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System Transients Methodology Engineer
15800 Northup Way Bellevue, WA 98008 US
Job Description
Position Description: Protingent Staffing has an exciting REMOTE contract System Transients Methodology Engineer opportunity.
Job Responsibilities:
- Perform code benchmarking and validation analyses to support code qualification and methodology development using RELAP5-3D.
- Maintain/Develop python tools to automate RELAP5 calculation submission.
- Develop methodology studies demonstrating foundational analysis of the reactor to aid in licensing of Natrium.
- Develop RELAP5-3D models for steady state and transient one-dimensional network hydraulic analyses.
- Perform calculations using first principles of heat transfer, fluid dynamics, and thermodynamics to support and validate analysis results.
- Perform analysis of plant wide transients for evaluation of operation narratives and design solution.
- B.S. + 5 years, M.S. + 3 years, or PhD + 1 years in nuclear, mechanical, or another related engineering/scientific field.
- Strong thermal-hydraulic analytical skills with one dimensional hydraulic network analysis, system codes experience and transient analysis.
- Experience (4+ years) with RELAP5 code.
- Experience with software development. (python preferred but not required)
- Experience with version control software (Git, Bitbucket).
- Familiarity with code V&V and associated regulatory requirements.
- Experience with scaling analysis as it pertains to RG 1.203 is a plus.
- Experience with nuclear power plant design or operations a plus.
- Knowledge of design approach under ASME Boiler Code Section III a plus.
- Experience with first-of-a-kind or high temperature nuclear reactor design projects is a plus.
- Strong technical writing skills.
- Effective communication skills.
- The successful candidate will possess a high degree of trust and integrity, communicate openly and display respect and a desire to foster teamwork.
- Contract
- Pay Rate Range: $60-90/h DOE
- ITAR obligations are associated with this role, U.S. citizenship, U.S. legal permanent resident status, or protected person status under 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a) (1), (3) is required.
Benefits Package: Protingent offers competitive salaries, insurance plan options (HDHP plan or POS plan), education/certification reimbursement, pre-tax commuter benefits, Paid Time Off (PTO), and an administered 401k plan.
About Protingent: Protingent is a niche provider of top Engineering and IT talent to Software, Electronics, Medical Device, Telecom, and Aerospace companies nationwide. Protingent exists to make a positive impact and contribution to the lives of others as well as our community by providing relevant, rewarding, and exciting work opportunities for our candidates.
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Jessica Dunkinson
I began working for Protingent in 2019. Our openings can really fluctuate with the needs of the market, and I especially enjoy working in niche and unique roles. My recruiting style is transparent and to the point and I strive to be as helpful as possible without wasting anyone’s time. I strive to help candidates achieve a fulfilling role, no matter their parameters, and my philosophy is “don’t make excuses, make improvements”. I love recruiting because every day is different; I get the opportunity to speak with a large variety of people while learning the tech industry. My favorite part of the job is being able to make a difference in an individual’s life and helping companies that are making a difference in the world.
I look forward to hearing from you. Jessica