Principal Nuclear Design and Shielding Engineer
OVERVIEW:
This role involves radiation shielding design and analysis for advanced nuclear reactors, including floating nuclear power plants and MCFR fuel cycle facilities. The engineer will mentor nuclear design engineers and serve as an independent radiation transport subject matter expert.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Develop and analyze shielding models for nuclear systems.
- Calculate dose rates, energy deposition, and gas production rates.
- Perform materials activation analysis for non-fuel in-vessel components.
- Provide guidance on shielding strategies for novel nuclear applications.
- Support reactor design teams in understanding shielding requirements.
- Work within regulatory guidelines for nuclear reactor design.
POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
- B.S. degree in Nuclear Engineering or equivalent experience with 30+ years in the nuclear industry.
- Expertise in radiation shielding design for experimental reactors, molten salt reactors, or fuel cycle facilities.
- Proficiency in Attila, MCNP, SCALE, ORIGEN, and CAD tools (SolidWorks, SpaceClaim/ANSYS).
- Strong communication skills and ability to work in a regulatory environment.
- Experience with NQA-1 quality programs preferred.
- Fast reactor experience and software development skills for nuclear applications are a plus.
We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those qualified individuals who closely meet the qualifications of the position will be contacted. The details of the position are only a summary, other duties may be assigned as necessary.
Background Check and Drug Screen may be required.
Pay range is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location. Talascend also offers a variety of benefits including: health and disability insurance, 401(k), EAP, paid time off, and company-paid holidays. The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on date of hire, plan requirements, schedule type, and client work site mandates.
Talascend is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.