Nuclear Fuel Engineering Consultant

-; Huntersville (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Structural Integrity Associates, Inc. seeks an experienced engineer specializing in nuclear fuel performance analysis. The role involves developing methodologies, performing calculations, and managing projects within a high-quality, collaborative environment focused on safety and innovation. Joining SIA means being part of a prestigious company committed to engineering excellence and a safer world.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Life Insurance and AD&D

Short-term and long-term disability

Health Savings Account with employer contribution

Flexible Spending Account for healthcare and dependent care

ID theft protection and credit monitoring

401k with employer match

Paid time off including vacation and parental leave

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in nuclear fuel performance analysis.
• Proficiency with core thermal hydraulics and safety analysis methods.
• Knowledge of nuclear plant licensing regulations and standards.

Responsibilities

• Develop evaluation methodologies for fuel performance and licensing activities.
• Perform engineering calculations using specific fuel performance codes.
• Manage project assignments ensuring high quality deliverables.

Skills

Nuclear fuel performance analysis

Project management

Communication

Decision making

Technical management

Education

BS degree in Nuclear Engineering or Mechanical Engineering

MS or PhD degree in Nuclear Engineering or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Finite Element Analysis software

PYTHON

FORTRAN

CASMO/SIMULATE physics and fuel management codes

Job description

Structural Integrity Associates, Inc. (SIA) is seeking a self-driven, high-energy individual with 5 or more years of experience in engineering analysis of nuclear fuels, including fuel performance evaluation of LWRs and Advanced Reactors under normal operations and accident conditions.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Develop evaluation methodologies in support of fuel performance and licensing activities for Advanced Reactors.
• Support continued development and maintenance of in-house computer codes for in-reactor fuel performance and spent fuel evaluation.
• Perform engineering calculations using SIA, EPRI, and INL fuel performance codes.
• Develop fuel performance modeling and simulation methodologies and conduct PCI related analyses for LWRs.
• Work with NRC regulations dealing with the frontend and the backend fuel cycle.
• Organize, execute, and manage project assignments, ensuring high quality deliverables.
• Generate proposals and efficiently manage projects.
• Participate in business development activities and grow client relationships.
• Support SI participation and visibility in industry conferences for Advanced Reactors and LWRs.

Required Skills & Competencies:

• 5+ years of experience in nuclear fuel performance analysis and related areas
• BS degree in Nuclear Engineering or Mechanical Engineering
• Knowledge and experience in the following areas:

• Fuel performance modeling and simulation
• Nuclear plant licensing regulations, guides, codes, and standards applicable to fuel analysis methods
• Technical and administrative management of small-scale projects within the fuel analysis area
• Presenting findings and recommendations to key management through reports and presentations
• Linux/Unix environments, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, and Microsoft PowerPoint

• Ability to integrate work across relevant areas, develop business and execute business plans, and effectively manage project resources
• Effective decision making, results delivery, team building, and the ability to stay current with relevant technology and innovation
• Strong ethics and interpersonal skills, communication, and the ability to effectively manage stress and engage in continuous learning

Desired Skills/Qualifications:

• MS or PhD degree in Nuclear Engineering or Mechanical Engineering
• Proficiency with 2-D and/or 3-D structural modeling of irradiated and/or spent nuclear fuel
• Experience with development of Advanced fuel concepts and/or Advanced Reactor fuel designs
• Proficiency with Finite Element Analysis software and modeling techniques
• Basic software programing language proficiency with PYTHON and/or FORTRAN
• Proficiency with CASMO/SIMULATE physics and fuel management codes
• Proficiency with core thermal hydraulics and/or safety analysis codes and methods

Structural Integrity Associates, Inc. (SIA) does not welcome third-party recruiters, employment agencies, headhunters, etc. Please do not reach out to SIA employees requesting a call, sit down, meeting, or email response.

Export Control Notice:
Certain positions at SIA may require access to information and technology which is subject to Export Administration Regulations 15 CFR 730-774, including those of the US Department of Energy (DOE) in 10 CFR 810 and Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) 10 CFR Part 110. Hiring decisions for such positions must comply with these regulations and may result in SIA limiting its consideration of foreign nationals who are citizens of countries that are not on the DOE's Generally Authorized Destinations List: https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-10/chapter-III/part-810/appendix-Appendix%20A%20to%20Part%20810.

About Us:
At Structural Integrity Associates, Inc. (SIA), employees are proud to be part of a company where contributions are valued. Join a team of internationally recognized experts in a culture based on knowledge, excellence, and respect for one another. Our employees are members of a distinct community of internationally respected professionals committed to quality, engineering innovation and a shared goal of building a safer world.

Why Work at SIA?
SIA offers a competitive salary and performance-based bonus program. Our retirement benefits include a Traditional 401k, Roth 401k, and an employer match. To help employees maintain a work-life balance, SIA also offers various paid time off including vacation, floating holidays, sick time, and parental leave.

Our employees also enjoy a comprehensive benefits program that includes the following:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life Insurance and AD&D
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Health Savings Account with employer contribution
• Flexible Spending Account for health care and dependent care
• ID theft protection and credit monitoring

Structural Integrity Associates, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.
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