X-energy Careers

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About X-Energy

X-energy is an entrepreneurial Gen IV nuclear power plant and fuel design company that recently signed an award winning $2,500,000,000.00/ 7 year agreement with the US Department of Energy to complete the design, licensing and construction of its compellingly safe and revolutionary design.  We are aggressively staffing up with the world's most ambitious and devoted talent who share our vision of providing carbon-free, safe energy to prevent destructive global warming.  This is a once in a lifetime opportunity to work for a company intent upon dominating the free market by compelling its selection as the premier nuclear energy power plant of choice around the world for the 21st Century! 

• I&C design for process systems (controls, instrumentation, data collection, electro-mechanical, automation & robotics, connectivity).
• Provide ownership, responsibility, and accountability over technical scope involving the coordination of multiple individual contributors working in a specific area, for multiple stakeholders.    
• Work with system and mechanical engineers, designers, and analysts on development of detailed design.
• Support mechanical engineers in developing process flow diagrams, and piping and instrumentation diagrams.
• Interface with Architectural and Engineering firms, as needed, to support development/implementation of I&C system(s).
• Functional Requirement and procurement specifications for instrumentation and control systems.
• Process instrumentation design, specification, and procurement oversight.
• Control Systems for pumps, valves, heat exchangers, and more to improve the functionality of the client’s plant.
• Develop control logic narratives, control logic diagrams, and control logic schematic diagrams.
• Develop panel wiring and interconnect cabling diagrams.
• Create or oversee the development of human machine interface (HMI) screens. 
• Develop specifications for Programmable Logic Control (PLC) or Distributed Control systems (DCS) and components and instrumentation. Develop control logic code and implementation on PLCs/DCS.
• Author I&C system hardware descriptions including requirements, functional specifications, and I&C system architecture descriptions.
• Develops troubleshooting plans and failure mode analysis documents to support design reviews.
• Author factory acceptance test procedures.
• Write guidance for instrument checking, calibration, and testing.
• Develop instrument check, calibration, and testing program.
• Participate in system Process Hazards Analysis.
• Directly interfaces with other workgroups (e.g., System Engineering, Operations, Maintenance, Radiation Protection, Cyber Security).
• Assists relevant teams in resolving I&C design issues.
• Provide guidance, as a mentor, in the development of less experienced instrumentation and controls design engineers.
• Lead reviews and presentations for internal company design reviews and customer design reviews regarding I&C design.
• Preparation and review of design change packages and design calculations (e.g., load flow, short circuit, protective device coordination, etc.) in accordance with company policies and procedures.
• Assist Project management leadership in developing detailed schedules and resolving planning issues for I&C design activities.
• Maintain professional demeanor and behavior at all times in all forms of communication.
• Perform other duties as assigned by manager.

• Bachelor’s degree in nuclear engineering, controls engineering, instrumentation, electrical engineering, electronic engineering, or electrical computer engineering, or related discipline from an accredited university or college.
• Typically, five years of experience in an engineering role required.
• A master’s degree in engineering or related field (may include a combination of experience obtained through an academic institution, e.g., design projects, research, or design teams, as well as professional experience) may be in lieu of two years of experience.
• A Ph.D. in engineering or related field (may include a combination of experience obtained through an academic institution, e.g., design projects, research, or design teams, as well as professional experience) may be in lieu of three years of experience.
• Previous experience at X-energy exceeding performance standards may be in lieu of years of experience. 
• Experience in application or development of software codes or standards.
• Knowledge or experience in software engineering, software development, or utilization of a software development toolset.

 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.

Location: Rockville, MD.
Status: Full-time, Exempt 
Hours: 8:00am-5:00pm, Mon-Fri 


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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