System Transients Methodology Engineer, 100% REMOTE!
System One is seeking to contract with an experienced Methodology Engineer with a background in Thermal Hydraulics to support the performing/developing of methodology reports/ code assessments using RELAP5-3D code for both thermal-hydraulics plant-wide and component level transient analysis with application to our client's sodium-cooled reactor program. The second is assisting in the development and maintenance of automation tools used to perform RELAP5 calculations and postprocess results.
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.
Preferred Qualifications and Skills
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.
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