Entry Level Materials Engineer

Naval Nuclear Laboratory; Town of Niskayuna (NY); On-site; USD 64,000 - 98,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, Vision & Voluntary

401(k) Savings

Paid Time Off

Parental Leave

Flexible Work Schedules

Tuition Assistance

Student Debt Benefit

EAP

Wellness Program

Job summary

Naval Nuclear Laboratory is seeking a materials engineer to conduct R&D on the mechanical performance of reactor core materials, focusing on delayed hydride cracking behavior of zirconium alloys. You will design experiments, analyze data, and present results to stakeholders.

The role involves collaboration with a team on test programs, irradiated testing, and post-irradiation campaigns, with emphasis on clear technical communication and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related technical, engineering or science field.
• Master's degree in a related technical, engineering or science field.
• Experience with reactor materials and mechanical performance is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support ongoing test programs including test method development.
• Identify specimens and test conditions for irradiated testing in the Advanced Test Reactor at the Idaho National Laboratory.
• Direct post-irradiation mechanical testing and material characterization campaigns.
• Analyze, interpret, and report test results.

Skills

Materials engineering

Testing experience

Teamwork

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in technical/engineering or science

Master's degree in technical/engineering or science

Job description

About Us

Working at the Naval Nuclear Laboratory we foster pride in belonging to an organization whose culture is made up of these core values: Trust, Empowerment, and Collaboration. Our company promotes a positive culture while ensuring the safety and reliability of our nation's naval nuclear reactors, and training the Sailors who operate those reactors in the U.S. Navy's submarines and aircraft carrier Fleets.

Job Description

Expand your career in materials engineering with Naval Nuclear Laboratory. NNL is seeking an engineer to conduct research and development into mechanical performance of reactor core materials, with a focus on delayed hydride cracking behavior of zirconium alloys. Responsibilities include design of experiments, data analysis and interpretation, written and oral presentations of results, and frequent formal communications with stakeholders. Specifically, the successful candidate will collaborate with the team to:

• Support ongoing test programs including test method development
• Identify specimens and test conditions for irradiated testing in the Advanced Test Reactor at the Idaho National Laboratory
• Direct post-irradiation mechanical testing and material characterization campaigns
• Analyze, interpret, and report test results

Required Combination of Knowledge and Skill

Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university in a related technical, engineering or science field; or Masters degree from an accredited college or university in a related technical, engineering or science field.

Preferred Skills

• Degree in Materials Engineering or metallurgical Engineering focused on mechanical performance of materials
• Mechanical property testing experience
• Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment
• Demonstrated ability to clearly communicate technical information both verbally and in written format

Compensation and Benefits

• Health, Dental, Vision & Voluntary Benefits
• Disability, Life & Accident Insurance
• 401(k) Savings program & Capital Accumulation Plan
• Personal & Medical Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave
• Flexible Work Schedules
• Tuition Assistance for Eligible Employees
• Student Debt Benefit Personal Time Off Sell Program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Wellness Program
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Pay Range

$63,900.00 - $97,800.00 annually

Salary information provided is a general guideline only. Annual salary is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

The Naval Nuclear Laboratory is operated for the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) by Fluor Marine Propulsion, LLC (FMP), a wholly owned subsidiary of Fluor Corporation. Naval Nuclear Laboratory personnel are FMP employees who work at four DOE facilities: Bettis Atomic Power Laboratory, Knolls Atomic Power Laboratory, Kenneth A. Kesselring Site, and Naval Reactors Facility, and at the U.S. Department of Defense-owned Nuclear Power Training Unit-Charleston. FMP employees also have an established presence at numerous shipyards and vendor locations. For nearly 70 years, the Naval Nuclear Laboratory has developed advanced nuclear propulsion technology, provided technical support, and trained world-class nuclear operators to ensure the safe and reliable operation of our nation's submarine and aircraft carrier Fleets. The Naval Nuclear Laboratory is a national asset solely dedicated to the Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program. We rely on the dedication and innovation of our nearly 8000 engineers, scientists, technicians, and support personnel.

All candidates must be U.S. citizens. Applicants selected will be subject to a Federal background investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified matter. FMP is a government contractor and maintains a drug free workplace and workforce. All candidates must be able to pass a drug test in compliance with FMP company policy and 10 CFR 707. Marijuana is a Federal Schedule I controlled substance and illegal under Federal Law. Therefore, FMP is required to test for marijuana.

Fluor Marine Propulsion, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vets. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, sex, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other criteria protected by federal, state, or local law.