Nuclear Criticality Safety Engineer Position Available In Anderson, Tennessee

Job Description:

X-energy LLC conducts a thorough recruiting process and willnever issue offers without interview to discuss qualifications andresponsibilities. All applications will be submitted via ourcompany career page, www.x-energy.com/careers/ . We will never askyou to provide payment information as part of the recruitingprocess. If anyone claiming to represent X-energy directs you in amanner otherwise, please contact us at www.x-energy.com/contact-us. Job Description This role is responsible for providing technical capabilities inNuclear Criticality Safety (NCS) to ensure TRISO-X Fuel FabricationFacility fissile materials are processed, stored, and handledsafely to prevent an inadvertent nuclear criticality, and personneland the public/environment are protected in accordance with NuclearRegulatory Commission (NRC) requirements in 10 CFR 70. This rolewill transition from design/licensing support throughstart-up/commissioning to supporting day-to-day facilityoperations. Job Profile Tasks/Responsibilities Define the safety basis for fissile material operations byevaluating and analyzing equipment, processes, and procedures;implement and facilitate NCS programs and procedures; and monitorthe effectiveness of NCS items relied on for safety (IROFS),limits, controls, and barriers. Develop/review/revise NCS evaluations to demonstratesubcriticality for normal operations and process upsets of TRISO-Xfuel fabrication processes and TRISO-X Facility operations,including processes involved in producing TRISO fuel forms, qualitycontrol activities, recycling/recovery of process materials,managing effluents and waste materials, and conducting maintenanceactivities. Develop/review/revise calculations by executing NCS computercodes and models to support NCS evaluations. Participate in and/or facilitate Process Hazards Analysisactivities with multidiscipline teams to identify potentialcriticality, radiological, chemical, and fire/explosion hazards tosupport the Integrated Safety Analysis (ISA) process. Evaluate accident sequences to determine limits and controlsnecessary to demonstrate double contingency and perform ISA riskassessment to identify IROFS to ensure a criticality is highlyunlikely. Consult with and advise operations, maintenance, andengineering personnel on the NCS impacts of new or proposed changesto processes, procedures, and facility designs/modifications. Participate in design reviews. Conduct surveillances, inspections, walk-downs, investigations,and audits/assessments of fissile material operations, and unusualincidents to ensure compliance with approved procedures and safetybases. Develop/revise/deliver NCS training to operations, maintenance,and other personnel. Develop/revise NCS postings and operator aids to implementadministrative controls to ensure they are unambiguous, easilyunderstood, and readily achievable. Provide support to the emergency response team. Maintain professional demeanor and behavior at all times in allforms of communication. Perform other duties as assigned by manager. Job Profile Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in any STEM related field from anABET-accredited college or university. Typically, five plus years of experience in the nuclearcriticality safety field with preparing, reviewing, and/or revisingsafety basis evaluations that identify and document NCS limits andcontrols. Experience using SCALE, MCNP, or other NCS computer codes andmodels to demonstrate subcriticality. Ability to become qualified under a formal training andqualification program consistent with guidelines presented inANSI/ANS-8.26-2007, Criticality Safety Engineer Training andQualification Program. Working knowledge of relevant industry codes and standards fornuclear criticality safety in non-reactor facilities andoperations. Understanding and experience applying regulatoryrequirements, standards, and guidance.

Location:

151 Lafayette Drive, Suite 300,

Oak Ridge, TN Work Site Expectations:

5 days a week in office

Travel:

10%

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 publiclyadvertised job opportunity based upon the job requirements (e.g.education/training, experience, skill sets, etc.). Individualcandidates who meet the job requirements for the posted positionwill be offered a salary within this range based on theirrespective levels of education/training, experience, and otherqualifications unique to them. Salary ranges may vary based on thespecific office location and region referenced in the posting totake into consideration differences in cost of living and may notbe reflective of all regions. Please note that compensation rangeslisted for US job postings reflect base salary only and do notinclude benefits or other incentives. A reasonable estimate for this position at the level of experiencerequired is: $99,990 – $127,765 Position Job Classification Full time – Exempt Benefits X Energy, LLC offers a robust benefits package that includes a 401Kplan with an employer match, Medical/Dental /Vision Insurance, Lifeand Disability Insurance, Paid Time Off, and a TuitionReimbursement/Professional Development policy that supports thecontinuing education of our employees. An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants willreceive consideration for employment without regard to race, color,religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, nationalorigin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminatedagainst on the basis of disability. X Energy, LLC participates in E-Verify. Please visit the linksbelow for more information about E-Verify and the protection ofyour Right to Work.

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