Thermal Hydraulics Analyst
Talascend is currently seeking a Thermal Hydraulics Analyst for a contract opportunity with our client in Bellevue, Washington.
Overview
The role involves supporting methodology development, analysis, and design efforts of reactor core for an advanced sodium-cooled energy reactor program. The analyst will perform computational thermal hydraulic analyses, participate in testing programs, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure the integrity and performance of reactor components and systems.
Responsibilities
- Conduct computational analysis of in-core steady-state thermal hydraulic phenomena
- Perform code benchmarking and validation analyses to support code qualification and methodology development
- Carry out calculations using first principles of heat transfer, fluid dynamics, and thermodynamics to support and validate analysis results
- Integrate with other engineering groups performing component, system, fuel, and control system analysis and related thermal-hydraulic testing
- Support the development of testing programs needed for reactor core and component evaluation
Qualifications
- B.S., M.S., or Ph.D. in Mechanical, Nuclear, or other relevant engineering from an accredited university
- Minimum of 10 years of experience in thermal hydraulic analysis with a B.S. degree, or 6+ years with an M.S., or 3+ years with a Ph.D., demonstrating the ability to produce high-quality work
- 6+ years’ experience in nuclear systems thermal-hydraulic behavior and analysis, with a preference for experience in 1D modeling approaches
- Demonstrated expertise with CAD modeling tools; SolidWorks preferred
- Proficiency with modern CFD tools; STAR-CCM+ preferred
- Knowledge and experience in analysis of nuclear reactor core subchannel behavior
- Ability to participate effectively in a multi-disciplinary engineering team
- Experience with low Prandtl number heat transfer analysis is a strong plus
- Experience with Software Quality Assurance programs is a strong plus
- Creative thinker with strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Ability to manage multiple tasks concurrently
- Excellent communication and writing skills
- High degree of trustworthiness, integrity, openness in communication, respect, and team-oriented mindset
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.