Faisal Y. Odeh

Faisal Y. Odeh is an Independent Nuclear Analyst at Holtec International, specializing in nuclear modeling and analysis with an emphasis on light-water small modular reactor (SMR) core design. Faisal has extensive experience as a Lead Nuclear Engineer, where responsibilities included developing the SMR-160 core loading pattern and preparing safety analysis reports. Previous roles include Senior Nuclear Engineer, focusing on radiation shielding design, and Nuclear Engineer at Niowave, Inc., where development of a hybrid fast/thermal spectrum subcritical testbed was undertaken. Faisal began academic work as a Graduate Research Assistant at Purdue University, investigating fuel cycle optimization, and holds a Master's and Bachelor's Degree in Nuclear Engineering from the same institution.