Valar Atomics

Overview

Valar Atomics is seeking a Welding Engineer to lead the development and implementation of welding processes for advanced reactor systems and nuclear fabrication. The company aims to make clean, high-temperature nuclear power scalable and is focused on building a robust manufacturing capability for nuclear hardware.

Responsibilities

• Develop and qualify welding procedures in accordance with ASME Section IX and nuclear fabrication standards.
• Support fabrication and inspection of pressure vessels, reactor vessels, heat exchangers, piping systems, and pressure-retaining components.
• Collaborate with design engineers on weld joint design, material selection, and fabrication requirements.
• Establish weld maps, traveler documentation, traceability systems, and fabrication records for nuclear-quality manufacturing.
• Support implementation of NQA-1 quality requirements and manufacturing controls.
• Interface with Authorized Inspectors, third-party inspectors, and regulatory stakeholders.
• Develop welding specifications for various materials including stainless steels and nickel alloys.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Welding Engineering, Materials Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Metallurgical Engineering, or equivalent.
• 3+ years of welding engineering experience in relevant industries.
• Demonstrated experience developing and qualifying WPS/PQRs under ASME Section IX.
• Strong understanding of weld metallurgy, heat treatment, distortion control, and residual stress management.
• Experience supporting fabrication of pressure-retaining hardware and code-stamped components.
• Knowledge of NDE methods including RT, UT, PAUT, TOFD, PT, and MT.
• Experience with root-cause analysis and weld failure investigations.
• Ability to read and interpret ASME, AWS, and engineering specifications.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary
• Equity ownership in a rapidly growing advanced energy company
• Comprehensive medical benefits
• Free daily lunch and dinner provided onsite
• High-impact startup environment with significant ownership and autonomy
• Opportunities for rapid career growth and internal advancement
• Direct collaboration with experienced operators, engineers, and industry leaders