NuScale Power

R&D Engineer 3 (Mechanical)

NuScale Power  •  $98k - $153k/yr  •  Corvallis, OR (Onsite)  •  6 days ago
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Job Description

NOTE: This position is available for remote work within the contiguous United States.

Reporting to the Innovation Manager, this position is for the development of process steam distribution and control systems for industrial applications, particularly for chemical and petrochemical plants. This role will leverage experience with gas-fired boilers, electrified boilers, heat exchangers, electric heaters, steam valves and steam control systems combined with analytical skills and ability to work in a multi-disciplinary and innovative team. Steam systems experience is required, basic understanding of nuclear power generation is preferred.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

  1. Leads the development of process steam systems for pressure/heat-augmentation, distribution and interfaces with industrial steam consumer facilities.
  2. Defines requirements and specifications. Identifies and proposes optimal solutions to meet customer requirements through technical analysis and cost/benefit trade-off analysis.
  3. Performs thermodynamic analysis of steam systems using modeling and simulation tools.
  4. Works on complex tasks in multiple and diverse areas. Stays current on latest technologies and processes relevant for process steam and industrial power applications.
  5. Defines the scope of work of interdisciplinary systems and acts as the technical liaison between the R&D team, procurement and external EPC and subcontractors.
  6. Performs other duties as assigned

CORE COMPETENCIES: To perform the job successfully, the individual should demonstrate competencies in performing the essential functions of this position by performing satisfactorily in each of these competencies.

  • Problem solving: Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner, gathers and reviews information appropriately. Uses own judgment and acts independently; seeks input from other team members as appropriate for complex or sensitive situations.
  • Oral/written communication: Listens carefully and speaks clearly and professionally in all situations. Edits work for accuracy and clarity, is able to create, read and interpret complex written information. Ability to develop strong interpersonal networks within the organization.
  • Planning/organizing: Prioritizes and plans work activities, organizes personal and project timelines and deadlines, tracks project timelines and deadlines, and uses time efficiently.
  • Adaptability: Adapts to changes in the work environment, manages competing demands and is able to deal with frequent interruptions, changes, delays, or unexpected events.
  • Dependability: Consistently on time and at work, responds to management expectations and solicits feedback to improve performance.
  • Team Building: Capable of developing strong interpersonal networks and trust within the organization.
  • Safety Culture: Adheres to the NuScale Safety culture and is expected to model safe behavior and influence peers to meet high standards.
  • Quality Assurance: Demonstrated understanding and implementation of quality assurance regulations, standards and guidelines of 10 CFR 50 Appendix B, 10 CFR 21, and NQA-1 preferred.

MINIMUM SKILLS, QUALIFICATIONS AND ABILITIES:

  • Education: A minimum of a M.S. degree in Mechanical Engineering, Applied Physics, Systems Engineering, Chemical Engineering from an ABET-accredited program. Preferred: Emphasis in steam systems analysis; professional engineer (P.E.).
  • Experience: A minimum of 5 years of experience in steam and heat distribution system design or operation in the petrochemical and chemical industries. Preferred experience includes:
    • Experience with Heat Exchanger Design, Steam Valves, Safety System
    • System Integration, Mechanical Actuators, Valves, Control Systems, Safety Systems and Instrumentation
    • Experience preparing test procedures, and defining operating limits
    • Centrifugal compressors systems and anti-surge control mechanisms
    • Experience with I&C systems for steam generation, steam valves, safety systems and integration of closed-loop SCADA controlled systems and industrial processes.
    • Experience supporting cross-functional teams including diverse engineering disciplines, operations, maintenance, planning, etc.
    • Participation with industry standards associations or working groups
    • Demonstrated project management skills
  • Industry Requirements: Eligible to work under Department of Energy 10 CFR Part 810.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

  • Ability to understand and communicate clearly using a phone, personal interaction, and computers.
  • Ability to learn new job functions and comprehend and understand new concepts quickly and apply them accurately in a rapidly evolving environment.
  • The employee frequently is required; to sit and stand; walk; bend, use hands to operate office equipment; and reach with hands and arms.
  • Ability to travel nationally and locally using common forms of transportation.

Disclaimer Employee(s) must perform the essential duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation efficiently and accurately without causing significant safety threat to self or others. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employee(s) assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and/or skills required of all employees in this classification.

NuScale Power, LLC is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against otherwise qualified applicants on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, age, sex, marital status, national origin, disability or handicap, or veteran status.

Pay and Benefits:

The target pay range for this position is $108,908 - $131,441 annually. The full pay range is $97,642 - $152,722 annually.

At NuScale, compensation decisions are determined using factors such as relevant job-related skills, full-time working experience, education and training, equity within the department.

For information on employee benefits, please visit our Careers Overview page: Employee Benefits | NuScale Power

NuScale Power

About NuScale Power

NuScale has designed a new kind of nuclear power plant that is smarter, safer, cleaner, and more cost competitive than the large gigawatt nuclear power plants of the past.

At the heart of the NuScale power plant is the NuScale Power Module™ (NPM), a small modular reactor (SMR) that brings together traditional components—the reactor vessel, steam generator, pressurizer, and containment—into a single, simplified, and fully factory-fabricated unit. Each NPM can produce 77 megawatts of electricity (MWe), and one NuScale plant can house up to 12 NPMs for a total of 924 MWe (gross). This scalability feature is unique to NuScale and allows for customization of facility output to match demand and project economics.

NuScale has achieved a paradigm shift in the level of safety of a nuclear power plant facility—safety comes first, second to none. NuScale’s Triple Crown for Nuclear Plant Safety™ design ensures that on loss of all electricity to the power station, an undesirable situation for other nuclear plant designs, each NPM will safely shut down and self-cool, indefinitely, with no need for operator or computer action, AC or DC power, or additional water. This capability is a first for commercial nuclear power.

Learn about NuScale’s work and our mission to improve the quality of life for all humankind by continuously improving nuclear power at www.nuscalepower.com

Industry
Energy & Utilities
Company Size
201-500 employees
Headquarters
Corvallis, OR
Year Founded
2007
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