Experienced Nuclear Engineer and Physicist Nuclear

Naval Nuclear Laboratory (FMP); West Mifflin (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 96,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, Vision & Voluntary Ben

Disability, Life & Accident Insurance

401(k) Savings & Capital Accumulation

Time Off & Leave Programs

Tuition Assistance

Student Debt Benefit & PTO Sell

Employee Assistance Program

Wellness Program

Job summary

Naval Nuclear Laboratory is seeking a motivated, experienced engineer to perform plant analysis in support of the next nuclear-powered submarine design. This role offers exposure to cutting-edge nuclear technology while supporting the US Navy and shaping the next naval reactor plant design.

Key work items include analysis for design and procedure development, protective-feature development for margin improvements, and reactor plant model development for early design studies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or higher in a related field with 6+ years of relevant experience; or
• Master's with 4+ years; or
• Doctorate with 1+ year; or
• Senior Reactor Training/Refueling/Field Engineer at the Company.

Responsibilities

• Perform analysis to support component/system design and early procedure development.
• Develop protective features to improve operability, cost, and thermal margins for the next reactor design.
• Develop a reactor plant model to support early design studies.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Education

BS/MS/PhD in Nuclear, Mechanical Engineering or Physics

Tools

Python

C++

RELAP

Job description

Working at the Naval Nuclear Laboratory we foster pride in belonging to an organization whose culture is made up of these core values: Trust, Empowerment, and Collaboration. Our company promotes a positive culture while ensuring the safety and reliability of our nation's naval nuclear reactors, and training the Sailors who operate those reactors in the U.S. Navy's submarines and aircraft carrier Fleets.

Job Description

The Naval Nuclear Laboratory is looking for a highly motivated, experienced individual to perform plant analysis supporting the next nuclear-powered submarine design. This position provides the opportunity to join in on the cutting edge of nuclear technology while supporting the US Navy and impacting the next Naval reactor plant design.

Specific work items include:

• Analysis to support component/system design and early procedure development
• Development of protective features to improve operability, cost, and thermal performance margin for the next reactor design
• Development of a reactor plant model to support early design studies

Applicants should have good communication and writing skills, be dedicated to delivering high-quality technical work products, and have completed coursework in heat transfer, thermodynamics, and fluid flow. Prior coursework in nuclear is desired but not required as this position involves coursework and mentoring in nuclear engineering concepts.

Required Combination Of Knowledge And Skill

• Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university in a related engineering or science field and a minimum of 6 years of relevant experience; or
• Masters degree from an accredited college or university in a related engineering or science field and a minimum of 4 years of relevant experience; or
• Doctorate degree from an accredited college or university in a related engineering or science field and a minimum of 1 year of relevant experience; or
• Currently a Senior Reactor Training Engineer, Refueling Engineer, or Field (RPCO) Engineer at the Company.

Preferred Skills

• Familiarity with building and running analysis models and/or interpreting results
• BS or MS degree in Nuclear Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Physics
• Prior experience with Python, C++, and/or RELAP
• Prior experience in engineering design work

Compensation And Benefits

• Health, Dental, Vision & Voluntary Benefits
• Disability, Life & Accident Insurance
• 401(k) Savings program & Capital Accumulation Plan
• Personal & Medical Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave
• Flexible Work Schedules
• Tuition Assistance for Eligible Employees
• Student Debt Benefit Personal Time Off Sell Program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Wellness Program
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Pay Range

$95,700.00 - $149,600.00 annually

Salary information provided is a general guideline only. Annual salary is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

The Naval Nuclear Laboratory is operated for the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) by Fluor Marine Propulsion, LLC (FMP), a wholly owned subsidiary of Fluor Corporation. Naval Nuclear Laboratory personnel are FMP employees who work at four DOE facilities: Bettis Atomic Power Laboratory, Knolls Atomic Power Laboratory, Kenneth A. Kesselring Site, and Naval Reactors Facility, and at the U.S. Department of Defense-owned Nuclear Power Training Unit-Charleston. FMP employees also have an established presence at numerous shipyards and vendor locations. For nearly 70 years, the Naval Nuclear Laboratory has developed advanced nuclear propulsion technology, provided technical support, and trained world-class nuclear operators to ensure the safe and reliable operation of our nation's submarine and aircraft carrier Fleets. The Naval Nuclear Laboratory is a national asset solely dedicated to the Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program. We rely on the dedication and innovation of our nearly 8000 engineers, scientists, technicians, and support personnel.

All candidates must be U.S. citizens. Applicants selected will be subject to a Federal background investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified matter. FMP is a government contractor and maintains a drug free workplace and workforce. All candidates must be able to pass a drug test in compliance with FMP company policy and 10 CFR 707. Marijuana is a Federal Schedule I controlled substance and illegal under Federal Law. Therefore, FMP is required to test for marijuana.

Fluor Marine Propulsion, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vets. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, sex, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other criteria protected by federal, state, or local law.