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 todays markets industrial competitiveness, security of energy, and zero-emissions industrial production. The IMSR plants 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 R&D Materials Scientist/Engineer, under the direction of the R&D Director, is primarily responsible for materials qualification related activities, including development and execution of test programs as part of TEs overall R&D Program. Within this role, responsibilities include:
- Providing subject matter expertise on materials science;
- Experimental design, test data analysis and participation in resolution of technical issues;
- Authorship of documents accompanying the material qualification process in coordination with Engineering, Safety, Quality, Licensing stakeholders and external parties;
- Oversight and/or execution of the materials qualification activities;
- Presentation of test results, assumptions, risks, and constraints to the R&D Director and proposing paths forward;
- Collaboration with the R&D Project Coordinator to maintain and update schedule including status of all projects;
- Collaboration with the TE Engineering to support design development.
Core Competencies
- Expertise in materials science and engineering
- Communication
- Critical Thinking
- Decision Making
- Leadership
- Planning and Organizing
- Problem Solving
- Results Orientation
- Team player with the ability to collaborate and interact with other groups
- Flexible and adaptable to change
Requirements
- Masters degree (or higher) in Materials Science or Materials Engineering, or related field;
- Minimum 4 years of work experience in nuclear power industry or academia conducting research activities relating to materials science;
- Demonstrated success in project delivery and the execution of research and development activities;
- Knowledge of material characterization techniques (LF, XRF, DSC, XRD, SEM and others)
- Working knowledge of modeling tools (Python, MATLAB and others);
- Strong problem identification and problem resolution skills;
- Demonstrated ability to multitask & manage numerous short- and long-term projects concurrently;
- Exceptional interpersonal and communication (both written and verbal) skills; and
- Skilled at developing and maintaining strong relationships across all levels of the organization and with external customers and vendors
Assets
- Professional Engineer Certification, or eligible to obtain PE Certification
- Knowledge on the development of custom constitutive models for high-temperature materials
- Knowledge of the nuclear design codes & standards (ASME, CSA)
- Experience with testing of irradiated materials
- Knowledge of graphite performance under irradiation at high temperature and experience in testing graphite as a material class
- Knowledge of fluoride salts performance
- Knowledge of structural alloy performance
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 andCover 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 Energys 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]