Managing the Probabilistic Risk Assessment group, which is assigned the responsibility of risk-informing the design of X-energy's High Temperature Gas Reactor, Xe-100. The PRA group is a collaboration of X-energy PRA engineers and contractors tasked with building and applying PRA models to the design using NEI 18-04 and the ASME/ANS Advanced Non-LWR PRA Standard.

Promoted to apply plant operations experience and drive continuous improvement related to the meticulousness and accuracy of PRA calculations while providing real-world framework to a team comprised of 30 engineers and analysts. Responsible for calculating and building multi-hazard models utilized when uncovering, measuring, and mitigating potential risks associated with varied scenarios and potential hazards, including human error. • Recipient of the James B. Duke Award in 2018, the highest honor offered by the organization and for recognition of work on a children’s book, and the Corporate Operational Excellence Award in 2019 for performance on a Significance Determination Process (SDP) for an event at Catawba Nuclear Station. • Led and supported several Significance Determination Processes (SDPs) and Notice of Enforcement Discretions (NOEDs); collaborated and communicated with the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) as well as external organizations like EPRI and other utilities while operating cross-departmentally at sites. Achieved on-time Green Risk/Acceptable Risk conclusions that were accepted by the NRC. • Updated Level 1 & 2 PRA models and equipment reliability databases in accordance with ASME/ANS standards through partnership with other PRA engineers. • Championed the delivery of a high-profile flooding model and draining analysis associated with the Harris Nuclear Plant. • Rebuilt Human Reliability Analysis (HRA) models and applied Operator knowledge; enhanced the software’s utilization, streamlined the process, and allowed the software to automatically compare Operator actions. • Serves as part of a team charged with improving a database used in tracking errors and improvements. • Modernizes and improves PRA applications such as the Risk Informed In-Service Inspection program, Maintenance Rule, and Electronic Risk Assessment Tool (ERAT) – Phoenix. • Generates information and data in support of a high wind study.

Recruited to monitor and operate local aspects of the newest U.S.-based nuclear power plant, implement clearances, and maintain optimal emergency response proficiency and training. Drove process improvements, troubleshot, identified and solved system problems, and coached and mentored colleagues and cross-functional team members. • Achieved full Non-Licensed Operator (NLO) qualification in all watch stations at a three-loop, pressurized water reactor, including the Radioactive Waste Control Room. • Devised 50+ Procedure Review Requests during tenure to clarify and enhance processes; became certified in writing procedures/clearances and conducting technical reviews, LLRT, and VT-2 testing. • Upgraded from CFL to LED lighting; delivered a cost and labor reduction while mitigating fire-related risks throughout the plant. • Discovered an issue with the air compressor after-coolers, which was creating moisture in the Instrument Air System, along with a discrepancy in two service water pump startup processes; created a more efficient, automated method for running a 904-ton water chiller package and reduced the need for manual labor. • Invited to present on communication skills to 80 engineers at the first biannual U.S. conference for the International Youth Nuclear Congress (IYNC) and the North American Young Generation in Nuclear (NAYGN) annual meeting.

• Applied FORTRAN tools (ORIGEN and SCALE) in the support of a nuclear fuel study. • Edited and completed a new vendor’s nuclear fuel analysis report for Koeberg Nuclear Power Station.