Nuclear Materials Engineer | Hybrid Role & Hands-On Testing

Westinghouse Electric Company; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); Hybrid; USD 85,200 - 106,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Medical benefits

Wellness Programs

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Vacations and Holidays

Flexible Work Arrangements

Educational Reimbursement

Global Recognition and Service

Employee Referral Program

Job summary

Westinghouse Electric Company in Churchill, PA, is seeking a Materials Engineer to apply materials science knowledge to develop nuclear materials. You will translate engineering requirements into test plans, develop analyses, and prepare reports, reporting to the Materials and Fuel Rod Design Manager.

This hybrid role involves collaboration with national labs, universities, and industry groups, with two days on site weekly. Local candidates only; no sponsorship or relocation.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in a engineering role
• Bachelor's degree in engineering, Materials Science or Chemical Engineering preferred
• Experience with zirconium-based alloys is ideal
• Customer-oriented mindset and strong technical writing ability

Responsibilities

• Verify work of other engineers on assignments ranging from basic to complex
• Provide technical guidance and collaborate with national labs, universities, and industry groups
• Apply engineering thoughtfulness to problem resolution with literature review
• Support development of advanced materials and manufacturing processes
• Support hands-on material testing programs in a lab environment
• Interface with customers, national labs, and universities for collaborative programs
• Participate in multi-discipline groups to achieve goals
• Conduct statistical analysis of test data results
• Develop and deliver presentations to communicate status and resolutions

Skills

Customer orientation

Technical writing

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering (Materials Science or Chemical Engineering)

Job description

Westinghouse Electric Company in Churchill, PA, is seeking a Materials Engineer to apply materials science knowledge to develop nuclear materials. You will translate engineering requirements into test plans, develop analyses, and prepare reports, reporting to the Materials and Fuel Rod Design Manager.

This hybrid role involves collaboration with national labs, universities, and industry groups, with two days on site weekly. Local candidates only; no sponsorship or relocation.