Nuclear Design Engineer II: Reactor & Analysis

X-Energy; Rockville (MD); On-site; USD 108,000 - 122,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K plan with employer match

Medical/Dental / Vision Insurance

Life and Disability Insurance

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement/Professional De…

Job summary

X Energy, LLC in Rockville, MD is seeking a nuclear engineer to perform design, analysis, and evaluation of reactor concepts and nuclear facilities, applying sound engineering principles and meeting project requirements.

You will lead cross-functional teams, conduct safety and multiphysics analyses, and contribute to design reviews and customer interfaces, with opportunities for professional development within a growing SMR program.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in nuclear engineering or related field.
• Experience in reactor core design or radiation shielding analysis.
• Familiarity with reactor multiphysics and transient analysis.
• Experience with nuclear materials or chemistry is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform design, analysis, and evaluation in assigned projects using sound engineering principles and adhering to business standards, practices, procedures, and product / program requirements.
• Collaborate in planning, scheduling, and organizing detailed phases of engineering work.
• Collaborate in the technical oversight and direction of internal or external design teams.
• Facilitate and assist in assessing customer needs and capture requirements and functions related to nuclear engineering.
• Lead reviews and presentations for internal company design reviews and customer design reviews.

Education

Bachelor's degree in nuclear engineering

Tools

Nuclear analysis software

Job description

X Energy, LLC in Rockville, MD is seeking a nuclear engineer to perform design, analysis, and evaluation of reactor concepts and nuclear facilities, applying sound engineering principles and meeting project requirements.

You will lead cross-functional teams, conduct safety and multiphysics analyses, and contribute to design reviews and customer interfaces, with opportunities for professional development within a growing SMR program.