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BOOZ, ALLEN & HAMILTON, INC.

$62K - $141K/yr

Risk Assessment Analyst The Opportunity: Cyber threats are everywhere, and the constantly evolving ... You'll get technical and personnel details from SMEs and engineers to assess the entire threat ...

X Energy LLC

Engineer IV, Safety Analysis & V&V

Rockville, MD · On-site +1

$79K - $104K/yr

The Safety Analysis Engineer performs and oversees thermo-hydraulic safety analysis work supporting ... Support probabilistic risk assessment (PRA) activities by providing deterministic thermo-hydraulic ...

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What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Probabilistic Risk Assessment Engineer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Probabilistic Risk Assessment Engineer, you need a solid background in mathematics, statistics, and engineering principles, generally supported by a degree in engineering or a related field. Familiarity with specialized software such as SAPHIRE, RiskSpectrum, or CAFTA, as well as industry-specific standards and certifications like ASME or NRC guidelines, is typically required. Strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, and effective communication skills are essential for interpreting complex data and presenting findings to diverse stakeholders. These skills and qualifications are crucial for accurately assessing risks, ensuring regulatory compliance, and supporting the safety and reliability of critical systems.

What is a Probabilistic Risk Assessment Engineer?

A Probabilistic Risk Assessment (PRA) Engineer is a professional who evaluates the likelihood and potential consequences of risks in complex systems, often in industries such as nuclear power, aerospace, or chemical processing. They use quantitative methods and statistical models to analyze possible failure scenarios and their impacts, helping organizations make informed decisions about safety and reliability. PRA Engineers play a crucial role in identifying vulnerabilities, recommending risk mitigation strategies, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. Their work helps minimize the chances of catastrophic failures and improves overall system safety.

How does a Probabilistic Risk Assessment Engineer typically collaborate with other engineering and safety teams during a project?

Probabilistic Risk Assessment Engineers frequently work in multidisciplinary teams, collaborating closely with safety engineers, systems engineers, and project managers to analyze and mitigate potential risks. They provide quantitative risk assessments that inform design decisions, operational procedures, and regulatory compliance efforts. Regular meetings and data-sharing sessions are common, ensuring that risk insights are integrated throughout the project lifecycle. This collaborative environment enables effective communication of complex risk scenarios and fosters a culture of safety and continuous improvement.

What is the difference between Probabilistic Risk Assessment Engineer vs Fault Tree Analyst?

AspectProbabilistic Risk Assessment EngineerFault Tree Analyst
CredentialsEngineering degree, certifications in risk analysis or reliabilityEngineering or technical background, certifications in fault tree analysis
Work EnvironmentIndustry settings like energy, aerospace, nuclear; risk modelingSafety analysis teams, engineering departments; fault tree development
Employer & Industry UsageUsed by utilities, aerospace, nuclear plants for risk assessmentUsed in safety engineering, accident prevention, reliability studies

Both roles focus on safety and risk analysis but differ in scope. Probabilistic Risk Assessment Engineers develop comprehensive models to quantify risks, while Fault Tree Analysts focus specifically on fault tree development to identify failure pathways. The roles often collaborate but serve distinct functions within safety and reliability teams.

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Engineer V, Risk Informed Safety Analysis

X Energy LLC

Rockville, MD • On-site, Remote

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 22 days ago

Job description

X-energy LLC conducts a thorough recruiting process and will never issue offers without interview to discuss qualifications and responsibilities. All applications will be submitted via our company career page, www.x-energy.com/careers/. We will never ask you to provide payment information as part of the recruiting process. If anyone claiming to represent X-energy directs you in a manner otherwise, please contact us at www.x-energy.com/contact-us.
Job Description
This role is responsible for performing safety analysis and/or probabilistic risk assessments (PRA) in accordance with the appropriate industry standards and guidance, authoring and reviewing safety analysis/PRA-related documents, and providing results and insights to the design of X-energy technologies. This role will use software to create and maintain models that represent the design of X-energy projects and technologies. They will also produce and review calculation documents that support and control the PRA or safety analysis model files, use models, and apply them to a range of applications to support the design and future operation of X-energy projects and technologies.
Job Profile Tasks/Responsibilities
  • Perform various safety analyses in one or more of the following areas:
    • Probabilistic Risk Assessment
      • Follow the guidance of ASME/ANS RA-S-1.4-2021 (or other applicable PRA-related industry standards) in creating and maintaining PRA models and supporting calculation documents.
      • Revise and review of PRA documents.
      • Follow the guidance of dozens of PRA-dependent applications (such as NEI 18-04) to acquire risk insights from the PRA to inform the design process and licensing basis of projects.
      • Develop increasing proficiency in using PRA-related software (e.g. EPRI's Phoenix Architect) in accordance with X-energy procedures, ensuring the correct software version is being used in the manner it was verified, be aware of limitations and restrictions of software, and ensure software is referenced in documents that depend on its use.
      • Perform main PRA tasks including event tree and fault tree development, and associated documentation.
      • Develop screening methods, risk-informed supplemental evaluations, and/or PRA models for different plant operating modes and states, radionuclide sources, various internal and external hazards, and multi-reactor considerations.
    • Nuclear Safety Analysis
      • Lead system-level thermal-fluid analyses and process design using 1-D system simulation codes.
      • Guide, initiate source term analyses and radiological consequence analysis.
      • Lead development of models to support licensing basis event analysis and evaluations.
      • Perform elementary mathematical model programming for engineering calculations.
      • Develop verification and validations plans, including code V&V efforts.
  • Able to show increasing proficiency interpreting, applying, and assessing Standards.
  • Collaborate and communicate with key stakeholders in engineering, project leadership, and across the safety analysis team to provide frequent updates on progress of projects, maintain the correct order of priorities and ability to adapt to change, and raise concerns when there are problems with projects and/or timelines.
  • Provide engineering/technical expertise and guidance in the identification, analysis, and resolution of problems of increasing scope and complexity.
  • Contribute to team decision-making in the accomplishment of business goals and objectives through effective planning, organizing, estimating, scheduling, and monitoring of work activities; deal with changing priorities and differing situations and make decisions that may affect the work of the team.
  • Prepare thorough and accurate technical reports, correspondence, documentation, calculations, and sketches related to well-defined problems and analysis of increasing scope and complexity.
  • Conduct engineering and related studies; complete routine engineering projects with minimal oversight with increasing ability to independently manage project schedules and interfaces.
  • Develop and maintain safety basis documents and safety basis program procedures.
  • Identify and describe the interrelationship of safety basis requirements to existing and new designs and operations.
  • Develop, maintain, and produce technical documentation to inform system/subsystem requirements and specifications.
  • Interface with customers and regulators in nuclear safety reviews and technical working group meetings to comply with requirements and meet project objectives.
  • Maintain professional demeanor and behavior at all times in all forms of communication.
  • Lead the execution of the core tasks and responsibilities, listed in the Job Profile Task/Responsibilities section of this document, without close supervision and extensive latitude for independent judgment.
  • Teach and mentor more junior team members.
  • Stay abreast of industry and academic trends, breakthroughs, and best practices
  • Perform other duties as assigned by manager.

Job Profile Minimum Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in engineering (nuclear, chemical, mechanical, etc.) from an ABET accredited university required.
  • Typically, fifteen years of experience in an engineering role required.
  • A master's degree in engineering or related field (may include a combination of experience obtained through an academic institution, e.g., design projects, research, or design teams, as well as professional experience) may be in lieu of two years of experience.
  • A Ph.D. in engineering or related field (may include a combination of experience obtained through an academic institution, e.g., design projects, research, or design teams, as well as professional experience) may be in lieu of three years of experience.
  • Previous experience at X-energy meeting performance standards may be in lieu of years of experience.

Location: 530 Gaither Road, Rockville, MD
Work Site Expectations: 4 days in office
Travel Expectations: 10% (as needed for project assignment)
Hours: Standard office hours are 8:00am ET to 5:00pm ET, Monday - Friday
Compensation
As required by Maryland and other applicable state law, X Energy, LLC (X-energy) lists the expected compensation range for a publicly advertised job opportunity based upon the job requirements (e.g. education/training, experience, skill sets, etc.). Individual candidates who meet the job requirements for the posted position will be offered a salary within this range based on their respective levels of education/training, experience, and other qualifications unique to them. Salary ranges may vary based on the specific office location and region referenced in the posting to take into consideration differences in cost of living and may not be reflective of all regions. Please note that compensation ranges listed for US job postings reflect base salary only and do not include benefits or other incentives.
A reasonable estimate for this position at the level of experience required is:
$135,300- $225,000
Position Job Classification
Full time - Exempt
Benefits
X Energy, LLC offers a robust benefits package that includes a 401K plan with an employer match, Medical/Dental /Vision Insurance, Life and Disability Insurance, Paid Time Off, and a Tuition Reimbursement/Professional Development policy that supports the continuing education of our employees.
An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
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