Senior Process Engineer, Nuclear Fuel Manufacturing

TRISO-X; Oak Ridge (TN); On-site; USD 185,000 - 215,000; Full time

Job summary

X Energy, LLC in Oak Ridge, TN is seeking a senior chemical/nuclear process engineer to design, install, and operate multiple production areas. You will develop equipment specifications, work with suppliers and regulators, translate lab-scale processes to pilot and production scales, and ensure safety and environmental compliance across all activities.

The role requires extensive experience in powder processing, graphite materials, and nuclear fuel production, with a focus on process

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a chemical/nuclear/materials/mechanical engineering or related field.
• CAD and P&ID experience are required.
• Experience with industrial equipment design, procurement, installation, and operation is required.

Responsibilities

• Perform design, procurement, installation, and operation of multiple process areas.
• Develop specifications for process equipment and coordinate with suppliers.
• Collaborate with subcontractors to install process equipment.
• Conduct research to develop new processes and improve manufacturing.

Skills

Process design

Safety compliance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering, nuclear engineering, material science, or related field

Tools

CAD

P&ID

Job description

X Energy, LLC in Oak Ridge, TN is seeking a senior chemical/nuclear process engineer to design, install, and operate multiple production areas. You will develop equipment specifications, work with suppliers and regulators, translate lab-scale processes to pilot and production scales, and ensure safety and environmental compliance across all activities.

The role requires extensive experience in powder processing, graphite materials, and nuclear fuel production, with a focus on process