Design Engineer Core & Fuel Studies

Brussels

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Are you ready to make a difference? Then we look forward to meeting you!

What we offer

• Tractebel is more than a place to work. It's your chance to evolve alongside top experts on impactful projects around the world. It's an environment built on team spirit, where you can reach your highest potential. Management actively supports the development of its people, and the opportunities for growth within the ENGIE Group are wide open.
• We offer a competitive salary package including representation allowances, double paid holidays, meal vouchers, eco cheques, bonuses, health insurance, PC purchase plan, ENGIE stock options, and more.
• Our mobility plans are customizable to your needs, including a company car, train pass, bike lease, or combinations thereof. You can also swap your company car for the flexible and tax-friendly Belgian Mobility Budget! **
• Flexible, hybrid arrangements enable working from home (2-3 days per week), on-site or on the go. Tractebel participates in your home office expenses, through advantageous purchase programs and generous contributions to your internet and mobile plans.
• Holidays: 20 legal days + 12 compensatory leave days (for a full-time work schedule). You can also buy 5 extra days for even more relaxation.
• To celebrate our successes, and just have fun, we get together for team sports, afterworks, team -building activities, our annual party, and more.

Your mission

As Design Engineer in our Core & Fuel Studies department you will contribute to our mission everyday by playing a crucial role.
The "Core and Fuel Studies" Group within the "Nuclear Processes" Competence Centre is a multidisciplinary team working both on the nuclear fuel and the preparation of the dismantling activities. As such the Core & Fuel Studies Group is in charge of the Tractebel activities related to the fuel cycle, core design, safety evaluation and core operational support for nuclear reactors for the Belgian Utility. The team performs criticality and shielding calculation for the spent fuel, as well as activation calculations in support of the waste characterization in preparation of the dismantling activities.
To manage these activities the group is subdivided into three operational subgroups:
i) Cycles Studies, incorporating Cycle Studies activities
ii) Neutronic studies & Tools: incorporating all activities related to Criticality, Shielding, Activation, Residual Heat and Fuel Data Base(s)
iii) Core Multiphysics, Methods & Support, encompassing cross-cutting activities and common projects within the range of Core & Fuel Studies expertise

Your key responsibilities

The team is currently looking for a Design Engineer.

While focused on neutron studies, the job includes a wide range of applications:

• Engineering studies in the domain of core and fuel physics using industry-standard methods and simulation codes;
• Neutron activation studies;
• Radiation transport and shielding calculations;
• Spent fuel characterization;
• Fluence, source terms and decay heat calculations;
• Safety-criticality assessments;
• Various neutronic studies related to spent fuel casks;
• Writing Engineering / synthesis reports of your analyzes.

We would love to hear from people with

• You have a good theoretical background of nuclear systems and core physics phenomena.
• You are keen to develop a technical expertise and ready to invest yourself in the physics simulation codes and methods.
• You're eligible to obtain authorization of the competent authorities to work with Monte Carlo code. A practical proficiency in neutronics and Monte Carlo calculations would be an asset.
• You have proficiency in IT (with an emphasis python programming), or are willing to learn this quickly.
• You are fluent in Dutch or French, with a good knowledge of English. And you are able to use these languages to write clear technical synthesis reports and for easy communication.
• You are a civil specialized in nuclear energy or nuclear physics

Who you are

• You apply self-verification with a rigorous mind and you deliver quality within tight schedules.
• You are good listener, dynamic and you like teamworking.

Who we are

Our top priorities are people, ethics, safety, and sustainability. With Tractebel, you are uniquely positioned to make a positive impact on global net-zero targets. The driving force behind reaching these goals is our greatest asset: you. Our people come first, and our strength is in our diversity. Because diversity leads to fresh perspectives that drive performance and innovation! Therefore, we welcome all applicants and remain committed to an inclusive workplace.
Find out more about Tractebel, our activities and why you should join us here!

As part of the 96,000-strong ENGIE Group, your career path in pioneering low-carbon solutions around the world knows no limits. Every day is your opportunity to shape a more sustainable world.
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