Nigel Burrow
About Nigel Burrow
Nigel Burrow is a Senior System Engineer currently employed at X-energy in Rockville, Maryland. He has extensive experience in engineering, having previously worked at Bechtel Power and Eskom, among other companies.
Work at X-energy
Nigel Burrow has been employed at X-energy as a Senior System Engineer since 2020. His role involves overseeing system engineering processes and contributing to the development of advanced nuclear technology. X-energy focuses on innovative energy solutions, and Burrow's expertise supports the company's mission to enhance energy efficiency and safety in nuclear power generation.
Previous Experience at Bechtel Power
Before joining X-energy, Nigel Burrow worked at Bechtel Power as a Senior Control and Instrumentation Engineer from 2001 to 2019. During his 18 years at Bechtel, he was involved in various projects that required extensive knowledge of control systems and instrumentation, contributing to the successful execution of power generation projects in Reston, Virginia.
Career at Eskom
Nigel Burrow served as Chief Engineer at Eskom from 1998 to 2000. In this role, he was responsible for overseeing engineering operations and ensuring the reliability and efficiency of power generation systems. His experience at Eskom provided him with a solid foundation in the energy sector, particularly in large-scale power generation.
Role at Provecta Process Automation
After his tenure at Bechtel, Nigel Burrow worked as Principal Engineer at Provecta Process Automation for a period of 9 months in 2019 to 2020. In this position, he applied his engineering expertise to improve automation processes and enhance operational efficiency within the organization.
Education and Expertise
Nigel Burrow earned a Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Engineering from the University of Cape Town, studying from 1978 to 1983. His educational background has equipped him with a strong foundation in engineering principles, which he has applied throughout his career in various roles within the power generation and automation sectors.