Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Protingent Staffing provides engineering and IT talent and is seeking a Materials Engineer for a contract opportunity. The role supports reactor development programs through materials selection, scientific analysis, testing, technical specification development, and procurement support for engineered components and systems.
Responsibilities
- Interface with project teams to provide material selection, processes, and requirements for Company's reactor development programs
- Perform scientific analysis of reports and test data (e.g., metallography, non-destructive inspection, mechanical properties, ductility) and generate technical specifications to document new knowledge related to reactor design and qualification
- Oversee test programs designed to develop an understanding of complex mechanical phenomena (e.g. creep, fatigue, creep fatigue, stress corrosion cracking, and fracture) in sodium cooled fast reactor plant materials such as steel alloys
- Provide materials engineering support for the procurement of engineered components and systems including leading technical development of suppliers to increase technology readiness level of key components
Skills
- Minimum of 3 years of related experience with a B.S. degree; or an advanced degree with related experience, or equivalent experience
- A degree in Materials Science/Engineering or a related technical discipline is desired
- Prior experience in materials development, testing, and characterization for a nuclear reactor environment is desirable
- Experience developing material processing specifications, evaluating material selections and reviewing vendor material definitions
- An understanding of complex mechanical phenomena (e.g., creep, fatigue, creep fatigue, stress corrosion cracking, and fracture) in high temperature systems
- The successful candidate will possess a high degree of trust and integrity, communicate openly and display respect, and a desire to foster teamwork
- Travel Required: 0-10%
- 100% Remote Acceptable
- Export control regulations require candidates to be a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Legal Permanent Resident, or of a protected person status
- Experience qualifying materials for service in highly regulated applications is preferred
- Experience with ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code (BPVC) is preferred
- Strong communication skills desired
Benefits
- 100% Remote Acceptable
- Insurance plan options (HDHP plan or POS plan)
- Education/certification reimbursement
- Pre-tax commuter benefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- An administered 401k plan
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