Engineer (Level II - Principal)

Averro; Town of Horseheads (NY); On-site; USD 105,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401K Matching

Paid Time Off

Holidays

Job summary

Averro in the United States seeks an Engineer II - Principal to design and qualify components for radiation sensors in extreme environments. Open to Electrical, Mechanical, Ceramic, or Nuclear engineers with experience in regulated manufacturing.

You will prepare specifications, lead qualification campaigns, mentor junior staff, and collaborate across procurement, manufacturing, quality, and sales to advance new products. Security clearance eligibility required.

Qualifications

• B.S. in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Ceramic, or Nuclear) required.
• 6+ years in commercial nuclear, aerospace, defense, or scientific instrumentation.
• Advanced GD&T, mechanical design and technical writing.
• Regulated industry experience (nuclear/aerospace/space/defense/medical device).
• Ability to obtain Security Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Prepare specifications for materials, manufacturing operations, and qualification tests with limited oversight.
• Lead Class 1E qualification packages and seismic/environmental/radiation tests.
• Mentor junior engineers and review supplier qualifications.
• Collaborate with Procurement, Manufacturing, Quality, and Sales on proposals and product development.

Skills

GD&T

Mechanical design

Technical writing

Electrical testing

Manufacturing fundamentals

Education

B.S. in Engineering

Job description

Job Title: Engineer (Level II - Principal)

Pay Rate: $105K - $200K

Employment Type: Perm

Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K Matching, Paid Time Off, Holidays

ROLE & RESPONSIBILITIES

We are seeking Engineers (II - Principal) for a nuclear instrumentation manufacturer specializing in radiation sensors and extreme-environment applications. The hiring team is open to Electrical Engineers, Mechanical Engineers, Ceramic Engineers or Materials Engineers.

If you have experience in one of those 4 disciplines and come from a regulated manufacturing environment, please consider applying. This is a unique opportunity to join a company supporting clean energy technology!

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prepare and verify specifications for materials, manufacturing operations (machining, welding, brazing, ceramic sealing), and qualification tests with limited senior engineering oversight
• Author technical and test reports with ownership of Class 1E qualification packages; lead design experiments and qualification test campaigns (seismic, environmental, radiation-life testing)
• Support engineering associates on design analyses, materials selection for radiation and high-temperature environments, and specification reviews; provide informal mentorship to junior engineers
• Collaborate with Procurement, Manufacturing, Quality, and Sales on technical proposals, supplier management, production improvements, and new product development initiatives

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS

• B.S. in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Ceramic, or Nuclear preferred); 6+ years of engineering experience in commercial nuclear, aerospace, defense, or scientific instrumentation industries
• Advanced proficiency in mechanical design (GD&T, assemblies) and technical writing; intermediate proficiency in electrical testing and manufacturing fundamentals (machining, welding, brazing)
• Working knowledge of highly regulated industries (nuclear, aerospace, space, defense, medical device)
• Experienced in testing and development of products
• Experience working with outside vendors/suppliers
• Must be able to obtain a Security Clearance

BONUS QUALIFICATIONS

• MEMS or sensor design and test experience
• Nuclear industry experience

WHY AVERRO?

Averro is a veteran-owned staffing and solutions firm connecting top talent with cutting-edge companies. With 20+ years of experience and industry-specialized recruiters in your corner, we're here to propel your career forward.

Averro is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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