About Zap Energy Zap is advancing the next generation of nuclear power technology across fusion, fission and hybrid applications. Backed by Energy Impact Partners.
About the role
Zap Energy is seeking a Sodium Pump Lead to support the Zap Modular Reactor (ZMR) program. In this role, you will be a part of an integrated project team to deliver a liquid metal cooled fission reactor in support of Zap's integrated nuclear mission. The ideal candidate is an expert in turbomachinery and ASME Codes & Standards, including the Boiler & Pressure Vessel Code (BPVC) Sections VIII and Section III. You will have the opportunity to work on the high-temperature reactor and liquid metal cooling teams. Found on 1752vc Careers, the job board for startup and VC roles.
What they're looking for
- O Design, build, and commission liquid metal test loops to test and validate pumps
- O Run qualification test campaigns, measure pump curves and efficiency, perform endurance testing. Use this data to inform models and make design changes
- Supplier Collaboration: Work with suppliers on fabrication, inspection, cleaning, and acceptance testing of pump assemblies and loop components
- Regulatory Support: Produce the design documentation, requirements traceability, and V&V evidence needed for regulatory engagement, and support pre-application interactions
- Safety & Procedures: Write and maintain sodium-handling procedures, and contribute to the hazard analyses and emergency response planning that go with them
More about this role
About the Opportunity
Zap Energy is seeking a Sodium Pump Lead to support the Zap Modular Reactor (ZMR) program. In this role, you will be a part of an integrated project team to deliver a liquid metal cooled fission reactor in support of Zap's integrated nuclear mission. The ideal candidate is an expert in turbomachinery and ASME Codes & Standards, including the Boiler & Pressure Vessel Code (BPVC) Sections VIII and Section III. You will have the opportunity to work on the high-temperature reactor and liquid metal cooling teams. This role requires identifying and solving ill-defined first-of-a-kind problems. Being a team player is foundational to success in this role. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States for any employer.
Key Responsibilities
o Own the design of primary and intermediate sodium pumps both small and large, in support of experiments and the ZMR
o Perform both first principle calculations and CFD/FEA when necessary.
o Develop the pump performance envelope used by plant analysts, including pump coastdown and transition to natural circulation, which is a load-bearing input to our safety analysis.
o Design, build, and commission liquid...
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