NuScale Power, LLC Careers

NOTE:  This position is eligible for remote work within the contiguous United States if residence is further than 30 miles from a physical NuScale office.

POSITION SUMMARY:  Reporting to the Manager of Radiological Engineering, this position will specialize in the areas of source terms, normal and accident dose analysis, atmospheric dispersion modeling, particle transport, reactor analysis, and shielding analysis with a focus on pressurized light-water reactors and primary systems. This position requires self-motivated professional with experience working in a remote platform (webex, phone, email), with the necessary qualification to obtain US export controlled software through RSIC.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform engineering calculations and analysis using industry-standard methods and simulation tools (e.g., NRCDose, SCALE, RADTRAD, MCNP, and ADVANTG) with little to no supervision. 
• Develop resolutions to complex problems that require the frequent use of creativity and innovation.  
• Plan, organize, and perform innovative and complex engineering assignments on a team dedicated to the development of an engineering project; interpret scope and requirements of projects; develop alternatives.  
• Exercise judgment within broadly defined policies and practices using professional principles and company objectives to resolve complex issues. 
• Interact with internal peers and management on matters requiring coordination within the department and sector 
• Represent the department as a technical resource both inside and outside the department. 
• Mentor and train junior engineers. 
• Performs other duties as assigned. 

CORE COMPETENCIES: To perform the job successfully, the individual should demonstrate competencies in performing the essential functions of this position by performing satisfactorily in each of these competencies. 

• Problem solving: Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner, gathers and reviews information appropriately.  Uses own judgment and acts independently; seeks input from other team members as appropriate for complex or sensitive situations.  
• Oral/written communication: Listens carefully and speaks clearly and professionally in all situations. Edits work for accuracy and clarity, is able to create, read and interpret complex written information.  Ability to develop strong interpersonal networks within the organization. 
• Planning/organizing: Prioritizes and plans work activities, organizes personal and project timelines and deadlines, tracks project timelines and deadlines, and uses time efficiently.  
• Adaptability: Adapts to changes in the work environment, manages competing demands and is able to deal with frequent interruptions, changes, delays, or unexpected events. 
• Dependability: Consistently on time and at work, responds to management expectations and solicits feedback to improve performance. 
• Team Building: Capable of developing strong interpersonal networks and trust within the organization in the current in person and through remote communication tools. 
• Safety Culture: Adheres to the NuScale Safety culture and is expected to model safe behavior and influence peers to meet high standards. 
• Quality Assurance:  Commits to the understanding and implementation of quality assurance regulations, standards and guidelines of 10 CFR 50 Appendix B, 10 CFR 21, and ASME NQA-1. 

MINIMUM SKILLS, QUALIFICATIONS AND ABILITIES:

• Education/Certification: A minimum of a Bachelor's degree in nuclear engineering or radiological health physics from an ABET or ANSAC accredited college or university is required. An advanced degree is preferred. 
• Experience: A minimum of 5 years of full-time working experience in nuclear/radiological engineering or health physics is required.  Must have at least 2 years (either additional or concurrent) experience in PWR or BWR design analysis using radiological engineering software such as NRCDose, SCALE, RADTRAD, MCNP, and ADVANTG. 
• Industry Requirements: Eligible to work under Department of Energy 10 CFR Part 810.     

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• 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. 
• The employee frequently is required; to sit and stand; walk; bend, use hands to operate office equipment; and reach with hands and arms.   
• Ability to travel nationally and locally using common forms of transportation.  

Disclaimer: Employee(s) must perform the essential duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation efficiently and accurately without causing significant safety threat to self or others.  The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employee(s) assigned to this classification.  They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and/or skills required of all employees in this classification.

NuScale Power, LLC is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against otherwise qualified applicants on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, age, sex, marital status, national origin, disability or handicap, or veteran status.

Pay and Benefits: 

The target pay range for this position is $108,908 - $131,441 annually.  The full pay range is $97,642 - $152,722 annually.   

At NuScale, compensation decisions are determined using factors such as relevant job-related skills, full-time working experience, education and training, equity within the department. 

For information on employee benefits, please visit our Careers Overview page:  Employee Benefits | NuScale Power