Howard Kim
About Howard Kim
Howard Kim is a Senior Process Engineer at X-energy, where he serves as the Principal Investigator for the FB-CVD project, focusing on TRISO coated fuel particles. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Physics from the University of Houston and has experience in fluidized bed chemical vapor deposition processes.
Work at X-energy
Howard Kim has been employed at X-energy since 2021, where he holds the position of Senior Process Engineer. In this role, he serves as the Principal Investigator for the FB-CVD project, which focuses on TRISO coated fuel particles. His expertise in fluidized bed chemical vapor deposition processes is integral to the development and optimization of advanced nuclear fuel technologies.
Education and Expertise
Howard Kim earned a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in Physics from the University of Houston, completing his studies from 2012 to 2016. His academic background provides a strong foundation for his work in engineering and materials science, particularly in the field of chemical vapor deposition processes.
Background
Prior to his current role at X-energy, Howard Kim worked as a Process Engineer at X-energy from 2016 to 2021, contributing to various projects at Oak Ridge National Laboratories. He also has experience as a Materials Researcher at Clarkson Aerospace Inc, where he worked from 2015 to 2016 in the Houston, Texas area. This diverse background has equipped him with a broad range of skills and knowledge in engineering and materials research.
Professional Experience
Howard Kim's professional experience includes a five-year tenure as a Process Engineer at X-energy, where he focused on the development of innovative processes for nuclear fuel. His earlier role as a Materials Researcher at Clarkson Aerospace Inc involved research and development in materials science, further enhancing his expertise in the field.