Job Description
This role is responsible for supporting the Software Services team that performs software development and qualification of design and safety analysis codes and the Risk Informed Safety Analysis team that performs the nuclear safety analysis. The software is used to support X-energy technology (e.g., Xe-100) licensing and design, including system thermo-hydraulic analysis, component thermo-hydraulic analysis, fission product release and transport analysis, neutronics analysis, structural analysis and probabilistic risk assessments (PRA). The position directs the work of individual contributors and subcontractors performing validation exercises, supports the teams for software that is developed in-house, and supports all programmatic documentation associated with the execution of Regulatory Guide (RG) 1.203, "Transient and Accident Analysis Methods".

Job Profile Tasks/Responsibilities

• Support the execution of software development and software qualification for assigned projects using sound engineering principles and adhering to business standards, practices, procedures, and product / program requirements.
• Support the collection and formulation of software requirements based on the work of the various engineering analysis disciplines, which includes Safety Analysis. These requirements include modelling capability, user and code-to-code interface requirements, physical phenomena, validation requirements as well as the quality assurance based on analysis use.
• Oversee the software qualification efforts, which include verification, validation, and Commercial Grade Dedication (CGD). This encompasses accepting V&V and CGD work and providing guidance to assist analysts with X-energy software quality assurance procedure compliance.
• Ensure the grading in the Software Quality Assurance program is appropriately applied to software codes (i.e., defining the level of QA effort for each software-related activity). In this context the QA requirements could vary from commercial best practice to nuclear safety applications compliant with NQA-1.
• Ensure the validation basis is fully aligned with the software application in the safety analysis. The software requirements, Phenomena Identification and Ranking Table (PIRT) and validation plans are the vehicles used to accomplish this. This will ensure that the abovementioned requirements are properly flowed down and translated into the analysis software that is qualified to perform analysis for nuclear safety-related applications.
• Support development of documentation associated with RG 1.203, including but not limited to the PIRT, scaling analysis and code applicability reports.
• Provide the Xe-100 Team leads with frequent updates on progress and promptly communicate adverse findings.
• Support development of workflow outlines, to be documented in plans and provide direction to ensure the convergence of efforts of engineering team members, partners, and suppliers to ensure the successful delivery of high-quality engineering work products are on schedule and within budget as defined by the Project leadership.
• Assesses quality of information given and asks pertinent questions to stakeholders.
• Perform work in accordance with X-energy Quality Assurance procedures.
• Execute safety analysis and V&V assignments with clear and specified objectives; utilizes conventional specification and/or Interface Control Documents and plans.
• Maintain professional demeanor and behavior at all times in all forms of communication.
• Perform other duties as assigned by manager.

Job Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering (nuclear, chemical, mechanical, etc.) or related degree from an accredited institution.
• Level I: Typically, zero- two years of experience in an engineering role required.
• Level II: Typically, three years of experience in an engineering role required.
• Level III: Typically, five years of experience in an engineering role required.
  
  • 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.
  • 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.

Location: 9801 Washingtonian Boulevard, Gaithersburg, Maryland

Work Arrangement: 4 Days Onsite per Week

Hours: 8:00am-5:00pm, Mon-Fri

Travel Expectation: 10%

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.

Offers within the posted salary range are commensurate with the individual's qualifications for the position, along with a view on internal equity, market data, and room for growth. The salary range for this position is:
$85,000- $135,000 (level 1- III)

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.