Liquid Metals Systems Engineer – Nuclear Micro-Reactor

Zap Energy; Everett (WA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Zap Energy is seeking a Liquid Metals Engineer for the Zap Micro Reactor program. The candidate will lead product teams in developing innovative solutions for liquid-metal-cooled fission reactors. Key responsibilities include managing the full lifecycle of systems, collaborating across teams, and ensuring safety standards. Qualifications include a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, hands-on experience, and proficiency in software like SolidWorks and LabVIEW. The position offers an estimated salary range of $130,000–190,000 annually, based in Everett, Washington.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an ABET-accredited program.
• At least 2 years in design and analysis of testing equipment.
• Hands-on fabrication experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead development efforts within an NQA-1 program.
• Own the full lifecycle of liquid metal systems.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure design safety.

Skills

Design

Problem-solving

Communication

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Nuclear, or Chemical Engineering

Tools

LabVIEW

SolidWorks

ANSYS

COMSOL

Python

Job description

Zap Energy is seeking a Liquid Metals Engineer for the Zap Micro Reactor program. The candidate will lead product teams in developing innovative solutions for liquid-metal-cooled fission reactors. Key responsibilities include managing the full lifecycle of systems, collaborating across teams, and ensuring safety standards. Qualifications include a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, hands-on experience, and proficiency in software like SolidWorks and LabVIEW. The position offers an estimated salary range of $130,000–190,000 annually, based in Everett, Washington.