Senior Nuclear Scientist
Denver, CO
Science – Chamber and Power Plant /
Full-Time /
On-site
Xcimer Energy leverages decades of research on Inertial Fusion Energy (IFE) combined with groundbreaking new laser architecture. Our mission is to deploy fusion power plants to meet global decarbonization goals as fast as possible. Xcimer has assembled a team of leaders in tough tech, fusion science, and manufacturing with a track record of rapid execution. Supported by leading investors, Xcimer is uniquely positioned to deliver limitless, clean, fusion power to combat climate change. Join us in powering a better world with inertial fusion!
We are seeking a Senior Nuclear Scientist to formulate and execute development roadmaps in the area of fusion nuclear science and fusion blanket R&D including simulations and experiments. You will Conduct and coordinate neutronics, materials radiation damage, thermal hydraulics, and tritium breeding and transport simulations to evaluate performance of breeding blanket components under fusion conditions. This is a rare opportunity to work on high-impact, cutting-edge technology that could redefine the future of energy. We are looking for our engineers to apply their technical expertise, problem solving skills, and dedication to quality to positively impact the future of energy!
Responsibilities
- Develop documentation describing analyses and calculations, and experimental plans and results.
- Coordinate work with materials scientists for structural material selection and design of corrosion resistant, tritium compatible, low-activation components, and for testing and qualification of candidate materials.
- Coordinate work with chamber interfaces such as chamber gas dynamics, flibe systems and fuel processing systems.
- Coordinate the work with external partners working in aspects related to fusion blanket development.
- Work closely with program manager and with the engineering team to include analyses and simulations and experimental R&D results into the chamber design effort.
- Participate in and coordinate collaborative team meetings with team members to report status and develop actions to push joint progress.
- Contributor to the development of supply chain and vendor strategy for the fusion chamber and blanket components.
- Contributor to project risk management for all aspects related to chamber and blanket design, including identification of risk mitigations approaches.
Qualifications
- PhD in Nuclear Science, Nuclear Engineering or Physics with a nuclear specialization.
- Minimum of eight (8) years of relevant technical experience demonstrating proficiency in analyses, simulations, experimental R&D and technology development for complex systems under extreme thermal and radiation loads, such as fusion breeding blankets and nuclear reactor components.
- Experience with nuclear analysis tools (such as MCNP), multi-physics software (such as COMSOL, ANSYS), reactor thermohydraulic codes (such as RELAP, MELCOR).
- Experience in experimental design and analysis with the explicit goal of driving to higher component and system technology readiness.
- Knowledge of CAD software (Solidworks, Siemens NX, etc.) and finite element analysis (FEA).
- Demonstrated ability to successfully achieve project goals, interface effectively with team members and stakeholders.
- Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team of engineers, scientists, technical staff and others (domestic and international).
- Ability to clearly express and critique ideas.
- Great communication and organizational skills.
- Strong problem-solving skills, ability to approach new problems with creativity.
- Must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.
Desired
- Experience in fusion chamber and blanket design and analysis.
- Familiarity with design codes, standards, and regulatory requirements.
- Experience in the commercial nuclear industry or fusion experimental facilities.
- Knowledge of tritium handling systems, coolant loop design, or heat exchanger technologies.
- Familiarity with additive manufacturing or advanced fabrication techniques.
- Project management skills.
- Analysis experience: high radiation environments, high heat flux components, molten salt systems, and/or specialty materials and steels.
$150,000 - $200,000 a year
Candidates may be considered for other positions at Xcimer Energy, and our actual base salary will be determined on an individual basis and may vary based on job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience. The range is published in accordance with Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act and California Equal Pay Act.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Xcimer Energy is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to attracting, retaining, and developing a highly qualified, diverse, and dedicated work force. Xcimer Energy hires and promotes people on the basis of their qualifications, performance, and abilities. We support the establishment and maintenance of a workplace that fosters trust, equality, and teamwork, in which all employees recognize and appreciate the diversity of individual team members. We provide all qualified applicants for employment and employees with equal opportunities for hire, promotion, and other terms and conditions of employment, regardless of their race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin/ethnicity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, and/or local law. Xcimer Energy will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For more information on “EEO Is the Law,” please see here and here.
Benefits
Benefits Employee Benefits include: Medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance, paid parental leave (must be employed at time of birth or adoption), short and long-term disability, 401(k) with a company match of up to 6%. Paid Time Off: 15 days per year based on weekly scheduled hours, 10 paid sick leave, and 13 company-paid holidays for all regular employees (including part-time), fixed-term, and interns. Equity will be granted to eligible employees. Equity is designed to allow employees to share in company results and success.
