Thermal-Hydraulic Training Simulation Engineer

X-Energy, LLC; Rockville (MD); On-site; USD 124,500 - 207,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with employer match

Medical/Dental/Vision insurance

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

X-Energy, LLC is seeking a qualified professional for the Operator Training Simulator development role. You will be responsible for simulating nuclear plant systems, leading engineering teams, and conducting verification and validation activities.

The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, nuclear, or electrical engineering with over 20 years of experience in simulator development. This position offers an office-based schedule with a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 20+ years of experience in operator training simulator development.
• Excellent simulator software and hardware debugging capability.
• Extensive knowledge of nuclear power plant operations.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate in planning and organization of engineering work.
• Provide technical oversight for design teams.
• Assist in assessing customer needs for electrical systems.

Skills

Thermal-hydraulic simulation

Simulator software debugging

Knowledge of nuclear power plant operations

Familiarity with distributed control systems

Education

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

Job description

Job Description

This role is responsible for the Operator Training Simulator development by simulating the nuclear plant systems and components, including instrument & control systems, within an integrated software and hardware environment. The position performs simulator model development, integration, testing, maintenance, and subcontract oversight.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate in planning, scheduling, and organization of detailed phases of engineering work.
• Provide technical oversight and direction of internal or external design teams.
• Assist in assessing customer needs and capturing requirements for electrical systems of nuclear generating stations.
• Execute simulator assignments with clear objectives and utilize specification or Interface Control Documents and plans.
• Recommend system design alterations and enhancements to improve quality of products and procedures across all lifecycle phases.
• Lead reviews and presentations for internal and customer design reviews regarding simulator design.
• Organize engineering efforts between specialty engineering groups, suppliers, contractors, and other stakeholders.
• Develop and maintain plant simulation models and operator training simulator requirements.
• Conduct verification and validation activities for the operator training simulator.
• Write simulator technical and testing reports.
• Review subcontractor technical reports and other deliverables.
• Maintain simulator hardware and software, and maintain configuration control tools on GitLab.
• Maintain professional demeanor and behavior in all communication.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the manager.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, nuclear, electrical engineering or related field from an accredited institution.
• 20+ years of experience in operator training simulator development.
• Proficient experience in thermal‑hydraulic simulation.
• Excellent simulator software and hardware debugging capability.
• Extensive knowledge of nuclear power plant operations.
• Familiarity with distributed control systems.

Location & Schedule

Location: 5303 Spectrum Dr, Frederick, MD

Work Schedule: 4 days a week in office, 8:00am–5:00pm, Monday–Friday. Travel up to 5% as needed.

Compensation

Salary range: $124,500 – $207,500 (base salary only; benefits and additional compensation not included).

Benefits

401(k) plan with employer match; Medical/Dental/Vision insurance; Life and Disability insurance; Paid Time Off; Tuition Reimbursement and Professional Development support.

Equal Opportunity & E‑Verify

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.