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Keng-Yen Chiang

Keng-Yen Chiang

Nuclear Engineer
Taoyuan, Taiwan

Summary

With a decade of experience as an Associate Nuclear Engineer specializing in nuclear safety, I bring extensive expertise in transient simulation, regulatory affairs, thermal-hydraulics, severe accidents, licensing processes, and data acquisitions for SMR designs. My professional journey, spanning roles in both nuclear regulatory agencies and research institutions, uniquely positions me with a well-rounded perspective. These diverse experiences have equipped me with a comprehensive understanding of nuclear engineering principles and their practical applications. I've successfully overseen and/or conducted research projects, including the application of codes such as RELAP5-3D and MELCOR for transient simulations. In addition, my proficiency in reactor physics is complemented by hands-on coursework, utilizing both deterministic (Simulate-3, SPNDYN) and Monte Carlo (OpenMC) core modeling codes, including experiences in executing neutronic/thermal-hydraulics coupled simulations using PARCS/PATHS. Seeking to apply my passion for advanced reactor designs and dedication to continual learning, I aim to facilitate effective international collaborations. My cultural familiarity with Asia adds value to conducting safety analyses, regulatory affairs, and market expansions.

Skills

  • Thermal Hydraulics
  • Transient Simulation
  • Severe Accident
  • Reactor Physics
  • Core Modeling
  • Regulatory Affairs
  • Nuclear Safety
  • Decommissioning
  • Project Management
  • Training and Mentoring

Work History

Associate Researcher

National Atomic Research Institute (Previous Institute Of Nuclear Energy Research)
2020.01 - Current
  • Leads the team in developing strategies to improve cyclotron availability utilizing Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA), providing recommendations for addressing potential component failures through preventive actions, and preparing for application of additional risk-based methods.
  • Wrote research papers, reports, reviews, and summaries regarding on regulatory applicability and improvement recommendations for domestic decommissioning nuclear power plants in their extended pre-defueled phases against beyond-design-basis events (10 CFR 50.155-based).
  • Worked as member of cross-functional teams to gather and investigate safety design principles and licensing issues related to SMRs in highly collaborative work environment.

Associate Research Fellow

Nuclear Safety Commission (Previous Atomic Energy Council)
2013.01 - 2019.12
  • Issued official documents providing instructions and guidance to domestic nuclear power plants for their post-Fukushima enhancement activities while tracking and monitoring their progress to ensure regulatory compliance.
  • Delivered lectures on nuclear power systems, thermal hydraulics, and probabilistic risk assessment for colleagues without a nuclear background, while also completing training in media communication.
  • Represented Taiwan at the OECD-NEA meeting focused on decommissioning and delivered a presentation on the nation's progress and status updates, alongside other countries sharing their decommissioning experiences.
  • Conducted transient simulations to investigate the effects of system availability, mitigation strategy as well as operating conditions on core uncovery/damage for a domestic PWR under Fukushima‐like situation.

Education

Master of Science - Nuclear Science And Engineering

Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Cambridge, MA
06.2012

Master of Science - Nuclear Engineering

National Tsing Hua University
Hsinchu, Taiwan
07.2009

Bachelor of Science - Engineering And System Science

National Tsing Hua University
Hsinchu, Taiwan
06.2007

Certification

Deterministic Modelling of Nuclear Reactor Multiphysics

  • Deterministic core modeling, MATLAB, Multiphysics

Core Modelling for Core Design

  • Simulate-3, SPNDYN, PARCS/PATHS, OpenMC

Nuclear Power Plant Inspector

FMEA Specialist

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate

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