Nuclear Safety Case Subject Matter Expert (SME)

System One; Bellevue (WA); Remote; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking an LMP PRA Safety Case SME to apply expertise in nuclear systems design and ensure safety compliance for advanced heat exchanger projects. This 9-month contract role emphasizes collaboration, licensing documentation, and advanced safety evaluations. Ideal candidates will possess extensive experience and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• 16+ years direct experience with proven nuclear systems design skills.
• Demonstrated expertise in advanced reactor development.
• Knowledge of sodium and/or salt system designs desired.

Responsibilities

• Support resolution of advanced heat exchanger safety concerns and ensure compliance.
• Lead deterministic hazard evaluations and assist in licensing documentation.
• Collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams to integrate safety into design.

Skills

Communication

Gestion de la complexité

Coordination d'efforts interfonctionnels

Education

B.S. or higher in Engineering

Job description

System One is seeking to hireaLMP PRA Safety Case SMEfor a 9-month contract opportunity, with a remote work model.

The LMP PRA Safety Case Subject Matter Expert (SME) is a position focused on the application of NEI 18-04, “Risk-Informed Performance-Based Technology Inclusive Guidance for on-Light Water Reactor Licensing Basis Development” Licensing Modernization Project (LMP) to the design and safety case of an advanced heat exchanger.

Responsibilities

• Safety Concern Resolution: Support the resolution of advanced heat exchanger and system interaction safety concerns as part of an integrated team, ensuring safety compliance.

• PRA Application: Apply Probabilistic Risk Assessment (PRA) knowledge through the LMP process to the design of the system and heat exchanger, ensuring risk-informed decision-making.

• ASME BPVC Expertise: Provide subject matter expertise in ASME BPVC to guide heat exchanger/system design and safety case evaluations.

• Deterministic Evaluation: Lead deterministic hazard evaluations to assess and mitigate potential risks in heat exchanger and system designs.

• Licensing Support: Assist in the preparation and submission of licensing documentation to regulators, ensuring alignment with safety and regulatory requirements.

• Integrated Design Team Contribution: Collaborate effectively with cross-disciplinary teams to integrate safety considerations into the design and development process.

• Topical Report Preparation: Develop and deliver a comprehensive topical report to the regulator, detailing safety analysis and resolution of identified issues.

• System and Design Validation: Ensure that all design aspects of the heat exchanger and supporting systems meet regulatory and safety standards through rigorous validation and evaluation.

Ideal Background

• B.S. or higher in a relevant Engineering discipline from an accredited university and 16+ years direct experience with proven nuclear systems design skills.

• Demonstrated expertise supporting advanced reactor development through LMP, PRA, HRA, etc.

• Knowledge of sodium and/or salt system and component designs highly desired.

• Excellent communication and complexity management/organization skills.

• Attention to detail and aspiration for excellence.

• Candidate must be a self-starter and possess ability to coordinate a cross-functional effort with minimal direction.

• Strong communication skills desired.

• The service provider will possess a high degree of trust and integrity, communicate openly and display respect, and a desire to foster teamwork.

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