Structures Engineer, Turbomachinery Static Hardware
at Valar Atomics · 11-50 employees
Just raised · Hybrid · $1.2B
- Location
- Torrance, CA
- Posted
- 5d ago
at Valar Atomics · 11-50 employees
Valar Atomics is a nuclear energy startup developing advanced small reactors and clusters of reactors to supply large-scale energy needs.
<p><strong>About Valar Atomics</strong></p> <p>At Valar Atomics, we're redefining what's possible in energy. Our mission is to make clean, high-temperature nuclear power scalable—unlocking abundant energy for industry, hydrogen, and next-generation manufacturing. We are a team of builders, engineers, and operators who believe nuclear energy should be fast to deploy, factory-made, and built for the real world. Our first pilot plant in Orangeville, Utah will demonstrate how advanced nuclear systems and fuel fabrication can power the future. Joining Valar Atomics means becoming part of a company where autonomy, ownership, and impact exist at every level.</p> <p><strong><span data-ccp-props="{"335559739":0}">The Team</span></strong></p> <p><span data-ccp-props="{"335559739":0}"><span class="TextRun SCXO85506047 BCX0" lang="EN-US" data-contrast="auto"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXO85506047 BCX0">As part of the </span></span><span class="TextRun SCXO85506047 BCX0" lang="EN-US" data-contrast="auto"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXO85506047 BCX0">Engineering</span></span><span class="TextRun SCXO85506047 BCX0" lang="EN-US" data-contrast="auto"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXO85506047 BCX0"> organization, </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXO85506047 BCX0">Power</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXO85506047 BCX0"> </span><span class="FindHit SCXO85506047 BCX0">Con</span><span class="FindHit SCXO85506047 BCX0">v</span><span class="FindHit SCXO85506047 BCX0">ers</span><span class="FindHit SCXO85506047 BCX0">ion</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXO85506047 BCX0"> develops the technologies that efficiently transform reactor-generated heat into usable electrical </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXO85506047 BCX0">power</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXO85506047 BCX0">. The team focuses on maximizing system performance, reliability, and commercial viability.</span></span></span></p> <p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">The Role</span><span data-ccp-props="{"335559739":0}"> </span></strong></p> <p><span data-contrast="auto">Valar Atomics is seeking a structures engineer to join the turbomachinery team and advance power generation capability. In this role, you’ll be responsible for analyzing static components for Valar’s power generation turbomachinery. You’ll be working with cross-functional team members to define a manufacturable, high efficiency, robust design. As an early hire in turbomachinery, you will be able to directly influence design decisions on the system architecture.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"335559739":0}"> </span></p> <p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Key Responsibilities</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{"335559739":0}"> </span></p> <ul> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Analyze components for structural margins in a variety of operating conditions and transients</span><span data-ccp-props="{"335559739":0}"> </span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Size components for adequate strength</span><span data-ccp-props="{"335559739":0}"> </span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Select materials that balance capability versus lead time and cost considerations</span><span data-ccp-props="{"335559739":0}"> </span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Partner with cross functional partners to define required clearances for rotating turbomachinery</span><span data-ccp-props="{"335559739":0}"> </span></li> </ul> <p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">You Will Be Successful in This Role If</span><span data-ccp-props="{"335559739":0}"> </span></strong></p> <ul> <li><span data-contrast="auto">You are excited to be a part of a complex turbomachinery product from the beginning</span><span data-ccp-props="{"335559739":0}"> </span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">You thrive in ambiguous environments without defined turbomachinery design best practices</span><span data-ccp-props="{"335559739":0}"> </span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">You want to be part of turbomachinery design beyond a singular siloed discipline</span><span data-ccp-props="{"335559739":0}"> </span></li> </ul> <p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Basic Qualifications</span><span data-ccp-props="{"335559739":0}"> </span></strong></p> <ul> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering</span><span data-ccp-props="{"335559739":0}"> </span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Minimum 3 years of experience conducting structural analysis</span><span data-ccp-props="{"335559739":0}"> </span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Experience with commercial FEA codes such as Ansys, Nastran, Abaqus</span><span data-ccp-props="{"335559739":0}"> </span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Experience with high temperature components and materials</span><span data-ccp-props="{"335559739":0}"> </span></li> </ul> <p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Preferred Skills and Experience</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{"335559739":0}"> </span></p> <ul> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Master's degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering</span><span data-ccp-props="{"335559739":0}"> </span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Experience with material selection of high temperature metals</span><span data-ccp-props="{"335559739":0}"> </span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Knowledge of casting or forging processes</span><span data-ccp-props="{"335559739":0}"> </span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Experience with supercritical C02</span><span data-ccp-props="{"335559739":0}"> </span></li> </ul> <p><strong>What We Offer</strong> </p> <ul> <li>Competitive base salary </li> <li>Equity ownership in a rapidly growing advanced energy company </li> <li>Comprehensive medical benefits <