Risk and Safety Analysis Lead Principal Engineer

Risk and Safety Analysis Lead Principal Engineer at TerraPower Risk and Safety Analysis Lead Principal Engineer at TerraPower in Bellevue, Washington Posted in 6 days ago.

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Full-Time Job Description:

Risk and Safety Analysis Lead Principal Engineer Risk and Safety Analysis Lead Principal Engineer Bellevue, Washington, USA Apply TerraPower is a nuclear technology company based in Bellevue, Washington. At its core, the company is working to raise living standards globally through a more affordable, secure, and environmentally friendly form of nuclear energy along with innovations in medical isotopes to improve human health. In 2006, TerraPower originated with Bill Gates and a group of like-minded visionaries who evaluated the fundamental challenges to raising living standards around the world. They recognized energy access was crucial to the health and economic well-being of communities and decided that the private sector needed to take action and create energy sources that would advance global energy deployment. TerraPowers mission is to be a world leader in new nuclear technologies, while developing innovators and future leaders in the nuclear field. As a result, the companys activities in the fields of nuclear energy and related sciences are yielding significant innovations in the safety and economics of nuclear power, hybrid energy and medical applications all for significant human health benefits. TerraPower is seeking to hire highly motivated and forward-thinking professionals who are interested in focusing on advanced nuclear reactor research and development and influencing change within the nuclear power landscape and bringing forward the critical production of medical isotopes. TerraPower is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. Risk and Safety Analysis Lead Principal Engineer The Risk and Safety Analysis Lead engineer is highly technical, hands-on role that requires in-depth understanding of the cross-functional needs between probabilistic risk analysis, deterministic safety analysis and their relationships to plant, system and component design to support the development and execution of new projects. In that context, the risk and safety analysis lead engineer is responsible for providing planning and technical guidance, performing work as necessary as well as managing complex interfaces across multiple groups including stakeholders external to Safety and Engineering Analysis. The Risk and Safety Analysis Lead engineer is also responsible for communicating technical and execution issues needing attention to Safety and Engineering Analysis and project leadership. The Risk and Safety Analysis Lead is also expected to interface regularly with Chief Engineers as part of project definition and execution. The Risk and Safety Analysis Lead Engineer cross-functional areas of responsibility include Probabilistic risk assessment and deterministic safety analysis Integration of risk and safety into plant and/or system design

Responsibilities:

More specifically, the Risk and Safety Analysis Lead engineer is responsible for Supporting the project leadership team with developing roadmaps, planning (baseline or recovery), short- and long-term strategies, decisions and issue resolution. Collaborating across cross-functional teams to ensure that the right analyses using the right inputs are performed to meet the needs of new projects (functional, performance, interface, safety, quality, etc.). Performing review to identify impacted released documents and/or in-progress activities in the areas of responsibility when participating to project definition and execution. Mentoring technical staff and junior managers to develop a proficient and efficient organization to support multiple projects. As assigned, the Risk and Safety Analysis Lead Engineer is expected to perform work in one or multiple areas of responsibilities. Key Qualifications and Skills B.S, M.S. or Ph.D. in mechanical, nuclear or other relevant engineering from an accredited university. Minimum 15 years of related experience with B.S. degree, or 12 years with M.S. degree, or 8 years with Ph.D. degree with a demonstrated ability to produce a high-quality work product. Demonstrated work experience with probabilistic risk assessment and safety analyses is required. Additional experience with their application to the development of new project is a plus. Good understanding of plant and system design and how they are informed by PRA and DSA. Experience interfacing with various engineering disciplines, cross-functional teams and other stakeholders. Knowledge of NEI-18-04 and its implementation for establishing the licensing basis of advanced reactors is a plus. Strong communication and conflict resolution skills. Creative, proactive, attentive to detail, and take ownership of problems and their resolution Demonstrated flexibility and learning attitude when responsibilities require involvement in new areas. Working experience using codes and standards as well as procedures. This includes experience working under a quality assurance program like

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Skilled in detailed oriented and timely reviews of engineering documents to ensure consistency, precision, and technical rigor. Ability to work multiple tasks concurrently with minimal direction. In-depth knowledge of sodium fast reactors and their safety case is a plus.

Job Functions:

Job Functions are physical actions and/or working conditions associated with the position. These functions may also constitute essential functions for the job which the employee must be able to fulfill, with or without accommodation. Information provided below is to help describe the job so that the applicant has a reasonable understanding of the job duties/expectations. An applicant's ability to perform and/or tolerate these actions and conditions will be discussed and workplace accommodations may be made on a case-by-case basis following an individualized assessment of the applicant and other considerations, including but not limited to any governing safety standards.

Motor Abilities:

Sitting for extended periods, bending/stooping, grasping/gripping, fine motor control (hands) Physical exertion and/or requirements: Minimal, with ability to safely lift up to 25 pounds.

Repetitive work:

Prolonged Special Senses:

Visual and audio focused work

Work Conditions:

Stairs, typing/keyboard, standard and/or sitting working environment of >8 hours/day Travel required 0-10% TerraPowers technology is controlled for export by various agencies of the U.S. Government. TerraPower must evaluate applicants who are foreign nationals (other than asylees, refugees, or lawful permanent residents) in accordance with U.S. Government export control requirements. To facilitate TerraPowers export control reviews, you will be asked as part of the application process to identify whether you are a U.S. Citizen or national, asylee, refugee, or lawful permanent resident of the United States. Government export authorization approval times vary. Based on the business needs for a particular position, TerraPower may not consider a foreign national from a country if it is impracticable to obtain timely Government export approval. Job details Salary Range Level 12: $168,316 - $252,475 Salary Range Level 13: $196,537 - $294,806 •Any salary offered within the posted salary band is based on market data and commensurate with the selected candidates qualifications and experience. This range is specific to Washington State.

Benefits:

Competitive Compensation Salary, eligible to participate in discretionary short-term incentive payments Comprehensive Medical and Wellness Benefits Medical Vision Dental Life and Disability Gender Affirmation Benefits Parental Leave 401k Plan Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) 21 days of annually accrued PTO Generous Holiday Schedule 10 paid holidays Relocation Assistance Professional and Educational Support Opportunities TerraPower Career and Benefits information: Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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Salary:

$168,316.00