Thermal-Structural Engineer for Microreactors

Protingent

Oak Brook (IL)

On-site

USD 85,000 - 215,000

Full time

14 days+
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Job summary

Protingent is seeking a Thermal Structural Engineer to support the design of advanced microreactor systems in Oak Brook, IL. This direct-hire role focuses on thermal and structural analyses using tools like ANSYS, COMSOL, and Abaqus, with collaboration across nuclear, mechanical, and licensing teams.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years of experience, a relevant engineering degree, and strong fundamentals in heat transfer and fluid mechanics.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in a relevant engineering field required.
  • 5+ years of engineering experience.
  • Strong background in heat transfer and fluid mechanics.
  • Experience with advanced simulation tools.
  • Ability to communicate technical results clearly.

Responsibilities

  • Perform thermal and structural analyses for microreactor systems.
  • Evaluate heat transfer, thermal stress, and fluids performance.
  • Use ANSYS, COMSOL, or Abaqus for simulations.
  • Support modeling and design optimization activities.
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.
  • Prepare calculations, reports, and presentations.
  • Ensure compliance with ASME codes and standards.
  • Lead analysis activities as experience grows.
  • Review design and participate in tests.

Skills

Heat transfer
Thermodynamics
Fluid mechanics
Structural analysis
ANSYS
COMSOL
Abaqus
MATLAB
Python
Nuclear experience

Education

Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering
Bachelor's in Nuclear Engineering
Master's degree preferred

Tools

ANSYS
COMSOL
Abaqus
MATLAB
Python

Job description

Protingent is seeking a Thermal Structural Engineer to support the design of advanced microreactor systems in Oak Brook, IL. This direct-hire role focuses on thermal and structural analyses using tools like ANSYS, COMSOL, and Abaqus, with collaboration across nuclear, mechanical, and licensing teams.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years of experience, a relevant engineering degree, and strong fundamentals in heat transfer and fluid mechanics.

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