CareerPlan

Structures Engineer, Turbomachinery

TorranceFull-time$140k2026-07-29 → 2026-11-10
On-site · United StatesNo visa sponsorshipCitizens or permanent residents only

Core

Analyze rotating components for structural margin, life, deflection, and growth in Valar's power generation turbomachinery to define manufacturable, high-efficiency, robust designs.

Role type

Turbomachinery structures engineer

Builds

Power generation turbomachinery systems for high-temperature nuclear reactors

Domain

Nuclear energy / Turbomachinery

Required skills

Structural analysis of rotating components, FEA (Ansys, Nastran, Abaqus), High-speed rotating equipment design, System architecture definition

Preferred skills

Creep resistant alloys selection, Casting or forging processes, Supercritical CO2 systems

Technologies

Ansys, Nastran, Abaqus

Responsibilities

Analyze turbomachinery components for structural margin and life, Quantify turbomachinery deflection and growth in operation, Partner with cross-functional partners to define required clearances

Seniority

Mid-level, hands-on IC