Dhruv Sachani

Dhruv Sachani is a Mechanical Systems Design Engineer specializing in Advanced Technology Programs at BWX Technologies, Inc. since April 2022, where responsibilities include designing thermal fluid systems for a mobile micro reactor aimed at generating 1-5 MW electrical power over a three-year operational lifespan, marking the first electricity-generating Generation IV nuclear reactor in the United States. Prior experience includes a role as Mechanical/Nuclear Engineer 2 at Huntington Ingalls Industries, Inc. from July 2017 to March 2022, overseeing the cradle-to-grave design process of fluids and ventilation systems, and designing piping systems for handling radioactive materials. Earlier roles include Nuclear Engineer 1 focused on project engineering and an internship in Probabilistic Risk Analysis at Dominion. Academic qualifications consist of a Master of Engineering in Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering from the University of Virginia and a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical and Nuclear Engineering from Virginia Commonwealth University.