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X-energy · 2 months ago

Process Engineer - Furnaces

TN - TRISO-X

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$116K/yr - $187K/yr

5+ years exp

X-energy is a company focused on innovative energy solutions, and they are seeking a Process Engineer to contribute to the design, installation, and operation of multiple process areas related to furnace operations. The role involves developing new processes, ensuring safety compliance, and troubleshooting manufacturing performance variances.

Clean EnergyCleanTechEnergyNuclearRenewable Energy

No H1B

Responsibilities

Perform engineering work related to the design, procurement, installation, and operation of multiple process areas, as assigned, including but not limited to: ADUN production, organic solution preparation, solution-gelation, solvent washing, particle drying, TRISO layer application, graphite matrix production, overcoating, fuel core pressing, green pebble pressing, compact pressing, shaping, heat treatment, quality control, industrial waste processing, radioactive waste processing, and uranium recovery

Develop specifications for process equipment and work with equipment suppliers to ensure critical design characteristics are met for equipment delivery

Work with subcontractors and suppliers to design, construct, deliver, and install process equipment

Conduct research to develop new and improved processes for manufacturing

Develop methods and procedures to process and handle chemicals and materials that are solid, liquid, and gaseous in safe and efficient manner

Design and plan equipment layout, particularly for new processes, new products, or new customers

Work with R&D team to translate lab-scale processes to pilot scale and production scale processes

Work with regulatory team to establish safety procedures for individuals working with dangerous chemicals, processes, or equipment

Work with regulatory team to establish appropriate safety controls in process areas

Work with regulatory team to ensure compliance with environmental and safety regulations

Provide support for waste permitting

Conduct tests and monitor process performance throughout production

Troubleshoot problems associated with manufacturing processes. Monitor variances from process controls. Provide recommendations and solutions to reduce or to eliminate variances

Continually update a master list of all chemical inputs, chemical outputs, and waste streams

Continually update a master list of all equipment in all process areas

Maintain professional demeanor and behavior at all times in all forms of communication

Perform other duties as assigned by manager

Qualification

Chemical EngineeringIndustrial Equipment DesignCAD ExperienceP&ID ExperienceProcess Equipment ProcurementSafety ComplianceResearchDevelopmentTroubleshootingCommunication SkillsTeam Collaboration

Required

Bachelor's degree in chemical engineering, nuclear engineering, material science, material science engineering, mechanical engineering, or another related field. A master's degree in engineering or related field (may include a combination of experience obtained through an academic institution, e.g., design projects, research, or design teams, as well as professional experience) may be in lieu of two years of experience

Typically, Level III - 5 years, Level IV - 10 years, Level V - 15 years or more of relevant work experience is preferred. Advanced degrees may be in lieu of some years of experience

CAD and P&ID experience are required

Experience with industrial equipment design, procurement, installation, and operation is required