Senior Mechanical Engineer (Stress Analysis)

Interested in helping us transform thermal and electric energy?

Become a part of the leading Generation-IV nuclear plant development team.

Terrestrial Energy is developing for near-term commercial operation, a zero-emissions cogeneration plant for global industry using its proprietary Integral Molten Salt Reactor (IMSR) fission technology in an innovative, small and modular plant design. The IMSR is a non-Light Water Reactor of the Generation IV class that operates at the high temperature required for broad industrial relevance with transformative economic potential. The IMSR plant is capable of grid-based electric power generation and industrial cogeneration in many energy-intensive industries, including petrochemical and chemical synthesis for hydrogen and ammonia production. The IMSR plant offers a near 50 percent improvement in efficiency of electric power generation compared to Light Water Reactor nuclear plants. Its industrial cogeneration capability delivers to today’s markets industrial competitiveness, security of energy, and zero-emissions industrial production. The IMSR plant’s use of existing industrial materials, components, and fuels supports its near-term deployment, setting the stage for a rapid global decarbonization of the primary energy system. To execute this plan, we are now looking to add talented people to the team, each of whom will:

• improve our team by adding diverse perspectives and innovative ways of problem solving
• have demonstrated exceptional results in engineering projects
• be a team player with the ability to collaborate closely and interact with other groups
• be flexible and adaptable to change
• have skillset and experience that relate to the following role:

The Senior Mechanical Engineer (Stress Analysis), under the direction of the Mechanical Engineering Manager, is primarily responsible for mechanical design analysis of reactor systems and components (using Finite Element Analysis (FEA) and analytical methods) through the Detailed Engineering phase. Responsibilities include:

• Prepare calculations and reports for reactor components (such as pressure vessels, supports, graphite core components, and other in-core components), including fatigue, creep, dynamic and static, linear and non-linear analysis as needed.
• Assess structural integrity of proposed designs and provide feedback to optimize mechanical design and performance using analysis results.
• Participate in design reviews and review design documents and calculations
• Communicate and work with various technical disciplines to understand interfacing system design(s) and interfacing requirements as well as system/component loading
• Conduct presentations to interdisciplinary teams and external parties
• Interface with external vendors, experts and design agencies
• Mentor junior and intermediate level engineers and analysts

Core Competencies

• Mechanical analysis using FEA and analytical methods
• Strong knowledge of solid mechanics and material science fundamentals
• Communication
• Critical Thinking, Problem Solving
• Decision Making 
• Leadership
• Planning and Organizing
• Teamwork & Collaboration 
• Flexible and adaptable
• Learning Agility

Requirements

• Post-secondary degree or diploma in Mechanical Engineering, Materials Engineering, Nuclear Engineering, or alternate degree in a related field  
• PE Certification
• Minimum 5 years of relevant work experience in mechanical and thermal stress analysis using FEA software
• Strong understanding of underlying solid mechanics and material science fundamentals
• Advanced knowledge of commercial FEA software including user programmable features (Experience with ANSYS Mechanical / APDL is preferred)
• Knowledge of computer programming (Python, C, Fortran, Matlab, C++, or other) for data pre/post processing or automation/customization of simulations in commercial software
• Experience with fatigue, creep, dynamic and static, linear and non-linear analyses  
• Demonstrated success in project delivery and the execution of mechanical design methods
• Strong problem identification and problem resolution skills
• Flexibility to adjust to shifting priorities and deadlines
• Willingness to adapt and learn new approaches and areas of expertise
• Strong communication (both written and verbal) skills
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and with teams on problems that are challenging to solve and requiring innovative solutions.
• Skilled at developing and maintaining strong relationships across all levels of the organization and with external customers and vendors

Assets

• Knowledge of nuclear and/or non-nuclear codes and standards including ASME Section III Division 1, Division 5, CSA N285.0 and ASME B31.1, CSA B51
• Experience with high temperature reactor applications and knowledge of ASME Section III Division 5 is strongly preferred
• Experience with the development of custom constitutive models and their implementation in FEA software, i.e. via user material subroutines or similar
• Experience running large-scale models using HPCs
• Graduate-level degree (Master’s or PhD) with an applicable specialization
• Industry experience designing systems and components
• Experience with analysis of non-metallic materials (particularly graphite core components)
• Working knowledge of the effects of radiation on materials
• Experience with pressure vessel design and registration process (TSSA, CNSC)
• Experience related to ASME Section III Appendix XXIII qualification in Design Reports

Benefits

• Extended Healthcare Plan (Medical, Disability, Dental & Vision), + an additional Health Spending Account

• A vacation policy designed to support your work-life balance

• EAP Programs available to you and your family

• Wellness Subsidy

• Annual Performance Review

• Paid United Way Volunteer Days – A chance to give back!

• Career development opportunities

Please submit a Resume and Cover Letter.

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in Canada without the need for sponsorship for employment visa status.

Terrestrial Energy requires that the successful candidate be able to access and use information subject to U.S. Export Control Laws, which mandate all citizenships (including dual citizenships) be from the U.S. Department of Energy’s List of Generally Authorized Countries (10 CFR Part 810 Appendix A and can be found here:
https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-10/chapter-III/part-810/appendix-Appendix%20A%20to%20Part%20810) unless a specific authorization from the U.S. Department of Energy is obtained or unless you are a U.S. citizen, U.S. national, U.S. permanent resident, or protected individual under the U.S. Immigration and Naturalization Act (8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)). Additional information can be found here: https://www.energy.gov/nnsa/10-cfr-part-810.

Terrestrial Energy is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Minority / Female / Disability / Gender Identity / Sexual Orientation / Age.  The Company encourages applications from all qualified individuals.

If you require accommodation during the application or interview process, please advise us as soon as possible so appropriate arrangements can be made. If you require technical support in a format that is accessible to you, please contact [email protected]