Multi-Physics Methods Developer

Overview

Director, Nuclear Methods at Studsvik Scandpower, Inc.

We are Studsvik Scandpower Inc.

Studsvik Scandpower is the global leader in the development and support of fuel vendor-independent reactor analysis software. We offer a full suite of licensing-grade software and engineering services to support operating utilities, fuel vendors, safety authorities, next generation reactor developers and research organizations. Our products are used throughout the world for reactor fuel and core design, analysis, and operational support.

Job Position

Studsvik Scandpower (SSP) is seeking an entry level M.S. or Ph.D. engineer (0-3 years experience) in the area of methods development to develop the advanced transient analysis 3D nodal code SIMULATE5-K. Ideal candidates will have education and / or experience in computational multi-physics methods development in reactor analysis with an emphasis on thermal hydraulics. The candidate should have experience with large computer codes developed in a project team environment. As this is a programming position, programming and debugging in Fortran is required, and experience with other programming / scripting languages is highly desired. Work history in the commercial nuclear industry and / or experience with SSP products CASMO / SIMULATE are a plus. As code developers also participate in code documentation and user training, the candidate's oral and written English communication skills (along with programming skills) will be evaluated as part of the interview process.

This position will also provide technical support, perform troubleshooting and debugging functions, help resolve customer issues, help develop training material and participate in other product development. This position will help support SSP business development with presentations and demos. SSP is a small organization, all our staff have diverse responsibilities, but we all make an impact every day.

The responsibilities of this entry level position to join the dynamic CMS5 development team include :

• Develop multi-physics (particularly thermal hydraulics) aspects of state-of-the-art SIMULATE5-K product at the coding and methods level under the direction and guidance of the Lead Developer.
• Supporting and troubleshooting software issues related to the CMS5 code suite (CASMO5 / SIMULATE5 / SIMULATE5-K).
• Participating in product development and testing of SSP products.
• Documenting processes and application instructions.
• Supporting and troubleshooting software issues.
• Participating in meetings, and other company events.
• Participating in customer visits, presentations, and software demonstrations to support business development.
• Generating innovative ideas and helping to nurture new ideas from concept, through pilot and into mainstream activity.

This position will be based in the US and involves travel up to 20% of the time with some international travel.

Qualifications & Knowledge

Location & Travel

Position based in Idaho Falls, ID; travel up to 20% of the time with some international travel.

Application Process

Candidates should email a cover letter and vita in PDF format to :

Rodolfo Ferrer

Telephone inquiries will not be accepted.

Job Details

SSP offers a competitive salary, an extensive benefit package, and a relaxed working environment.

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