TerraPower

The MCRE is planned to be built at the Idaho National Laboratory and as such requires authorization from the Department of Energy (DOE) to operate.. Work conjointly with the Idaho National Laboratory (INL) Operations department to identify INL Operators training needs, and support INL Operators training development.. Support the Instrumentation and Controls Lead with the development of the MCRE simulator.. 5+ years of commercial nuclear reactor operating experience, with Senior Reactor Operator qualification preferred (Test reactor experience may be acceptable); additional Shift Technical Advisor qualification preferred.. Strong understanding of the nuclear regulations, plant work control processes, configuration management principles, operational design philosophies, and integrated plant operations during normal and off-normal events.

operations engineer

TITLE: MCRE Operations Engineer LOCATION: Bellevue, WA, USA (allows remote) 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. MCRE Operations Engineer The Molten Chloride Reactor Experiment (MCRE) is slated to be the first liquid fueled fast spectrum reactor built and operated. The mission of the MCRE is to measure key reactor physics phenomena, test hypotheses about Molten Chloride Fast Reactors (MCFR) behavior, provide foundational knowledge, and reduce uncertainties to support the development of a commercial MCFR Demonstration Reactor (MCFR-D). The MCRE is planned to be built at the Idaho National Laboratory and as such requires authorization from the Department of Energy (DOE) to operate. The Operations Engineer will support the Operations Lead and interact with the entire MCRE design and testing teams to mature the operating and control strategy of the MCRE. This exciting position will ultimately lead to participating in this first-of-a-kind reactor startup, and support daily operations, sub-critical and critical experiments. The Operations Engineer will work as part of a high-performing team of engineers and scientists and will receive administrative and technical supervision from the Operations Lead. Responsibilities <ul><li> Assist the Experimental Campaign Lead in the development or review of the Experimental Campaign instrumentation and hardware design, specifications, testing and calibration requirements.</li><li> Work conjointly with the Idaho National Laboratory (INL) Operations department to identify INL Operators training needs, and support INL Operators training development.</li><li> Assist the Operations Lead in the review of the MCRE commissioning, operations, and test procedures.</li><li> Work with an interdisciplinary team of engineers to support the development of the MCRE operations narratives including the incorporation of the Separated Effect Tests (SETs), the Integrated Effect Test (IET) and the Mockup lessons-learned in the narratives. Such narratives will form the basis for the reactor operations procedures.</li><li> Support MCRE design reviews and resolution of cross-functional technical concerns as a Subject Matter Expert in commercial nuclear operations and maintenance.</li><li> Support the design of non-nuclear Mockup and MCRE Operator interfaces, including the design of the MCRE control room, HMI screens and components, and plant monitoring requirements.</li><li> Support the Systems Leads and Instrumentation and Control (IC) Lead in the development of the MCRE systems and plant integrated controls logic.</li><li> Assist the Operations and Assembly Leads in the development and review of the Mockup commissioning, operations, and test procedures.</li><li> Support the Instrumentation and Controls Lead with the development of the MCRE simulator.</li><li> On-site support of INL Operators during MCRE startup, daily operation, and experimental testing.</li><li> Act as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) in nuclear operations and maintenance for the MCFR team and ensure that nuclear operations and maintenance requirements over the lifecycle of a nuclear facility are taken into consideration in the design of a commercial MCFR. </li></ul>Key Qualifications And Skills <ul><li> B.S. degree in Nuclear, Mechanical, Electrical, or other relevant engineering discipline from an accredited university.</li><li> 5+ years of commercial nuclear reactor operating experience, with Senior Reactor Operator qualification preferred (Test reactor experience may be acceptable); additional Shift Technical Advisor qualification preferred.</li><li> High familiarity with commercial nuclear operations processes and procedures, engineering drawings, initial and continuous operations training.</li><li> Experience developing and/or approving nuclear plant operations and maintenance procedures is highly desired.</li><li> Experience in First-Of-A-Kind reactor operations and/or nuclear commissioning is desired but not required.</li><li> Strong understanding of the nuclear regulations, plant work control processes, configuration management principles, operational design philosophies, and integrated plant operations during normal and off-normal events.</li><li> Knowledge of the implementation requirements for and licensing basis criteria for nuclear work control, maintenance strategies, and operational programs is desired, but not required.</li><li> Knowledge of Risk Informed methodologies for integrated plant design or similar probabilistic methods in design, desired but not required.</li><li> Excellent technical writing, communication, and presentation skills, including periodic training development and presentation.</li><li> Attention to detail and aspiration for technical excellence.</li><li> Candidate must be a high potential, self-starter and possess ability to coordinate tasks between engineering disciplines with minimal direction.</li><li> Ability to handle projects that include many competing objectives and design constraints, with ability to resolve conflicts between objectives.</li><li> Ability to work on tasks that require a multi-disciplinary approach.</li><li> Experience working to quality standards on design activities, such as ASME NQA-1 or ISO 9001.</li><li> The successful candidate will possess a high degree of trust and integrity, communicate openly and display respect and a desire to foster teamwork.</li><li> Actual position starting level and title will be determined based on assessment of qualifications.</li><li> On-site arrangement is preferred, but remote work will be considered based on candidate assessment. </li></ul>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. <ul><li> Motor Abilities: Sitting and/or standing for extended periods, bending/stooping, grasping/gripping, fine motor control (hands)</li><li> Physical exertion and/or requirements: Minimal, with ability to safely lift up to 25 pounds</li><li> Repetitive work: Prolonged</li><li> Special Senses: Visual and audio focused work</li><li> Work Conditions: Stairs, typing/keyboard, standard and/or sitting working environment of >8 hrs./day</li><li> Travel required: 0-5% </li></ul>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. Please visit www.terrapower.com to apply Job details Job Type:Full-time Salary Range L11:$120,672 - $201,119 Salary Range L12:$163,702 - $226,119 <ul><li>Typically, our employee salaries are within .90 – 1.0 of the mid-point of the posted salary band.Any salary offered within the posted salary band is based on market data and commensurate with the selected individual’s qualifications and experience.This range is specific to Washington State. </li></ul>Benefits <ul><li> Competitive Compensation</li><li> Salary, eligible to participate in discretionary short-term incentive payments</li><li> Comprehensive Medical and Wellness Benefits Medical</li><li> Vision</li><li> Dental</li><li> Life</li><li> Life and Disability</li><li> Gender Affirmation Benefits</li><li> Parental Leave</li><li> 401k Plan</li><li> Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)</li><li> 21 days of annually accrued PTO</li><li> Generous Holiday Schedule</li><li> 10 paid holidays</li><li> Relocation Assistance</li><li> Professional and Educational Support Opportunities</li><li> Flexible Work Schedule</li><li>Typically, our employee salaries are within .90 – 1.0 of the mid-point of the posted salary band.Any salary offered within the posted salary band is based on market data and commensurate with the selected individual’s qualifications and experience.This range is specific to Washington State. </li></ul>TerraPower Career and Benefits information: https://www.terrapower.com/contact-us/careers/

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