Nuclear Materials Engineer — High-Temp Alloys

Hadron Energy, Inc.; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy technology company is seeking a Materials Engineer in San Francisco to lead material selection and testing for nuclear applications. The role requires expertise in materials science and over 5 years of experience. Candidates should possess a degree in Materials Science or a related field and have a passion for innovation in clean energy. This full-time position offers a competitive pay range of $100,000 to $150,000 annually.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in materials development, preferably within nuclear or aerospace industries.
• Strong understanding of metallurgy, thermal‑mechanical behavior, and material degradation mechanisms.
• Excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead material selection and qualification for nuclear components.
• Conduct material property analysis and testing.
• Collaborate with design teams to meet performance requirements.

Skills

Materials development

Metallurgy

Thermal‑mechanical analysis

Material testing methods

Problem-solving

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Materials Science or related field

PhD (preferred for senior roles)

Tools

Microstructural analysis (SEM, EDS)

Non‑destructive evaluation (NDE)

Job description

A leading energy technology company is seeking a Materials Engineer in San Francisco to lead material selection and testing for nuclear applications. The role requires expertise in materials science and over 5 years of experience. Candidates should possess a degree in Materials Science or a related field and have a passion for innovation in clean energy. This full-time position offers a competitive pay range of $100,000 to $150,000 annually.