Engineer II-III, Human Factors

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Job Description

This 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

• Execute the core tasks and responsibilities, listed in the Job Profile Task/Responsibilities section of this document, with minimal supervision.
• Provide ownership, responsibility, and accountability over technical scope involving the coordination of multiple individual contributors working in a specific area.
• 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.
• Collaborates in planning, scheduling, and organization of detailed phases of engineering work.
• Collaborates in the technical oversight and direction of internal or external design teams.
• Facilitates and assists in the assessment of design needs and captures requirements and functions of plant operators and technicians.
• Executes human factors assignments with clear and specified objectives; utilizes conventional specification and/or system design documents and plans.
• 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.
• Leads reviews and presentations for internal company design reviews and customer design reviews regarding human factors engineering design.
• Organizes engineering efforts in assigned areas between specialty and other engineering groups or disciplines, with the client, suppliers, contractors, or other groups as required.
• Gathers and correlates basic engineering data using well defined engineering procedures, which may include routine engineering studies to support system design issues
• Assists in a variety of topics including developing innovative procedures, improved design recommendations or equipment recommendations.
• Maintain professional demeanor and behavior at all times in all forms of communication.
• Perform other duties as assigned by manager.

Job Profile Minimum Qualifications

• 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.
• One to two years of professional experience in industry or academia with high emphasis on research.
• Typically, five years of experience in a human factors or human performance engineering role.
• 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.
• Previous experience at X-energy exceeding performance standards may be in lieu of years of experience.
• Master’s degree or currently enrolled graduate level coursework required.
• In lieu of degree, additional human factors experience beyond five years is required.
• Experience developing, supporting, and defending design recommendations based on a solid grasp of human factors science and design principles.
• Experience with design and run controlled usability studies.

Location: 5303 Spectrum Drive, Frederick, MD

Work Schedule: 4-5 days a week in office
Travel Expectations: Up to 10% as needed
Hours: 8:00am-5:00pm, Mon-Fri

Compensation

As 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 - $148,125

Position Job Classification

Full time - Exempt

Benefits

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.

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