Computational Scientist: AI, HPC & Multiphysics

Battelle Energy Alliance; Idaho Falls (ID); On-site; USD 66,504 - 162,732; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Relocation package

Job summary

Idaho National Laboratory is hiring a Computational Scientist to work on the Computational Frameworks team. The role operates on a 9x80 schedule at REC or on site in Salt Lake City with every other Friday off.

The pay range is Level 1 ($66,504 - $136,356) and Level 2 ($79,344 - $162,732). INL emphasizes collaboration across DOE labs, academia, and industry for advanced computational research.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in nuclear science, materials science, computational engineering, computational applied mechanics, computer science, engineering, physics, mathematics, or related field.
• Proficiency in C++, Python, and object-oriented programming; experience with finite-element methods and nonlinear analysis.
• US citizenship or Green Card due to export control restrictions.
• Experience leading multidisciplinary programs and coordinating complex projects.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams across DOE Labs, academia, and industry to advance AI-driven scientific discovery.
• Develop, implement, and optimize AI models and computational tools for research in energy, materials, quantum science, and national security.
• Document work thoroughly, including technical reports, user manuals, and research papers.
• Provide technical leadership for national DOE programs.
• Coordinate project activities, deliverables, and milestones.

Skills

C++

Python

Object-oriented programming

Finite element methods

High-performance computing

Education

Bachelor of Science in nuclear science

Bachelor of Science in materials science

Bachelor of Science in computational engineering

Advanced degree in nuclear science

Tools

Engineering software development tools

Job description

Idaho National Laboratory is hiring a Computational Scientist to work on the Computational Frameworks team. The role operates on a 9x80 schedule at REC or on site in Salt Lake City with every other Friday off.

The pay range is Level 1 ($66,504 - $136,356) and Level 2 ($79,344 - $162,732). INL emphasizes collaboration across DOE labs, academia, and industry for advanced computational research.