R&D Engineer 3

NuScale Power is a leader in innovative energy solutions, seeking an R&D Engineer 3 for the development of process steam distribution and control systems for industrial applications. The role involves leading the development of steam systems, performing thermodynamic analysis, and acting as a technical liaison between the R&D team and external partners.

Responsibilities:

• Leads the development of process steam systems for pressure/heat-augmentation, distribution and interfaces with industrial steam consumer facilities
• Defines requirements and specifications
• Identifies and proposes optimal solutions to meet customer requirements through technical analysis and cost/benefit trade-off analysis
• Performs thermodynamic analysis of steam systems using modeling and simulation tools
• Works on complex tasks in multiple and diverse areas
• Stays current on latest technologies and processes relevant for process steam and industrial power applications
• Defines the scope of work of interdisciplinary systems and acts as the technical liaison between the R&D team, procurement and external EPC and subcontractors
• Performs other duties as assigned

Requirements:

• A minimum of a M.S. degree in Mechanical Engineering, Applied Physics, Systems Engineering, Chemical Engineering from an ABET-accredited program
• A minimum of 5 years of experience in steam and heat distribution system design or operation in the petrochemical and chemical industries
• Steam systems experience is required
• Ability to understand and communicate clearly using a phone, personal interaction, and computers
• Ability to learn new job functions and comprehend and understand new concepts quickly and apply them accurately in a rapidly evolving environment
• Ability to travel nationally and locally using common forms of transportation
• Emphasis in steam systems analysis; professional engineer (P.E.)
• Basic understanding of nuclear power generation
• Experience with Heat Exchanger Design, Steam Valves, Safety System, System Integration, Mechanical Actuators, Valves, Control Systems, Safety Systems and Instrumentation
• Experience preparing test procedures, and defining operating limits
• Centrifugal compressors systems and anti-surge control mechanisms
• Experience with I&C systems for steam generation, steam valves, safety systems and integration of closed-loop SCADA controlled systems and industrial processes
• Experience supporting cross-functional teams including diverse engineering disciplines, operations, maintenance, planning, etc
• Participation with industry standards associations or working groups
• Demonstrated project management skills
• Demonstrated understanding and implementation of quality assurance regulations, standards and guidelines of 10 CFR 50 Appendix B, 10 CFR 21, and NQA-1