Structures Engineer, Turbomachinery
$140,000–$215,000 year
On-siteTorrance, California, United States
Torrance, California, United StatesOn-siteFull Time$140,000–$215,000 yearBachelors DegreeStartup
Full TimeBachelors DegreeStartup
Job Summary
Analyze turbomachinery components for structural margin and life, quantifying deflection and growth during operation. Partner with cross-functional teams to define manufacturable, high-efficiency, robust designs and required clearances for rotating systems. As an early hire, directly influence system architecture decisions to advance power generation capability. This role supports Valar Atomics' mission to make clean, high-temperature nuclear power scalable through advanced energy technology development.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering
- Minimum 3 years of experience conducting structural analysis of rotating components
- Experience with commercial FEA codes such as Ansys, Nastran, Abaqus
- Experience with high speed rotating equipment in gas turbines, steam turbines, blowers, turboexpanders, turbopumps, etc.
- Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States as a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident (green card holder)
Desired Qualifications
- Master's degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering
- Experience with material selection of creep resistant alloys
- Knowledge of casting or forging processes
- Experience with supercritical C02
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