Talascend is currently seeking a Thermal Hydraulics Analyst for a remote, contract opportunity with our client.

Overview

The role involves supporting methodology development, analysis, and design efforts of reactor core for the sodium-cooled Natrium Reactor program, including maturing methodologies and performing analyses to evaluate the behavior of advanced energy systems under various conditions.

Responsibilities

Computational analysis of in-core steady-state thermal hydraulic phenomena
Perform code benchmarking and validation analyses to support code qualification and methodology development
Perform calculations using first principles of heat transfer, fluid dynamics, and thermodynamics to support and validate analysis results
Integrate with other engineering groups performing aspects of component, system, fuel, and control system analysis and related thermal-hydraulic testing
Support development of testing programs needed for reactor core & components

Qualifications

B.S, M.S. or Ph.D. in Mechanical, Nuclear, or other relevant technical Engineering area 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. degree

Requirements

6+ years’ experience in Nuclear Systems Thermal-Hydraulic behavior and analyses, experience in 1D modeling approach highly preferred
Demonstrated expertise with one or more CAD modeling tools; SolidWorks preferred
Demonstrated expertise with a modern CFD tool; STAR-CCM+
Knowledge and experience in analysis of nuclear reactor core subchannel analysis
Demonstrated ability to participate in a multi-disciplinary team of engineers
Experience with low Prandtl number heat transfer analysis a strong plus
Experience with Software Quality Assurance Program a strong plus
Creative thinker with demonstrated strong analytical/problem solving skills
Ability to work on multiple tasks concurrently during a given work week
Excellent writing and communication skills
The successful candidate will possess a high degree of trustworthiness and integrity, communicate openly and display respect and a desire to foster teamwork

We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those qualified individuals who closely meet the qualifications of this 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 for this position.

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