Thermal-Hydraulic Training Simulation Engineer

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Job Description

This role is responsible for the Operator Training Simulator development by simulating the nuclear plant systems and components, including instrument & control systems, on an integrated software and hardware environment. This position performs simulator model development, simulator integration, simulator testing, simulator maintenance, and subcontract oversight. Experience specific to Thermal-Hydraulic Simulation is required.

 

Job Profile Tasks/Responsibilities

• Collaborate in planning, scheduling, and organization of detailed phases of engineering work.
• Collaborate in the technical oversight and direction of internal or external design teams.
• Facilitate and assist in the assessment of customer needs and captures requirements and functions of the electrical system for nuclear generating stations.
• Execute simulator assignments with clear and specified objectives; utilizes conventional specification and/or Interface Control Documents and plans.
• Recommend system design alterations and enhancements to improve quality of products and/or procedures from an assembly, transportation, construction, commissioning, operations, maintenance, and/or decommissioning perspective.
• Leads reviews and presentations for internal company design reviews and customer design reviews regarding simulator design.
• Organize engineering efforts in assigned areas between specialty and other engineering groups or disciplines, with the client, suppliers, contractors, or other groups as required.
• Develop/maintain plant simulation models.
• Develop the operator training simulator requirements.
• Conduct the operator training simulator verification and validation activities.
• Write simulator technical reports and testing reports.
• Review subcontractor technical reports and other deliverables.
• Maintain simulator hardware and software.
• Maintain simulator configuration control tools on GitLab.
• Maintain professional demeanor and behavior at all times in all forms of communication.
• Perform other duties as assigned by manager.

Job Profile Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical/nuclear/electrical engineering or related degree from an accredited institution.
• 15+ years’ experience in operator training simulator development.
• Proficient experience in thermal-hydraulic simulation.
• Excellent simulator software and hardware debugging capability.
• Excellent knowledge in nuclear power plant operations.
• Familiar with distributed control system.

Location: 5303 Spectrum Dr, Frederick MD

Work Schedule: 4 days a week in office 
Travel Expectations: Up to 5% as needed
Hours: 8:00am-5:00pm, Mon-Fri 

Compensation

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Offers within the posted salary range are commensurate with the individual’s qualifications for the position, along with a view on internal equity, market data, and room for growth. The salary range for this position is:

Level V: 146,450 to 157,500 / Level VI: 162,000 to 173,250

Position Job Classification

Full time - Exempt

Benefits 

X Energy, LLC offers a robust benefits package that includes a 401K plan with an employer match, Medical/Dental /Vision Insurance, Life and Disability Insurance, Paid Time Off, and a Tuition Reimbursement/Professional Development policy that supports the continuing education of our employees. 

An Equal Opportunity Employer.  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.   

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