Turbomachinery Aerodynamics Engineer
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 turbomachinery aerodynamics engineer to join the turbomachinery team and advance power generation capability. In this role, you’ll be responsible for the aerodynamic design of cutting-edge turbomachinery for power generation. 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><span data-ccp-props="{"335559739":0}"> </span></strong></p> <ul> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Conduct meanline and streamline analysis of turbomachinery designs</span><span data-ccp-props="{"335559739":0}"> </span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Analyze turbomachinery components using 3D CFD</span><span data-ccp-props="{"335559739":0}"> </span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Conduct trade studies of turbomachinery configurations including stage count, shrouded/unshrouded designs, axial/radial configurations</span><span data-ccp-props="{"335559739":0}"> </span></li> </ul> <p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Basic Qualifications</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{"335559739":0}"> </span></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">Experience analyzing turbomachinery (Turbines, Compressors, Turbochargers, Turboexpanders, Blowers, Turbopumps, etc.)</span><span data-ccp-props="{"335559739":0}"> </span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Experience with meanline and streamline analysis of turbomachinery</span><span data-ccp-props="{"335559739":0}"> </span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Experience with 3D CFD simulations of turbomachinery</span><span data-ccp-props="{"335559739":0}"> </span></li> </ul> <p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Preferred Skills and Experience</span><span data-ccp-props="{"335559739":0}"> </span></strong></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">Knowledge of manufacturing, postprocessing, assembly, inspection procedures for turbomachinery</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> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Experience with unsteady simulations of turbomachinery</span><span data-ccp-props="{"335559739":0}"> </span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Experience with thermodynamic cycle analysis</span><span data-ccp-props="{"335559739":0}"> </span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Experience with commercially available turbomachinery design packages (AxStream, Concepts NREC, NPSS OTAC)</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 </li> <li>Unlimited PTO</li> <li>Free daily lunch and dinner provided onsite </li> <li>Generous PPE stipend</li> <li>High-impact startup environment with significant ownership and autonomy </li> <li>Opportunities for rapid career growth and internal advancement </li> <li>Direct collaboration with experienced operators, engineers, and industry leaders </li> <li>The opportunity to help build and scale transformative energy tec