RVS Automation & Process Controls Engineer

TITLE: RVS Automation and Process Controls Engineer

LOCATION: Everett, WA

The TerraPower Isotopes® (TPI™) division has been established to pursue medical isotopes development-advancing nuclear science for significant human health benefits. We seek to support revolutionary radiotherapies for treatments of various cancers through the supply of radioisotopes. TerraPower currently has unique access to a supply of thorium for the long-term production of actinium-225 in the growing alpha therapy market and intends to expand into other nuclear related medical treatments.

The TerraPower Isotopes (TPI) program is an integral part of the Washington State based TerraPower team, a company working to raise living standards globally. In 2006, the company originated with Bill Gates and a group of like-minded visionaries who evaluated the fundamental challenges to raising living standards around the world. TerraPower’s mission is to be a world leader in new nuclear technologies, while developing innovators and future leaders in the nuclear field.

TerraPower is seeking to hire highly motivated and forward-thinking professionals who are interested in focusing on advanced radiopharmaceutical applications and influencing change within nuclear medicine. TerraPower is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. In addition, as a federal contractor, TerraPower has instituted an Affirmative Action Plan (AAP) to proactively recruit, hire, and promote women, minorities, disabled persons and veterans.

RVS Automation and Process Controls Engineer

The TerraPower Isotopes® (TPI™) RVS Automation and Process Controls Engineer will lead design commissioning, and lifecycle support for Radiological Ventilation Systems (RVS) for TPI facilities at a new greenfield cGMP manufacturing facility for production of Ac-225 and within TPI existing facilities. The ideal candidate will have demonstrated skills in industrial ventilation system design, process controls and automation, and experience designing ISO certified facilities suitable for cGMP radiopharmaceutical manufacture.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the design of radiological ventilation systems, including ventilation equipment and duct sizing, design and control philosophy, for all related systems and components from requirements development through to final design, successful commissioning and facility and process startup.

• Develop engineering documentation as needed to support system and facility design.

• Lead field installation, acceptance testing, IQ/OQ/PQ and any certification necessary to fully integrate facility processes, hot cells and gloveboxes and maintain process integrity, performance and facility compliance.

• Participate in the integration of system with facility infrastructure and process workflows.

• Identify and ensure effective application of correct design codes, regulations and guidelines into the design of facility and lab systems where applicable.

• Communicate effectively across TPI team, and with key stakeholders to support review of engineering designs, gather necessary design input information and respond to new and emerging data.

• Collaborate with chemistry, engineering and project teams during facility design and construction phases to ensure process systems, interfaces and facility requirements are met.

• Support trouble shooting of processes and systems on an as-needed basis, maintaining, and modifying systems, and coordinating across the TPI team to prepare and execute work procedures.

• Proactively communicate and collaborate with other TPI engineers, chemists and project managers to manage and resolve technical and project risks.

• Assist in developing procurement packages, communicating with procurement contract administrators, and overseeing fabrication and delivery of custom mechanical equipment.

• Communicate effectively with external vendors to review designs, maintain design documentation, manage timelines, ensure accuracy and efficiency of fabrication work, and support factory acceptance testing.

• Provide technical guidance during routine operations, preventative maintenance, and upgrades of systems.

Key Qualifications and Skills:

• B.S. in Engineering, Automation or related discipline from an accredited university and 5+ years direct experience with proven radiological ventilation system design, testing and commissioning skills in an industrial setting.

• Experience designing, installing, programming and troubleshooting SCADA and HMI systems.

• Experience authoring process design documentation in an industrial setting including BFD, PFD, P&ID, controls documentation, system layout and mechanical drawings and design narratives.

• Understanding of relevant design codes, design standards, data integrity standards, and best practices including ASME, ASCE, ANS, ASTM, IEEE, and NFPA codes and regulations including 10CFR Part 20, 21CFR Part-210-212 and 21CFR Part 820.

• Familiar with Solidworks, AutoCAD and/or AutoCAD P&ID.

• Mechanically inclined, with demonstrated industrial experience in assembling and troubleshooting process equipment.

• Understanding of safe working practices for chemicals and pressurized/vacuum systems, and direct hand-on experience working with chemicals in an industrial setting is essential.

• Prior experience designing, installing systems and performing acceptance testing for equipment that operates within nuclear facilities, radiopharmaceutical facilities, or radiological areas is strongly preferred.

• Discipline, rigor, attention to detail, attention to safety, and procedural adherence are required.

• Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills, such as those developed in fast-paced environments including the military, and other nuclear or radiopharmaceutical environments.

• Excellent technical writing, communication, and presentation skills.

• Ability to handle projects that include many competing objectives and design constraints, with ability to resolve conflicts between objectives and productively generate engineering design documents accordingly in a fast paced environment.

• Experience working and communicating productively in a multidisciplinary team including R&D, production, quality assurance, and engineering design functions.

• The successful candidate will possess a high degree of trust and integrity, able to communicate openly, and display respect and a desire to foster teamwork.

• Actual position starting level and title will be determined based on assessment of qualifications.

Job Functions

Job Functions are physical actions and/or working conditions associated with the position. These functions may also constitute essential functions for the job which the employee must be able to fulfill, with or without accommodation. Information provided below is to help describe the job so that the applicant has a reasonable understanding of the job duties/expectations. An applicant's ability to perform and/or tolerate these actions and conditions will be discussed and workplace accommodations may be made on a case-by-case basis following an individualized assessment of the applicant and other considerations, including but not limited to any governing safety standards.

• Motor Abilities: Sitting and/or standing for extended periods, bending/stooping, grasping/gripping, fine motor control (hands)

• Physical exertion and/or requirements: Minimal, with ability to safely lift up to 20 pounds

• Repetitive work: Intermittent

• Special Senses: Visual and audio focused work.

• Work Conditions: The work will normally consist of prolonged computer work, but will often require material inspection and work supervision. Must be sufficiently mobile to examine work sites and equipment conditions to include climbing ladders, stooping in small spaces, and work around radiation.

• Travel required 0-20%

TerraPower’s technology is controlled for export by various agencies of the U.S. Government. TerraPower must evaluate applicants who are foreign nationals (other than asylees, refugees, or lawful permanent residents) in accordance with U.S. Government export control requirements. To facilitate TerraPower’s export control reviews, you will be asked as part of the application process to identify whether you are a U.S. Citizen or national, asylee, refugee, or lawful permanent resident of the United States. Government export authorization approval times vary. Based on the business needs for a particular position, TerraPower may not consider a foreign national from a country if it is impracticable to obtain timely Government export approval.

Job details:

Salary Range Level 10: $113,605 - $170,408

Salary Range Level 11: $125,257 - $208,762

• Typically, our employee salaries are within .90 – 1.0 of the mid-point of the posted salary bands. Any salary offered within the posted salary band is based on market data and commensurate with the selected candidate’s qualifications and experience. This range is specific to Washington State.

Benefits:

• Competitive Compensation

• Salary, eligible to participate in discretionary short-term incentive payments

• Comprehensive Medical and Wellness Benefits for family or individual

• 401k Plan

• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)

• Generous Holiday Schedule

• Relocation Assistance

• Professional and Educational Support Opportunities

• Flexible Work Schedule

TerraPower Career and Benefits information: https://www.terrapower.com/contact-us/careers/