminatory hiring process, ensuring fairness regardless 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 law.

As a federal contractor, we have implemented an Affirmative Action Plan (AAP) to proactively recruit, hire, and promote women, minorities, disabled individuals, and veterans.

Lead Safety Analysis Engineer


The Lead Safety Analysis Engineer will be integral to a growing team focused on the design and licensing of the Natrium Demonstration reactor, primarily responsible for conducting Licensing Basis Events (LBE) analyses.

This role may also involve providing subject matter expertise to various projects within the TerraPower Sodium Fast Reactor (SFR) Program.

Responsibilities


Depending on qualifications and expertise, the role involves performing transient analyses to address the safety analysis requirements of the Natrium Demonstration reactor for Anticipated Operational Occurrence (AOO), Design Basis Event (DBE), Design Basis Accident (DBA), and Beyond Design Basis Event (BDBE).

Collaborate with safety methods development engineers to create methodologies, computational models, and other components of the Evaluation Models.


Engage with a multidisciplinary team of engineers to define functional, performance, safety, and quality requirements while supporting the overall design process.

Maintain thorough documentation of model development and analyses.

Conduct engineering reviews of analyses and other engineering design documents.


Contribute to the development of computational models that support system modeling for design and operational transients, as well as Probabilistic Risk Assessment (PRA).

Assist in evaluating the Evaluation Models against relevant tests and perform necessary benchmark calculations.

Key Qualifications and Skills

B.S. or higher in nuclear engineering or a related engineering discipline, with a minimum of 12 years of experience in the nuclear sector.Strong understanding of nuclear systems fundamentals, including thermal-hydraulic, neutronics, dynamics, and reactor transient behavior.


Experience analyzing Anticipated Operational Occurrence (AOO), Design Basis Event (DBE), Design Basis Accident (DBA), and/or Beyond Design Basis Event (BDBE) is essential.

Proficiency in model development and analysis using engineering software in the following areas

System transient analysis:
Familiarity with SAS4A/SASSYS-1 or equivalent experience with RELAP5, GOTHIC, or TRACE is advantageous.

Radionuclide transport analysis (source term development and analysis): MELCOR, RADTRAD, SRT, or equivalent.

Experience with performing and submitting LBE analyses to regulatory bodies is highly desirable.

Knowledge of nuclear design, regulatory requirements, and risk-informed performance-based technology guidance for Non-Light Water Reactors is a plus.

Experience with SFR safety analysis is particularly valuable. Experience with other reactor designs may also be considered.

Demonstrated strong quantitative, analytical, modeling, and reporting capabilities.


Familiarity with NQA-1 requirements related to analysis and software management, along with experience in quality assurance programs.

Experience collaborating in multidisciplinary engineering teams to tackle engineering challenges.

Programming skills in any language are a plus.


The ideal candidate will exhibit a high degree of trust and integrity, communicate transparently, and foster a collaborative team environment.

Job Functions

Job Functions encompass the physical actions and/or working conditions associated with this position.

These functions may also represent essential functions of the job that the employee must be able to perform, with or without accommodation.

The information provided below aims to give a clear understanding of the job duties and expectations.

An applicant's ability to perform and/or tolerate these actions and conditions will be assessed, and workplace accommodations may be made on a case-by-case basis.


  • Motor Abilities: Prolonged sitting and/or standing, bending/stooping, grasping/gripping, fine motor control (hands)
  • Physical exertion and/or requirements: Minimal, with the ability to safely lift up to 25 pounds
  • Repetitive work: Extended
  • Special Senses: Visual and auditory focused tasks
  • Work Conditions: Standard office environment, requiring typing/keyboard use for more than 8 hours a day
  • Travel required: 0-5%
TerraPower's technology is subject to export controls by various U.S. Government agencies.

Applicants who are foreign nationals will be evaluated in accordance with U.S. Government export control requirements.

To facilitate export control reviews, applicants will be asked to indicate their citizenship status during the application process.

Job details

Salary Range Level 12:
$163,702 - $226,844

*Typically, our employee salaries are positioned around the mid-point of the posted salary bands. Any salary offered within the posted salary band is based on market data and aligned with the selected candidate's qualifications and experience. This range is specific to Washington State.

Benefits:
Competitive Compensation

Salary, with eligibility for discretionary short-term incentive payments

Comprehensive Medical and Wellness Benefits including Medical, Vision, Dental, Life, and Disability

Gender Affirmation Benefits

Parental Leave

401k Plan

Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)

21 days of annually accrued PTO

Generous Holiday Schedule

10 paid holidays

Relocation Assistance

Professional and Educational Support Opportunities

Flexible Work Schedule

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