Test Engineer, Structural & Vibration Testing

X-energy; Gaithersburg, Northern (MD, KY); Hybrid; USD 112,000 - 211,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with employer match

Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance

Life and Disability Insurance

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement/Professional Dev

Job summary

X-energy is seeking a Senior Test Engineering professional to plan, develop, and execute test activities for advanced reactor technologies in Gaithersburg, MD. The role coordinates with system engineers to plan testing, oversee hardware lifecycle, and document results across the organization.

The candidate should have a strong background in test planning and execution, hands-on hardware experience, and the ability to lead testing programs within strict QA/regulatory frameworks.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical, electrical, or nuclear engineering from an accredited institution.
• Level IV: typically ten years of experience in a test engineering role; Level V: typically fifteen years.
• A master's or PhD may substitute years of experience per policy; hands-on hardware development experience is required.

Responsibilities

• Help enact standard processes and best practices for technology maturation, test planning and execution.
• Coordinate with system engineers to assess risks, define testing needs and develop test plans & specifications.
• Oversee design, development, procurement, installation, testing and decommissioning of test facilities and hardware.
• Provide oversight of testing activities and ensure technical and programmatic completeness of tests.
• Supervise test setup, installation, commissioning and execution in person.
• Maintain professional demeanor in all communications and perform other duties as assigned.

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical, electrical, or nuclear engineering

Master's degree in engineering (in lieu of two years experience)

PhD in engineering (in lieu of three years experience)

Design of experiments

Test planning and execution

Leadership of testing programs

Structural and vibration testing

Tools

Test facilities/equipment

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**This role is responsible for the planning, development, and execution of test activities for the advanced reactor technologies. The role will coordinate with system engineers to identify required testing, plan the necessary test program(s), oversee the entire test hardware lifecycle including development, procurement, fabrication, installation, testing, and decommissioning, and document and communicate results throughout the organization.The role may work in a general office space (onsite/remotely via technology) and/or in a designated facility laboratory area. While performing the duties of this job, the employee must be able to talk, hear, walk, and move consistently throughout the day. May be subject to high temperatures, noises, and vibrations from generating equipment. May be subject to the handling of and exposure to hazardous chemicals. Must be able to push, pull, move, and/or lift a minimum of 25 pounds. May be required to work in cramped spaces.**Job Profile Tasks/Responsibilities*** Help enact standard processes and best practices associated with technology maturation, test planning and execution.* Work with system engineers to assess system risks, identify testing needs and requirements, develop test plans & specifications, and provide oversight of test activities.* Support planning, design and development of test facilities, equipment and infrastructure.* Engage with vendors to provide technical oversight of start-to-finish testing activities, from initial concept development through test execution.* Provide general oversight of internal and external testing activities to verify the technical and programmatic completeness of testing performed.* Provide in-person supervision of test setup, installation, commissioning and execution.* 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, electrical, or nuclear engineering or related degree from an accredited institution.* Level IV: Typically, ten years of experience in a test engineering role.* Level V: Typically, fifteen years of experience in a test engineering role.* 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.* Hands on experience with hardware development, testing and experimentation.* Demonstrated experience with design of experiment and test planning.**Preferred Skills:*** Demonstrated experience with structural and vibration testing* Expertise in different dynamic load sources; seismic, flow induced, mechanical, transport* Proven ability to lead full testing lifecycle; test requirements definition, concept development, planning, procurement and execution* Understanding of structural design and analysis* Experience working under strict quality assurance and regulatory frameworks**Location:** 9801 Washingtonian Blvd, Gaithersburg, MD**Work Site Expectations:** 4 days in office**Hours:**Standard office hours are 8:00am - 5:00pm ET, Monday - Friday**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:Level IV: $112,275 - $187,125 / Level V: $126,450-$210,750**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.