Mechanical Engineer 2 (NSSS Systems Analysis)

NOTE: This position may be available for remote work within the contiguous United States if beyond a 30 mile radius of a physical NuScale office, with travel as required for business needs.

POSITION SUMMARY: Reporting to the Manager, NSSS Systems Analysis, theperson in this role applies technical knowledge, insight, reasoning, and decision making to performanalyses of the fluid systems within the NuScale Power Plant nuclear steam supply system (NSSS) to support advancement of the design. They will utilize astrong analytical backgroundin performing transient analyses in collaboration with the rest of the team.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Uses thermal-hydraulic software and engineering tools to perform analyses on the design and performance of NSSSsystems.
• Perform and check engineering evaluations in accordance with NuScale company procedures, by applying sound engineering thermal hydraulics and structural mechanics fundamentals, including familiarity with standard system analysis software (e.g. RELAP,ANSYS, GOTHIC).
• Prepare, check, and review calculations and reports in the field of flow-induced vibration.
• Interacts with co-workers and other disciplines to promote effective coordination of design activities and resolution of technicalproblems.Individuals should be interested in acquiring general knowledge of principles and practices of related fields in order tofunction on multi-disciplinaryteams.
• Possess strong written and oral communication skills.
• 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 sensitivesituations.
• Oral/written communication: Listens carefully and speaks clearly and professionally in all situations. Edits work for accuracy and clarity, is able tocreate, read and interpret complex written information. Ability to develop strong interpersonal networks within theorganization.
• Planning/organizing: Prioritizes and plans work activities, organizes personal and project timelines and deadlines, tracks project timelines and deadlines, and uses timeefficiently.
• Adaptability: Adapts to changes in the work environment, manages competing demands and is able todeal with frequent interruptions, changes, delays, or unexpectedevents.
• Dependability: Consistently on time and at work, responds to management expectations and solicits feedback to improveperformance.
• Team Building: Capable of developing strong interpersonal networks and trust within theorganization.
• Safety Culture: Adheres to the NuScale Safety culture and is expected to model safe behavior and influence peers to meet highstandards.
• 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 NQA-1.

MINIMUM SKILLS, QUALIFICATIONS AND ABILITIES:

• Education: A minimum of a B.S. degree in Engineering (preferably Mechanical)is required. A registered Engineer-in-Training (EIT) ispreferred.
• Experience: A minimum of 2years of full timeengineering experienceas a thermal-hydraulic engineer is required. Additional experience in the following areas is desired:
  • Analysis of system performance and transientoperations, including water hammer, high energy line break,steam generator heat transfer, compartment heating/pressurization
  • Use of software: RELAP, ANSYS (Mechanical and CFD), GOTHIC, plus normal officesoftware
  • Analysis of components for flow induced vibration mechanisms, as well as experience with vibration testing and dataanalysis
  • Computer programming skills (e.g. Python,Matlab)
• Industry Requirements: Eligible to work under Department of Energy 10 CFR Part810.

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, andcomputers.
• Ability to learn new job functions and comprehend and understand new concepts quickly and apply them accurately in a rapidly evolvingenvironment.
• The employee frequently is required; to sit and stand; walk; bend, use hands to operate office equipment; and reach with hands andarms.
• Ability to travel nationally and locally using common forms oftransportation.

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 $87,107 - $105,129 annually. The full pay range is $78,096 - $122,149 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