Lead SMR Mechanical Engineer
Job Summary
The Lead SMR Mechanical Systems Engineer will drive engineering activities for the BWRX-300 Small Modular Reactor, specifically focusing on containment systems. This role involves developing system specifications, process diagrams, and ensuring project milestones are met through cross-functional collaboration. The position requires technical leadership to resolve complex issues and improve project execution within a regulated nuclear environment.
Responsibilities
- Manage Mechanical Nuclear Island Support Systems (MNISS) for BWRX-300.
- Develop and maintain P&IDs, system design descriptions, and technical specifications.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet project engineering milestones.
- Support licensing and regulatory compliance activities.
- Implement Six Sigma and Lean initiatives for continuous improvement.
Required Skills
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Nuclear Engineering.
- Minimum 5 years of engineering experience.
- Strong technical leadership and project management capabilities.
- Knowledge of nuclear regulatory standards (e.g., NQA-1, ISO 9000).
- Proficiency in Six Sigma methodologies.
Job Details
Essential Responsibilities:
- Responsible for Mechanical Nuclear Island Support Systems (MNISS) engineering activities that support the BWRX-300 Small Modular Reactor (SMR) design.
- Activities focus on the Containment System (T10), including containment function and associated fluid sub-systems.
- Develop and maintain the System Design Description, Process Flow Calculations/Diagrams, Piping & Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs), and other engineering deliverable documents associated with the system.
- Responsible for development of specifications/component data sheets for fluid system in-line components.
- Work with adjacent teams, disciplines, project management, and contractors to ensure high quality and on time deliverables in support of BWRX-300 engineering milestones.
- Provide support to the Licensing organization for regulatory related deliverables.
- Responsible for analysis and design work supporting requirements specifications.
- Improve areas of project execution and department management through Six Sigma methodology.
- Support development efforts for both new products and new technology.
- Responsible to undertake the necessary corrective and preventive actions resulting from Quality non-compliance monitoring and audit programs.
- Responsible for driving continuous improvement initiatives, such as Lean Action Work Outs (LAWO).
- Work on BWRX-300 technologies.
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical or Nuclear Engineering from an accredited university or college.
- Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in an Engineering role.
Desired Characteristics:
- Master's degree in engineering or technical discipline.
- Previous SRO license.
- Strong Leadership skills.
- Knowledge of working within a regulated environment (nuclear).
- Experience working with quality standards and systems (e.g., NQA-1, ISO 9000).
- Strong oral and written communication skills.
- Strong interpersonal skills.
- Demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve problems.
- Demonstrated ability to lead programs/projects.
- Strong customer mindset.
- Ability to work to tight deadlines and cope under pressure.
- Six Sigma training is preferred.
- Established project management skills.