Mechanical Engineer 2 (NSSS Systems Analysis)

Location: Corvallis, Oregon, United States; remote work may be available within the contiguous United States for candidates located beyond a 30-mile radius of a physical NuScale office, with required business travel.

Target pay range: $87,107–$105,129 annually. Full pay range: $78,096–$122,149 annually.

Company

hirify.global develops nuclear power technology, including the hirify.global Plant nuclear steam supply system.

What you will do

• Perform thermal-hydraulic analyses of fluid systems and transient operations within the nuclear steam supply system.
• Use engineering software and tools to evaluate NSSS system design and performance.
• Prepare, check, and review engineering calculations and reports related to flow-induced vibration.
• Perform engineering evaluations using thermal-hydraulics and structural mechanics fundamentals in accordance with company procedures.
• Coordinate design activities with other disciplines and help resolve technical problems on multidisciplinary teams.
• Travel nationally and locally as required for business needs.

Requirements

• B.S. degree in Engineering, preferably Mechanical Engineering.
• At least 2 years of full-time engineering experience as a thermal-hydraulic engineer.
• Eligibility to work under Department of Energy 10 CFR Part 810.
• Experience analyzing system performance and transient operations, including water hammer, high-energy line break, steam generator heat transfer, and compartment heating or pressurization.
• Experience using RELAP, ANSYS Mechanical and CFD, GOTHIC, and standard office software.
• Experience analyzing components for flow-induced vibration mechanisms, including vibration testing and data analysis.
• Computer programming skills such as Python or Matlab.
• Strong written and oral communication, problem-solving, planning, adaptability, teamwork, and quality-assurance skills.
• Ability to understand and apply new concepts quickly, communicate clearly, work safely, and meet the physical requirements of the role, including sitting, standing, walking, bending, reaching, and using office equipment.

Nice to have

• Registered Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification.

Culture & Benefits

• Commitment to NuScale safety culture and safe behavior.
• Quality-assurance work aligned with 10 CFR 50 Appendix B, 10 CFR 21, and NQA-1 regulations, standards, and guidelines.
• Full-time employee compensation and benefits.
• Reasonable accommodations are available for individuals with disabilities.