Nuclear Engineer (Neutronics)

Number of employees

100

Everett, Washington, United States, United States

Posted on: 2022-12-14

Category: renewables

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Employment type:

Full time

Experience required:

Intermediate

Salary

Salary not provided

About the company:

Helion is a fusion power company based in Everett, WA, with the mission to enable a future with unlimited clean energy. Our vision is a world with clean, reliable, and affordable electricity for everyone. Currently, we are scaling up our latest plasma accelerator prototype to make our vision a reality.

We’re hiring brilliant scientists, engineers, and builders passionate about developing world-changing technologies. If that sounds like you, check out our open positions. 

We are building something never done before.
 

Helion is building the ultimate solution to one of the world's most pressing challenges - climate change. Our goals are courageous – we plan to demonstrate electricity from fusion in 2024. We move fast, prioritize what matters, and iterate quickly so we can accelerate everything we do.

At Helion, we grow and learn together while working with never-before-seen technology. A career here means you will interact with the world's leading scientists, engineers, and builders. Be part of our team – bring your skills, experiences, and determination to make a difference. Together we'll make a future with unlimited clean energy a reality.

We use the Monte Carlo N-Particle (MCNP) code to model, test, analyze, and optimize designs. In this role, you will use MCNP (and related codes) to model our fusion generator, diagnostic equipment, dose, and interactions with the environment; write internal reports to document your findings; and grow your MCNP techniques.
 

About You

  • Problem Solver -- you can identify areas for improvement and review related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
  • Critical Thinker – you use reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of solutions, are skilled at assigning metrics to objectively evaluate options, and connect your work back to the application.
  • A forward thinker who is always looking ahead for their next project, this position is someone who likes looking at the big picture to understand future projects
  • Experience writing input files, running MCNP6, and using MATLAB or Python scripts to process data,
  • Willingness to continue education and learn more on the job,
  • Bachelors or postgraduate degree in nuclear engineering, physics, mathematics, or related field, or equivalent Experience with MCNP and fundamentals of nuclear physics

Desired Experience (not required)

  • Using SpaceClaim to model simple geometries,
  • Activation analysis using ORIGEN/SCALE, FISPACT, SERPENT, or similar codes,
  • Understanding of shielding and common rules/materials for neutrons and photons,
  • Involvement in professional societies such as the American Nuclear Society and/or IEEE. 
Who We Are
 
We are engineers, scientists, and business leaders, not researchers or academics, working to provide the world with a new source of clean, reliable, and affordable energy, running off little more than seawater and producing minimal waste. Working at Helion Energy is a once-in-a-career chance to innovate for a better future. We believe there is no success without teamwork because working together is the only way to accomplish important things.
 
About Us: 
 
Helion is a fusion power company based in Everett, WA, with the mission to enable a future with unlimited clean energy. Our vision is a world with clean, reliable, and affordable electricity for everyone. Currently, we are scaling up our latest plasma accelerator prototype to make our vision a reality. 
 
We’re hiring brilliant scientists, engineers, and builders passionate about developing world-changing technologies. If that sounds like you, join our team.  
 
 
 
Benefits:
Very competitive salary
21 days of Paid Time Off (PTO) for all employees
13 Holidays
10 days of Sick Time
3% employer 401K contribution matching
Generous share options scheme
Parental Leave
Free snacks and soft drinks
Monthly sponsored lunches with the organization
Monthly sponsored events with team
Medical, Dental, Vision
Short/Long Term Disability
 
Helion is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Disability/Veterans Employer:
 
NOTE: Women and minorities are less likely to apply to jobs unless they fit the description in totality. We believe in hiring individuals. If you do not check all of the boxes, we still encourage you to apply. If this job isn't a fit, we have many other openings that may be one. 
 
We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. This position is subject to a background check related to its duties and responsibilities.
 
We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, perform essential job functions, and receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodations or request more information: [email protected].
 
**Please note that we require all visitors to be up to date on their COVID vaccination or wear a mask for the duration of their stay.**

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