X-energy LLC conducts a thorough recruiting process and will never issue offers without interview to discuss qualifications and responsibilities. All applications will be submitted via our company career page, <a href="https://www.x-energy.com/careers/">www.x-energy.com/careers/</a>. We will never ask you to provide payment information as part of the recruiting process. If anyone claiming to represent X-energy directs you in a manner otherwise, please contact us at <a href="https://www.x-energy.com/contact-us">www.x-energy.com/contact-us</a>.Job DescriptionThis role is responsible for supporting design, development, and implementation of Human Factors (HF) methods for a generation IV nuclear reactor. They will perform research and development in human performance for highly automated systems. The role will be responsible for planning and conducting verifications and validations, executing risk management strategies, and applying the latest HF principles to improve the design of human-system interfaces. They will collaborate with multiple engineering disciplines within cross-functional teams, while advocating for the best possible human factors engineering outcomes.  Job Profile Tasks/Responsibilities<ul><li>Execute the core tasks and responsibilities, listed in the Job Profile Task/Responsibilities section of this document, with minimal supervision.</li><li>Provide ownership, responsibility, and accountability over technical scope involving the coordination of multiple individual contributors working in a specific area.</li><li>Understands the interactions between humans and other elements of a system and applies theory, principles, data, and methods within the engineering design process to assure proper interaction between products, systems, and processes and the people who use them.</li><li>Collaborates in planning, scheduling, and organization of detailed phases of engineering work.</li><li>Collaborates in the technical oversight and direction of internal or external design teams.</li><li>Facilitates and assists in the assessment of design needs and captures requirements and functions of plant operators and technicians.</li><li>Executes human factors assignments with clear and specified objectives; utilizes conventional specification and/or system design documents and plans.</li><li>Recommends system and interface design changes and enhancements to improve quality of products and/or procedures from an assembly, transportation, construction, commissioning, operations, maintenance, and/or decommissioning perspective.</li><li>Leads reviews and presentations for internal company design reviews and customer design reviews regarding human factors engineering design.</li><li>Organizes engineering efforts in assigned areas between specialty and other engineering groups or disciplines, with the client, suppliers, contractors, or other groups as required.</li><li>Gathers and correlates basic engineering data using well defined engineering procedures, which may include routine engineering studies to support system design issues</li><li>Assists in a variety of topics including developing innovative procedures, improved design recommendations or equipment recommendations.</li><li>Maintain professional demeanor and behavior at all times in all forms of communication.</li><li>Perform other duties as assigned by manager.</li></ul>Job Profile Minimum Qualifications<ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in human factors, engineering psychology, clinical/cognitive psychology, industrial engineering or related degree from an accredited institution. Engineering coursework or human factors job experience required.</li><li>One to two years of professional experience in industry or academia with high emphasis on research.</li><li>Typically, five years of experience in a human factors or human performance engineering role.</li><li>A Ph.D. in engineering or related field (may include a combination of experience obtained through an academic institution, e.g., design projects, research, or design teams, as well as professional experience) may be in lieu of three years of experience.</li><li>Previous experience at X-energy exceeding performance standards may be in lieu of years of experience.</li><li>Master’s degree or currently enrolled graduate level coursework required.</li><li>In lieu of degree, additional human factors experience beyond five years is required.</li><li>Experience developing, supporting, and defending design recommendations based on a solid grasp of human factors science and design principles.</li><li>Experience with design and run controlled usability studies.</li></ul>Location: 5303 Spectrum Drive, Frederick, MDWork Schedule: 4-5 days a week in office Travel Expectations: Up to 10% as needed Hours: 8:00am-5:00pm, Mon-Fri CompensationAs required by Maryland and other applicable state law, X Energy, LLC (X-energy) lists the expected compensation range for a publicly advertised job opportunity based upon the job requirements (e.g. education/training, experience, skill sets, etc.).  Individual candidates who meet the job requirements for the posted position will be offered a salary within this range based on their respective levels of education/training, experience, and other qualifications unique to them.  Salary ranges may vary based on the specific office location and region referenced in the posting to take into consideration differences in cost of living and may not be reflective of all regions.  Please note that compensation ranges listed for US job postings reflect base salary only and do not include benefits or other incentives. A reasonable estimate for this position at the level of experience required is:Level II: $74,550 - $124,250. Level III: $88,875 - $148,125Position Job ClassificationFull time - ExemptBenefits X Energy, LLC offers a robust benefits package that includes a 401K plan with an employer match, Medical/Dental /Vision Insurance, Life and Disability Insurance, Paid Time Off, and a Tuition Reimbursement/Professional Development policy that supports the continuing education of our employees. An Equal Opportunity Employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.   X Energy, LLC participates in E-Verify. Please visit the links below for more information about E-Verify and the protection of your Right to Work. Right To Work Link:  <a href="https://www.e-verify.gov/sites/default/files/everify/posters/IER_RightToWorkPoster%20Eng_Es.pdf">If you have the right to work, don't let anyone take it away (e-verify.gov)</a>E-Verify Participation Link: <a href="https://www.e-verify.gov/sites/default/files/everify/posters/EVerifyParticipationPoster.pdf"> E-Verify Participation Poster English and Spanish</a>

X-energy is delivering the next generation of carbon-free energy by reinventing nuclear power. We believe in leaving a cleaner planet for our children and grandchildren, while continuing to provide sufficient and affordable power to sustain growing populations around the world. That is why we have reinvented nuclear power, with a unique combination of proven technologies and new innovations, to meet our current and future needs. X-energy manufactures fuel that seals uranium particles in a protective coating, which makes meltdown impossible and retains the waste inside forever. We also design plants that unlock the fuel&rsquo;s potential in a process that&rsquo;s as clean as wind or solar. When combined, the result is reliable carbon-free baseload power, produced more safely and affordable than ever before and available anywhere, at any time.

Engineer II-III, Human Factors

X-energy LLC conducts a thorough recruiting process and will never issue offers without interview to discuss qualifications and responsibilities. All applications will be submitted via our company career page, <a href="https://www.x-energy.com/careers/">www.x-energy.com/careers/</a>. We will never ask you to provide payment information as part of the recruiting process. If anyone claiming to represent X-energy directs you in a manner otherwise, please contact us at <a href="https://www.x-energy.com/contact-us">www.x-energy.com/contact-us</a>.Job DescriptionThis role is responsible for supporting design, development, and implementation of Human Factors (HF) methods for a generation IV nuclear reactor. They will perform research and development in human performance for highly automated systems. The role will be responsible for planning and conducting verifications and validations, executing risk management strategies, and applying the latest HF principles to improve the design of human-system interfaces. They will collaborate with multiple engineering disciplines within cross-functional teams, while advocating for the best possible human factors engineering outcomes.  Job Profile Tasks/Responsibilities<ul><li>Execute the core tasks and responsibilities, listed in the Job Profile Task/Responsibilities section of this document, with minimal supervision.</li><li>Provide ownership, responsibility, and accountability over technical scope involving the coordination of multiple individual contributors working in a specific area.</li><li>Understands the interactions between humans and other elements of a system and applies theory, principles, data, and methods within the engineering design process to assure proper interaction between products, systems, and processes and the people who use them.</li><li>Collaborates in planning, scheduling, and organization of detailed phases of engineering work.</li><li>Collaborates in the technical oversight and direction of internal or external design teams.</li><li>Facilitates and assists in the assessment of design needs and captures requirements and functions of plant operators and technicians.</li><li>Executes human factors assignments with clear and specified objectives; utilizes conventional specification and/or system design documents and plans.</li><li>Recommends system and interface design changes and enhancements to improve quality of products and/or procedures from an assembly, transportation, construction, commissioning, operations, maintenance, and/or decommissioning perspective.</li><li>Leads reviews and presentations for internal company design reviews and customer design reviews regarding human factors engineering design.</li><li>Organizes engineering efforts in assigned areas between specialty and other engineering groups or disciplines, with the client, suppliers, contractors, or other groups as required.</li><li>Gathers and correlates basic engineering data using well defined engineering procedures, which may include routine engineering studies to support system design issues</li><li>Assists in a variety of topics including developing innovative procedures, improved design recommendations or equipment recommendations.</li><li>Maintain professional demeanor and behavior at all times in all forms of communication.</li><li>Perform other duties as assigned by manager.</li></ul>Job Profile Minimum Qualifications<ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in human factors, engineering psychology, clinical/cognitive psychology, industrial engineering or related degree from an accredited institution. Engineering coursework or human factors job experience required.</li><li>One to two years of professional experience in industry or academia with high emphasis on research.</li><li>Typically, five years of experience in a human factors or human performance engineering role.</li><li>A Ph.D. in engineering or related field (may include a combination of experience obtained through an academic institution, e.g., design projects, research, or design teams, as well as professional experience) may be in lieu of three years of experience.</li><li>Previous experience at X-energy exceeding performance standards may be in lieu of years of experience.</li><li>Master’s degree or currently enrolled graduate level coursework required.</li><li>In lieu of degree, additional human factors experience beyond five years is required.</li><li>Experience developing, supporting, and defending design recommendations based on a solid grasp of human factors science and design principles.</li><li>Experience with design and run controlled usability studies.</li></ul>Location: 5303 Spectrum Drive, Frederick, MDWork Schedule: 4-5 days a week in office Travel Expectations: Up to 10% as needed Hours: 8:00am-5:00pm, Mon-Fri CompensationAs required by Maryland and other applicable state law, X Energy, LLC (X-energy) lists the expected compensation range for a publicly advertised job opportunity based upon the job requirements (e.g. education/training, experience, skill sets, etc.).  Individual candidates who meet the job requirements for the posted position will be offered a salary within this range based on their respective levels of education/training, experience, and other qualifications unique to them.  Salary ranges may vary based on the specific office location and region referenced in the posting to take into consideration differences in cost of living and may not be reflective of all regions.  Please note that compensation ranges listed for US job postings reflect base salary only and do not include benefits or other incentives. A reasonable estimate for this position at the level of experience required is:Level II: $74,550 - $124,250. Level III: $88,875 - $148,125Position Job ClassificationFull time - ExemptBenefits X Energy, LLC offers a robust benefits package that includes a 401K plan with an employer match, Medical/Dental /Vision Insurance, Life and Disability Insurance, Paid Time Off, and a Tuition Reimbursement/Professional Development policy that supports the continuing education of our employees. An Equal Opportunity Employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.   X Energy, LLC participates in E-Verify. Please visit the links below for more information about E-Verify and the protection of your Right to Work. Right To Work Link:  <a href="https://www.e-verify.gov/sites/default/files/everify/posters/IER_RightToWorkPoster%20Eng_Es.pdf">If you have the right to work, don't let anyone take it away (e-verify.gov)</a>E-Verify Participation Link: <a href="https://www.e-verify.gov/sites/default/files/everify/posters/EVerifyParticipationPoster.pdf"> E-Verify Participation Poster English and Spanish</a>

Engineer II-III, Human Factors

About the Job

About the Company

XENERGY

Similar Jobs

Sr. Project Engineer

Sr. Project Engineer

Human Factors Scientist, User Experience Research (Ph.D.)

Human Factors Scientist, User Experience Research (Ph.D.)

Engineer III, Plant & Process Design

Engineer III, Plant & Process Design

Facilities Design Engineer - Fuel Fabrication

Facilities Design Engineer - Fuel Fabrication

Fuel Fabrication Project Engineer

Fuel Fabrication Project Engineer

Engineer V, Civil Structural

Engineer V, Civil Structural

Systems Engineer

Systems Engineer

Systems Engineer

Systems Engineer

CFD/ Thermal Hydraulics Engineer II-III

CFD/ Thermal Hydraulics Engineer II-III

Engineer III-IV, Engineering Strategy

Engineer III-IV, Engineering Strategy