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Materials Characterization Engineer

oak ridge, tn • Posted 5 days ago
Onsite Full Time Telecommunication & Information Technology

Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, 401(k) with up to 5% match, unlimited PTO, paid holidays, parental leave, and relocation assistance.

Role & Responsibilities

We are seeking a Materials Characterization Engineer for an advanced nuclear fuel developer which would be a great opportunity for someone with experience in mechanical testing and NDE looking to further their career in nuclear materials.

  • Define capabilities, equipment, and commissioning plans for a new advanced fuels lab
  • Develop mechanical-testing methods for brittle ceramics, SiC, and coated particles
  • Develop NDE approaches (micro-CT, radiography, ultrasonics) for defect detection
  • Perform specimen preparation, testing, and data analysis
  • Coordinate external labs and transfer methods in-house

Essential Qualifications

  • Experience in mechanical testing, NDE, materials characterization, advanced ceramics, SiC, or nuclear materials
  • Hands-on method development, equipment operation, and troubleshooting; brittle-material mechanics knowledge
  • Advanced degree in Materials Science, Ceramic, Mechanical, or Nuclear Engineering

Bonus Qualifications

  • Ph.D.; TRISO, FCM, or nuclear fuel materials experience
  • Lab commissioning, equipment procurement, and micro-CT or nanoindentation experience
  • ASME NQA-1, lab QA, or specimen traceability familiarity

Averro is an equal opportunity employer.

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Materials Characterization Engineer in oak ridge at Unknown Company

This position is listed as full time and onsite.

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