Deterministic Safety Analyst (DSA) /Analista de Evaluación Determinística de Seguridad (DSA) (Evergreen)
On-siteBuenos Aires, Buenos Aires F.D., Argentina
Job Summary
Deterministic Safety Analyst(s) to support the design of new nuclear power plants and operation/refurbishment of existing CANDU plants. Location in Buenos Aires, Argentina. Responsibilities include performing deterministic safety assessments for plant systems (e.g., HTS, Containment) and severe‐accident progression, analyzing postulated accidents with state-of-the-art methodologies and computer codes, developing safety-analysis approaches and analysis-basis plans, and delivering independent work aligned with project requirements. Plan, schedule, and coordinate engineering phases for major projects; address complex engineering challenges; assess feasibility and soundness of engineering methods; apply broad discipline knowledge and provide well-reasoned recommendations. Requires an honours degree in Engineering or Science, 1-8 years of experience, proficiency with Linux/Windows, knowledge of safety/licensing codes (CATHENA, NUCIRC, ADDAM, GOTHIC, MAAP), and willingness to travel. Strong English communication and QA commitment are essential.
Required Qualifications
- A relevant honours degree in Engineering or Science from a recognized university
- 1-8 years of relevant experience
- Proficiency with Linux and WINDOWS environments is a strong asset
- Broad knowledge of thermal-fluid sciences (fluid flow, heat transfers, multi-phase flow and thermodynamics)
- Familiarity with safety and licensing computer codes such as CATHENA, NUCIRC, ADDAM, GOTHIC and MAAP
- Proficiency in computer programming, especially FORTRAN, is desirable
- Good knowledge of the CANDU design, with emphasis on HTS, plant control, containment and moderator systems is an asset
- Excellent oral and written communication skills in English
- Ability to work well under pressure, be flexible, and adapt to changing project needs
- Initiative and ability to work in a team; ability to work to budget and schedule
- Willingness to travel occasionally to participate in meetings and workshops
- Commitment to working in a formal QA environment
- CV in English
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