Entry-Level Materials Engineer: Mechanical Testing

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

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.