X-energy · 2 months ago
Microreactor System Engineer IV
Rockville, MD
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$124K/yr - $206K/yr
10+ years expX-energy is a company focused on complex nuclear systems engineering. This role involves executing systems engineering processes to support the design and management of these systems, ensuring all components meet project requirements while providing guidance to junior team members.
Clean EnergyCleanTechEnergyNuclearRenewable Energy
Responsibilities
Lead the execution the core tasks and responsibilities listed in the Job Profile Task/Responsibilities section of this document, without close supervision and some latitude for independent judgment
Provide feedback and guidance to more junior team members with the execution of the core tasks and responsibilities listed in the Job Profile Task/Responsibilities section of this document
Lead small groups of engineers to solve complex technical problems and deliver high quality engineering work products on time and within budget
Apply systems thinking and take a holistic approach to solve problems, analyze and design systems, considering the interdependencies and interactions between various components
Lead and manage systems engineering lifecycle efforts surrounding: Stakeholder and operational analysis, Requirement identification, decomposition, and management, Functional decomposition and modeling, Logical system architecture development and modeling, Physical product definition, interface management, and change control, Design integration and testing, System verification and validation, Concept of operations development and modeling
Develop and maintain system behavior models using model-based systems engineering (MBSE) tools within established Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) frameworks
Lead the identification and monitoring of technical risks and the development of risk mitigation strategies
Support value engineering activities including cost analyses, economic feasibility assessments, and cost reduction opportunity identification
Write and review engineering documentation, reports, and communicate technical details and project progress to technical and non-technical stakeholders
Execute systems engineering processes within X-energy's quality management framework
Work across engineering disciplines to ensure effective integration of system components and subsystems
Perform work in accordance with X-energy quality assurance procedures to ensure engineering products meet required standards
Always maintain professional demeanor and behavior in all forms of communication
Perform other duties as assigned by manager
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in industrial and systems engineering, or other engineering related discipline from an ABET accredited institution required
Typically, ten years of experience in an engineering role
Experience with systems engineering software tools
Experience and/or knowledge in a minimum of one of the following areas: System Lifecycle Processes (ISO 15288) - Operational & Stakeholder Analysis - Requirements Management - System Design & Interface Management - Design Integration & Testing - Verification & Validation
Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) Tools and Methods & Product Lifecycle Management Systems - e.g. Teamcenter PLM, Cameo, Capella, Genesys, SysML, and DOORS
Preferred
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
A Ph.D. 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 three years of experience
Previous experience at X-energy exceeding performance standards may be in lieu of years of experience
Benefits
401K plan with an employer match
Medical/Dental /Vision Insurance
Life and Disability Insurance
Paid Time Off
Tuition Reimbursement/Professional Development policy
Company
X-energy
X-energy is a nuclear energy company that develops small modular nuclear reactors and nuclear fuels for clean energy generation.
501-1000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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2025 (1)
2024 (1)
2022 (2)
2020 (1)
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$1.71BKey Investors
Jane Street CapitalPittco ManagementDepartment for Energy Security & Net Zero
2025-11-24Series D· $700M
2025-03-05Private Equity· $22.8M
2024-10-16Series C· $700M
Leadership Team
J. Clay Sell
Chief Executive Officer
Robert Taylor
Vice President, Regulatory Affairs and Licensing
Recent News
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