Daniel Strohmeyer, Chp
About Daniel Strohmeyer, Chp
Daniel Strohmeyer is a Lead Nuclear Safety Analyst Engineer at X-energy, with extensive experience in health physics and nuclear safety. He has held various roles in organizations such as the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission and Bechtel Marine Propulsion Corporation, and he holds a Master of Science in Health/Medical Physics from Texas A&M University.
Current Role at X-energy
Daniel Strohmeyer serves as the Lead, Nuclear Safety Analyst Engineer at X-energy, a position he has held since 2022. He works remotely from Rockville, Maryland. In this role, he chairs the PIRT Working Groups, overseeing multiple technical working groups focused on nuclear safety. He leads the Reactor Building High Impact Team, which is responsible for planning, facilitating meetings, directing actions, and finalizing reports. Additionally, he manages the Radiation Protection Working Group, concentrating on the estimation of normal operation and safety analysis doses.
Previous Experience at U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission
Prior to his current role, Strohmeyer worked at the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission from 2014 to 2022. His positions included Health Physics Inspector and License Reviewer in the Greater Chicago Area, where he served for five years. He also worked as a Human Factors Engineer and Risk Analyst at the headquarters for three years. During his tenure, he developed site-specific dispersion factors and determined public effluent releases. He briefly held the role of Health Physicist from 2021 to 2022.
Education and Expertise
Strohmeyer earned a Master of Science (MS) in Health/Medical Physics from Texas A&M University, where he studied from 2007 to 2009. He also obtained a Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Radiological Health Engineering from the same institution. His educational background provides a strong foundation in health physics and radiological safety, which supports his professional roles in nuclear safety and regulatory compliance.
Career Background in Nuclear Safety
Before joining X-energy, Strohmeyer held various positions that contributed to his expertise in nuclear safety. He worked as a Health Physicist/Emergency Planner at Bechtel Marine Propulsion Corporation from 2011 to 2014. He also served as a Research Assistant at Los Alamos National Laboratory in 2008. His early career included two years in the U.S. Navy as MM/ELT from 2001 to 2003, which provided him with foundational knowledge in engineering and safety protocols.
Recognitions and Contributions
Strohmeyer has received multiple Game Changer Awards for his contributions to the field of nuclear safety. His work in various organizations has demonstrated a commitment to advancing safety protocols and improving regulatory practices within the nuclear industry. He also serves as the DevonWay Administrator, specializing in data analytics and dashboard creation, further showcasing his technical skills and leadership in the field.