Core Structural Materials Engineering ManagerBellevue, WA, USATerraPower is a nuclear technology company based in Bellevue, Washington. At its core, the company is working to raise living standards globally through a more affordable, secure, and environmentally friendly form of nuclear energy along with innovations in medical isotopes to improve human health. In 2006, TerraPower originated with Bill Gates and a group of like-minded visionaries who evaluated the fundamental challenges to raising living standards around the world.
They recognized energy access was crucial to the health and economic well-being of communities and decided that the private sector needed to take action and create energy sources that would advance global energy deployment. TerraPower's mission is to be a world leader in new nuclear technologies, while developing innovators and future leaders in the nuclear field. As a result, the company's activities in the fields of nuclear energy and related sciences are yielding significant innovations in the safety and economics of nuclear power, hybrid energy and medical applications – all for significant human health benefits.TerraPower is seeking to hire highly motivated and forward-thinking professionals who are interested in focusing on advanced nuclear reactor research and development and influencing change within the nuclear power landscape and bringing forward the critical production of medical isotopes.
TerraPower is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.Core Structural Materials Engineering ManagerThe Natrium Core Structural Materials Engineering Manager reports directly to the Senior Manager, Core Material Qualification. This position is focused on managing the development and qualification of Natrium reactor core assembly materials, establishing a supply chain, and providing material performance data to the design organization.
In this role, you will manage a dedicated team of engineers developing material performance tools and performing analysis and testing activities in support of TerraPower's advanced nuclear reactor project. This position also supports the senior manager in project scheduling and reporting activities.ResponsibilitiesOversee the development and deployment of material performance models for metallic materials used to fabricate reactor core assembly componentsApprove material property datasets generated via Qualification of Existing Data per ASME NQA-1-2015Oversee materials test programs to validate models of material performance and ensure materials development and testing efforts meet programmatic objectives of the Natrium reactorProvide materials engineering support for the procurement of engineered components and systems including leading technical development of suppliers to increase the technology readiness level of key componentsOversee development, optimization, and qualification of new materials for sodium fast reactor applicationsCoordinate with the Fuel Development and Qualification, Fuel Fabrication and Core Design groups to develop fuel technologies supporting Natrium Kemmerer Unit 1 and future commercial reactor conceptsInform and support the licensing process for advanced reactor fuelWork with the Senior Manager and Project Management team to develop and maintain the schedule and budgetManage the Core Materials Qualification team to deliver project work within schedule and cost constraintsCommunicate the status of engineering progress to the team, stakeholders and managementAssure compliance to procedures, standards and regulatory criteriaEnsure that engineering work is performed with a high level of integrity through rigorous enforcement of work processes and technical reviews of team deliverablesDemonstrate visible, continuous leadership in the areas of safety and QualityEstablish and enforce procedures to ensure a safe working environmentImplement quality assurance policy and requirements for the projectInterface with regulators, stakeholders, and customers on materials engineering design issuesRecommend staff changes (new additions, replacements due to attrition, de-staffing) and work with Human Resources to manage approved staffing changesSupport the development of direct reports through mentoring, training, and challenging assignmentsKey Qualifications and Skills8+ years of related nuclear experience and a Bachelor's degree in a relevant engineering discipline from an accredited university; or 8 years and a Master's degree; or a PhD with 5 years experience; or equivalent experienceProven track record in successful management and leadership with 2 years of previous supervisory or mentoring experience or equivalent people leadership experienceA solid understanding of metallurgy including fabrication and thermomechanical processing of ferrous (e.g., ferritic-martensitic steels) and nonferrous (e.g., nickel-base, refractory) alloysAdvanced knowledge and experience in nuclear quality programs, design control, and configuration management principles, practices, and toolsExperience working in stringent quality systems (e.g., ISO-9001, AS9100) is required, experience working to ASME NQA-1, 10 CFR 50 Appendix B highly desiredA general understanding of the design of reactor plant and related systems and experience with sodium cooled fast reactors would be considered a plusSelf-starter and possess ability to perform both individually and as a team contributor; proven ability to direct small teams with minimal oversightA high degree of trust and integrity, able to communicate openly, and display respect and a desire to foster teamworkProven track record in planning, budgeting, and execution of testing or modeling activitiesEffective verbal and written communication skillsJob FunctionsMotor Abilities: Sitting for extended periods, bending/stooping, grasping/gripping, fine motor control (hands)Physical exertion and/or requirements: Minimal, with ability to safely lift up to 25 pounds.Repetitive work: ProlongedSpecial Senses: Visual and audio focused workWork Conditions: Stairs, typing/keyboard, standard and/or sitting working environment of >8 hours/dayTravel required 0-10%Salary Range: $168,316 - $252,475Job Type: Full-timeBenefitsCompetitive CompensationSalary, eligible to participate in discretionary short-term incentive paymentsComprehensive Medical and Wellness BenefitsParental Leave401k PlanGenerous Paid Time Off (PTO)Generous Holiday ScheduleRelocation AssistanceProfessional and Educational Support Opportunities