Materials Engineer

• Work with characterization, quality, and engineering teams to evaluate material properties, product quality, and process performance
• Review characterization data, process data, test results, and production observations to identify trends and technical conclusions
• Support root cause investigations related to material behavior, process variability, yield loss, or product performance
• Help define testing needs, acceptance criteria, and evaluation methods for development activities
• Translate technical findings into clear recommendations for engineering, manufacturing, and leadership stakeholders

• Contribute to the design, selection, installation, and refinement of processing systems, tooling, fixtures, and test equipment
• Work with mechanical, process, manufacturing, and facilities engineers to support development projects and scale-up efforts
• Support equipment readiness, process trials, commissioning activities, and troubleshooting of development or pilot-scale systems
• Provide input on equipment capability, maintainability, process reliability, material handling, and scale-up considerations
• Assist with technical specifications, process descriptions, equipment requirements, and process control methods

• Document procedures, process parameters, test plans, observations, results, conclusions, and recommended next steps in accordance with company and quality expectations
• Prepare technical summaries, development reports, process documentation, and supporting materials for internal review
• Communicate technical findings, risks, issues, and recommendations clearly to engineering, development, manufacturing, quality, and operations teams
• Participate in cross-functional problem-solving, technical reviews, project planning, and process improvement activities
• Maintain strong attention to safety, quality, documentation, and technical rigor in all development work

• Bachelor’s degree in Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, Ceramic Engineering, Nuclear Engineering, Chemistry, or a related technical field; advanced degree preferred
• 3+ years of experience in materials development, chemical processing, advanced manufacturing, process development, pilot-scale production, or related technical environments
• Experience with nuclear fuels, ceramic materials, powders, high-temperature materials, uranium-bearing materials, or comparable advanced materials preferred
• Relevant adjacent experience in advanced ceramics, specialty materials, batteries, semiconductors, aerospace materials, additive manufacturing, chemical process development, or high-temperature manufacturing will be considered
• Hands-on experience with processing equipment, test campaigns, pilot systems, laboratory systems, or manufacturing development activities
• Strong understanding of material behavior, process variables, experimental methods, process controls, and scale-up challenges
• Ability to evaluate process performance, yield, repeatability, product quality, and material properties using data and technical judgment
• Strong documentation, communication, problem-solving, and cross-functional collaboration skills

• Disability and Life Insurance
• 401(k) Plan
• Paid Time Off and Holidays

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.

• Work is performed in a combination of laboratory, manufacturing, and office settings.
• May involve standing for extended periods, working around equipment, or handling materials.
• Use of personal protective equipment (PPE) may be required.

Standard Nuclear embraces equal opportunity and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability, or any other legally protected status.

To conform to U.S.

Government export regulations, applicants must be U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents, protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S.

of State.