MCFR Transient Analysis Engineer

Talascend, LLC; United States; Remote; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking an MCFR Transient Analysis Engineer for a remote, long-term contract role. The position focuses on thermal-hydraulic assessments related to the Molten Chloride Reactor Experiment, requiring expertise in nuclear reactor dynamics and safety analysis methodologies, particularly for non-water-based systems. Ideal candidates will hold a relevant M.S. degree and possess 3-7 years of experience.

Benefits

Health and disability insurance

401(k)

Paid time off

Company-paid holidays

Qualifications

• 3-7 years experience in nuclear systems thermal-hydraulic analysis.
• Strong knowledge of reactor transient behavior.
• Experience with fast-spectrum or molten salt reactor designs preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform computational analysis of thermal-hydraulic transients.
• Develop and apply analysis methods for safety analysis.
• Collaborate with vendors for reactor simulator integration.

Skills

Proficiency with nuclear systems codes

Thermal hydraulics knowledge

Coupled nuclear kinetics

Transient analysis methods

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Education

M.S. in Mechanical, Nuclear, or Chemical Engineering

Tools

RELAP

SASSYS

GOTHIC

SAM

PRONGHORN

MELCORE

Job description

Talascend is currently seeking an MCFR Transient Analysis Engineer for a a long-term contract opportunity with our nuclear energy client. This position is 100% remote.

Overview
This role involves transient analysis for the Molten Chloride Reactor Experiment (MCFR), focusing on thermal-hydraulic assessments and safety basis support. The ideal candidate has expertise in nuclear reactor thermal-hydraulics, particularly non-water-based systems, with a strong understanding of coupled nuclear kinetics and transient analysis methods.

Responsibilities

• Perform computational analysis of thermal-hydraulic transients at the component and plant-wide levels to support safety analysis.
• Develop and apply analysis methods ranging from steady-state network hydraulic analysis to transient, three-dimensional component-level calculations.
• Collaborate with external vendors to integrate transient analysis into reactor simulators.

Requirements

• M.S. degree in Mechanical, Nuclear, or Chemical Engineering (or equivalent) with application to nuclear systems.
• 3-7 years of experience in nuclear systems thermal-hydraulic analysis and transient safety calculations.
• Proficiency with nuclear systems codes such as RELAP, SASSYS, GOTHIC, SAM, PRONGHORN, or MELCORE.
• Strong knowledge of nuclear systems fundamentals, including thermal hydraulics, neutronics, and reactor transient behavior.
• Demonstrated ability to work within a multidisciplinary engineering team.
• Preference will be given to candidates with experience working on fast-spectrum or molten salt reactor designs, familiarity with nuclear design and regulatory frameworks, and knowledge of risk-informed, performance-based guidance for Non-Light Water Reactors.

We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those qualified individuals who closely meet thequalifications of the position will be contacted. The details of the position are only a summary, otherduties may be assigned as necessary.

Background Check and Drug Screen may be required.

Pay range is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited toexperience and geographic location. Talascend also offers a variety of benefits including: health and disability insurance, 401(k),EAP, paid time off, and company-paid holidays. The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on dateof hire, plan requirements, schedule type, and client work site mandates.

Talascend is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race,religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, orveteran status.