Structural Analysis Engineer, Metallics

X-energy; Gaithersburg, Northern (MD, KY); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K match

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

X Energy, LLC is expanding its Structural Analysis team in Gaithersburg, Maryland. We seek engineers to design and develop mechanical systems, structures, and components for nuclear products, guiding them from concept through prototyping, testing, and commissioning.

You will perform structural analyses on reactor vessels, piping, internals, and high-temperature materials; apply FEA tools and hand calculations; document design bases and verification plans; and ensure compliance with industry

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or related field from an accredited institution.
• Level II–V requires 2–15 years of engineering experience, depending on level.
• Experience in structural analysis including hand calculations and FEA software.
• Familiarity with nuclear reactor components and safety-focused design.

Responsibilities

• Perform and assist structural analysis for reactor systems, including pressure vessels, piping, internals, fuel, and graphite components.
• Use FEA tools and hand calculations to assess stress, deformation, degradation, and lifetime performance.
• Develop concepts and support SSC design for nuclear products with a focus on safety.
• Coordinate requirements and codes with stakeholders and systems engineers.
• Plan analyses to verify SSCs meet technical specs and design requirements.
• Document design bases, calculations, and drawings per procedures.
• Develop V&V plans for analytical tools and support qualification.
• Ensure work complies with X-energy quality procedures and participate in design reviews.

Skills

Structural analysis

FEA software

Hand calculations

Nuclear structures

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering

Master's degree in engineering

Tools

ANSYS

ABAQUS

NASTRAN

FEMAP

PIPESTRESS

Job description

*X-energy LLC conducts a thorough recruiting process and will never issue offers without interview to discuss qualifications and responsibilities. All applications will be submitted via our company career page,* *. We will never ask you to provide payment information as part of the recruiting process. If anyone claiming to represent X-energy directs you in a manner otherwise, please contact us at* *.***Job Description**X-energy is growing our Structural Analysis team. We are looking for experienced engineers responsible for the engineering design and development of mechanical systems, structures, and components. This includes concept development, evaluation of concepts, analysis of systems, structures, and components for their ability to perform their intended function, and ensuring they meet all technical specifications and requirements. The role will ensure the development of the systems and components through production including any necessary prototyping, testing, and commissioning.**Job Profile Tasks/Responsibilities*** Perform and assist structural analysis for systems, structures, and components of X-energy developed reactors, including pressure vessels and piping, reactor internals, nuclear fuel, and high temperature materials such as graphite.* Use engineering tools, including finite element analysis (FEA) simulation software, hand calculations, and engineering judgment, to assess stress, deformation, degradation behavior, and lifetime mechanical performance of these nuclear reactor components.* Develop mechanical/physical concepts, design and support development of processes to create or identify structures, systems, and components (SSCs) for use in nuclear products or facilities with a focus on nuclear safety.* Identify, collect, and document applicable requirements, interfaces, design basis and criteria by coordinating with key stakeholders/systems engineers and support identifying applicable industry codes and standards and the direction of project leads and systems engineers.* Planning and performing the analysis required to assess aspects of the SSCs to ensure they can perform their intended functions and meet technical specifications and design requirements.* Perform computations utilizing hand calculations and analytical tools for structural, thermal, hydraulic, and other scoping calculations as required at the direction of project leads and systems engineers to ensure SSCs can meet technical requirements.* Support the assessment of SSCs for manufacturability as well as assembly and integration considerations at the direction of project leads.* Write and develop design documentation including design basis documents, technical reports, calculations, and drawings in accordance with applicable procedures.* Develop Verification and Validation (V&V) plans for analytical tools and support qualification of toolset.* Perform work in accordance with X-energy quality procedures for design and configuration management to ensure project quality requirements are met.* Provide independent reviews and acceptance reviews of engineering deliverables and data.* Maintain professional demeanor and behavior at all times in all forms of communication.* Perform other duties as assigned by manager.**Job Profile Minimum Qualifications*** Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, or related engineering discipline (e.g., nuclear aerospace, chemical, etc.) from an accredited institution required.* Level II: Typically, two years of experience in an engineering role required.* Level III: Typically, five years of experience in an engineering role required.* Level IV: Typically, ten years of experience in an engineering role required.* Level V: Typically, fifteen years of experience in an engineering role required* A master's degree in engineering or related field (may include a combination of experience obtained through an academic institution, e.g., design projects, research, or design teams, as well as professional experience) may be in lieu of two years of experience.* A Ph.D. in engineering or related field (may include a combination of experience obtained through an academic institution, e.g., design projects, research, or design teams, as well as professional experience) may be in lieu of three years of experience.* Previous experience at X-energy exceeding performance standards may be in lieu of years of experience.* Experience in Structural Analysis to include analytical experience with structural analysis hand calculations and structural FEA software programs (e.g., ANSYS, ABAQUS, NASTRAN, FEMAP, CAESAR, ROHR, LS-DYNA, PIPESTRESS).**Location:** 9801 Washingtonian Boulevard, Gaithersburg, Maryland**Work Site Expectations:** 4 days in office**Travel Expectations:** Up to 10% as needed**Hours:** 8:00am - 5:00pm, Mon-Fri**Compensation**As required by Maryland and other applicable state law, X Energy, LLC (X-energy) lists the expected compensation range for a publicly advertised job opportunity based upon the job requirements (e.g. education/training, experience, skill sets, etc.). Individual candidates who meet the job requirements for the posted position will be offered a salary within this range based on their respective levels of education/training, experience, and other qualifications unique to them. Salary ranges may vary based on the specific office location and region referenced in the posting to take into consideration differences in cost of living and may not be reflective of all regions. Please note that compensation ranges listed for US job postings reflect base salary only and do not include benefits or other incentives.Offers within the posted salary range are commensurate with the individual's qualifications for the position, along with a view on internal equity, market data, and room for growth. The salary range for this position is:Salary Range for Job Posting level II: $95,000 - $120,000 level III: $115,000 - $140,000 Level IV: $140,000 - $170,000**Position Job Classification**Full time - Exempt**Benefits**X Energy, LLC offers a robust benefits package that includes a 401K plan with an employer match, Medical/Dental /Vision Insurance, Life and Disability Insurance, Paid Time Off, and a Tuition Reimbursement/Professional Development policy that supports the continuing education of our employees.*An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.**X Energy, LLC participates in E-Verify. Please visit the links below for more information about E-Verify and the protection of your Right to Work.*Right To Work Link:E-Verify Participation Link:X-energy does not discriminate in employment against qualified individuals on the basis of a disability, and understands its obligation to make reasonable accommodation for individuals with physical or mental impairments that qualify as a disability under the ADA and ADAAA, unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the company. It is an applicant's or employee's responsibility to participate in this interactive process by seeking an accommodation, assisting X-energy in reviewing accommodation alternatives and providing medical certification of the need for an accommodation. Any applicant or employee who wishes to seek an accommodation under this policy should contact the Human Resources Department via email at [e-mail]. Whether a requested accommodation would create an undue hardship will be determined based on the facts of each particular case.