Safety Analysis Engineer VIE F/H

Electricite de France SA

  • Lynchburg, VA
  • 30+ days ago

    Highlights

    This role focuses on performing thermal-hydraulic safety analyses to support the design, licensing, and operation of pressurized water reactors (PWRs) or boiling water reactors (BWRs). You will work alongside experienced nuclear engineers and analysts to develop and apply accident simulation models, evaluate plant behavior under transient conditions, and support the safe deployment of nuclear fuel technologies.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationLynchburg, VA

    Description

    Safety Analysis Engineer VIE F/H (FRA-REC-2026-25660)

    Mise en ligne le 19/03/2026

    Principales caractéristiques de l'offre d'emploi Type de contrat : VIE Niveau de formation : BAC +4 / BAC +5 Expérience : Débutant Spécialité(s) : Ingénierie d'Etudes Pays / Région : Etats Unis Ville : Lynchburg

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    Description de l'offre

    About the Role:

    We are seeking a highly motivated Safety Analysis Engineer to join our Fuel Design team and contribute to the development of advanced nuclear safety evaluations. This role focuses on performing thermal-hydraulic safety analyses to support the design, licensing, and operation of pressurized water reactors (PWRs) or boiling water reactors (BWRs).

    You will work alongside experienced nuclear engineers and analysts to develop and apply accident simulation models, evaluate plant behavior under transient conditions, and support the safe deployment of nuclear fuel technologies.

    Key Responsibilities:

    Perform and document non-LOCA and LOCA accident analyses using Framatome's version of RELAP5 or similar thermal-hydraulic codes

    Support evaluations of plant and core design changes and their impact on safety margins

    Assist in the development and validation of analysis methodologies for new fuel products

    Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure accurate and timely delivery of safety analysis results

    Contribute to the automation and improvement of analysis tools and workflows

    Participate in the preparation of technical reports, presentations, and regulatory documentation

    Stay informed on nuclear safety regulations and industry best practices

    Profil souhaité

    Required:

    B.S. or M.S. in Nuclear Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field

    Familiarity with thermal-hydraulic principles and reactor system behavior

    Experience using RELAP or similar code (e.g., TRACE, RETRAN, CATHARE, etc.) to simulate reactor system behavior during postulated accidents.

    Proficiency working in Linux

    Proficiency in Python, MATLAB, or similar tools for data analysis and automation

    Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

    Ability to communicate technical concepts clearly and work effectively in a team environment

    Preferred:

    Experience with PWR or BWR systems

    Exposure to accident analysis methodologies and safety evaluation processes

    Familiarity with model development, validation, and uncertainty quantification

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