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NuScale Power · 6 hours ago

R&D Engineer 3

NuScale Power is a company focused on innovative energy solutions, and they are seeking an R&D Engineer 3 to develop process steam distribution and control systems for industrial applications. The role involves leading the development of steam systems, performing thermodynamic analysis, and acting as a technical liaison between various teams.

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Responsibilities

Leads the development of process steam systems for pressure/heat-augmentation, distribution and interfaces with industrial steam consumer facilities
Defines requirements and specifications. Identifies and proposes optimal solutions to meet customer requirements through technical analysis and cost/benefit trade-off analysis
Performs thermodynamic analysis of steam systems using modeling and simulation tools
Works on complex tasks in multiple and diverse areas. Stays current on latest technologies and processes relevant for process steam and industrial power applications
Defines the scope of work of interdisciplinary systems and acts as the technical liaison between the R&D team, procurement and external EPC and subcontractors
Performs other duties as assigned

Qualification

Steam systems experienceThermodynamic analysisHeat exchanger designMechanical engineeringProject managementPlanning/organizingDependabilityTeam buildingSafety cultureQuality assuranceProblem solvingOral/written communicationAdaptability

Required

A minimum of a M.S. degree in Mechanical Engineering, Applied Physics, Systems Engineering, Chemical Engineering from an ABET-accredited program
A minimum of 5 years of experience in steam and heat distribution system design or operation in the petrochemical and chemical industries
Steam systems experience is required
Ability to understand and communicate clearly using a phone, personal interaction, and computers
Ability to learn new job functions and comprehend and understand new concepts quickly and apply them accurately in a rapidly evolving environment
The employee frequently is required; to sit and stand; walk; bend, use hands to operate office equipment; and reach with hands and arms
Ability to travel nationally and locally using common forms of transportation
Eligible to work under Department of Energy 10 CFR Part 810

Preferred

Emphasis in steam systems analysis; professional engineer (P.E.)
Basic understanding of nuclear power generation
Experience with Heat Exchanger Design, Steam Valves, Safety System
System Integration, Mechanical Actuators, Valves, Control Systems, Safety Systems and Instrumentation
Experience preparing test procedures, and defining operating limits
Centrifugal compressors systems and anti-surge control mechanisms
Experience with I&C systems for steam generation, steam valves, safety systems and integration of closed-loop SCADA controlled systems and industrial processes
Experience supporting cross-functional teams including diverse engineering disciplines, operations, maintenance, planning, etc
Participation with industry standards associations or working groups
Demonstrated project management skills
Demonstrated understanding and implementation of quality assurance regulations, standards and guidelines of 10 CFR 50 Appendix B, 10 CFR 21, and NQA-1

Company

NuScale Power

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NuScale Power has developed a small modular reactor (SMR) to supply energy for electrical generation and other heat process applications.

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$1.07B
Key Investors
JGC Holdings CorporationUS Department of EnergyCMEA Capital
2025-10-09Post Ipo Secondary· $605M
2022-05-03IPO
2022-05-02Post Ipo Equity· $235M

Leadership Team

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Jose N. Reyes
Chief Technology Officer and Co-Founder
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