Fusion, the nuclear reaction that powers the sun and the stars, is a promising long-term option for a sustainable, non-carbon emitting global energy supply.
The ITER Organization (IO), based in the southern France, welcomes best talents who can together prepare the way to this new energy in a truly multi-cultural work environment.
We offer challenging assignments in a wide range of areas and encourage applications from candidates will all levels of experience. Applications from under-represented ITER Members' nations and women candidates are strongly encouraged, as IO strongly believes that a diversified, equitable, and inclusive workplace is crucial in solving one of the most complex scientific and engineering projects in the world today.
As the IO attracts and retains people coming from a vast array of different backgrounds and cultures, discrimination and exclusion cannot be tolerated. The IO believes it is our diverse perspectives and background that gives unique strength and value to the ITER mission, regardless of race, member nation, gender, religion, status, sexual orientation, or disability - all are welcome and respected at ITER.
ITER CARE Values (Collaboration / Accountability / Respect / Excellence):
We perform our work with care, we care for the well-being of colleagues, our families and ourselves, and we care about the health of the planet for generations to come. CARE drives our work and our behaviors at ITER.
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Application Deadline: 13/04/2025
Department: Engineering Services Department
Division / Program: Not Applicable
Section / Project: Nuclear Safety Engineering Section
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Job Grade: P2
Language Requirements: Fluent in English (written & spoken)
Contract Duration: Initial Employment Contract up to five years with possibility for extension
Overview
Are you looking for an exciting opportunity at the heart of an ambitious fusion energy project? Join us as a Nuclear Safety Engineer where your goals will include:
- Performing nuclear safety analyses regarding the potential events and hazards that could occur in the facility, in support of the ITER nuclear safety demonstration and licensing process.
- Preparing documentation in support of the ITER licensing process (e.g. safety reports).
- Providing support to the design and construction teams in the application of nuclear safety requirements arising from the analyses, verify the compliance of the systems with these safety requirements, and assess proposed modifications in relation with nuclear safety.
The Engineering Service Department provides the required skilled engineering resources or services, which are necessary for the successful completion of the ITER Project.
The Nuclear Safety Engineering section supports different IO entities requiring nuclear safety expertise, including Nuclear Safety analysis and support to designers.
Being a member of the Nuclear Safety Engineering Section, you will have the opportunity to share and develop your expertise with other colleagues working in the same discipline on different ITER units.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
Primary Responsibilities:
- Performs specific nuclear safety analyses regarding postulated initiating events, internal and external hazards, and develops the documentation associated with these analyses, and communicates outcomes to internal and external stakeholders.
- Takes editorial responsibility for relevant sections of documentation (e.g. safety report, impact study) prepared for submission to the French nuclear safety authorities as part of the ITER licensing process.
- Implements and verifies propagation of the nuclear safety requirements for all protection important systems and components within the project.
- Verifies the compliance of the identified protection important components with their defined nuclear safety requirements.
- Prepares technical responses at the request of the nuclear safety authorities during the examination of the ITER safety files, through written documents, presentations, and discussions with the authorities and their technical advisors.
Additional Responsibilities:
- Assesses the impact of design modifications from a safety standpoint.
- Collaborates with design teams to define safety engineering solutions optimized for fusion technology.
Please note that job descriptions cannot be exhaustive, and the staff member may be required to undertake other duties, which are broadly in line with the above primary responsibilities.
Experience & Competencies
Essential:
- Proven experience in practicing nuclear safety analyses regarding postulated initiating events or internal and external hazards.
- Nuclear Safety: In-depth knowledge of the principles and methodologies (e.g. safety classification, internal hazards methodologies) of nuclear safety, understanding of their use and experience in their application.
- Drafting and Reviewing Documents: Ability to make clear summaries and synthesis of documents and to write reports, in particular for documenting the safety analyses performed.
Desirable:
- Licensing: Experience in interfacing with regulators.
- Quality Control: