Process Engineer (New Grad)

General Matter, Inc.; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 96,000 - 106,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock options

Medical coverage

Vision coverage

Dental coverage

401(k) plan

Job summary

General Matter, Inc. in Los Angeles is seeking a Process Engineer to support development, optimization, and scaling of chemical processes for nuclear fuel cycle operations.

This role offers a chance to work in a multidisciplinary environment and contribute to safe, efficient engineering solutions. Ideal candidates have a chemical engineering background and are eager to learn, with hands-on skills in thermodynamics, transport phenomena, and data analysis.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in chemical/mechanical/nuclear engineering or related field.
• 0-5 years of experience in nuclear safety or similar high-hazard environments.
• Strong understanding of thermodynamics, heat and mass transfer, fluid mechanics, and reaction kinetics.
• Proficiency in problem-solving, data analysis, and effective technical communication.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, and collaboration across teams.

Responsibilities

• Support the development of new processes and the design of unit operations for nuclear fuel production facilities.
• Lead pilot-scale testing initiatives and contribute to process modeling and data analysis.
• Execute engineering assignments under guidance, leveraging knowledge of thermodynamics, fluid flow, heat and mass transfer, and reaction kinetics.
• Prepare and present reports, summaries, test plans, and other documentation to communicate project progress and findings.
• Contribute to the preparation of engineering documents, such as design requirements, engineering specifications, and procedural documentation.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including manufacturing, operations, and safety to support design and operational objectives.
• Participate in technical reviews as a presenter or reviewer, offering insights and solutions for project challenges.

Skills

Thermodynamics

Heat transfer

Mass transfer

Fluid mechanics

Reaction kinetics

Problem solving

Data analysis

Technical communication

Collaboration

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Nuclear Engineering, or related field

Tools

Process modeling tools

Job description

General Matter is enriching uranium in America.

Our goal is to design, build, and operate the world’s lowest-cost enrichment services in the United States.

Our mission is to restore America’s ability to produce nuclear fuel—fuel that will power AI, advanced manufacturing, critical industries, and the next generation of nuclear reactors.

Ultimately, our work will help power national ambitions and enable a high-energy society.

We were incubated by Founders Fund, like Anduril and Palantir before us, and are backed by top-tier investors. Our lean, world-class team of engineers and operators is applying a first-principles approach to solving the problem of nuclear fuel production.

We are a mission-driven company with a culture of urgency, accountability, and transparency.

Help us build a high-energy society by making the cleanest, safest form of baseload energy the most affordable.

About This Role

We are seeking a Process Engineer to support the development optimization, and scaling of chemical processes for nuclear fuel cycle operations. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work in a multidisciplinary environment, contributing to safe and efficient engineering solutions in advanced energy production. Ideal candidates will demonstrate a foundational understanding of chemical engineering principles and a willingness to learn and grow within the field.

Responsibilities

• Support the development of new processes and the design of unit operations for nuclear fuel production facilities.
• Lead pilot-scale testing initiatives and contribute to process modeling and data analysis.
• Execute engineering assignments under guidance, leveraging knowledge of thermodynamics, fluid flow, heat and mass transfer, and reaction kinetics.
• Prepare and present reports, summaries, test plans, and other documentation to communicate project progress and findings.
• Contribute to the preparation of engineering documents, such as design requirements, engineering specifications, and procedural documentation.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including manufacturing, operations, and safety to support design and operational objectives.
• Participate in technical reviews as a presenter or reviewer, offering insights and solutions for project challenges.

Basic Qualifications

• Evidence of exceptional ability (prior projects, portfolio of work, completed products, etc)
• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Nuclear Engineering, or a related field. Advanced degrees (MS, MBA, or PhD) may substitute for years of experience, depending on the degree level.
• 0-5 years of experience in experience in nuclear safety, process safety, or similar high-hazard environments.
• Strong understanding of core engineering principles, including thermodynamics, heat and mass transfer, fluid mechanics, and reaction kinetics.
• Familiarity with engineering design processes and technical documentation.
• Proficiency in problem-solving, data analysis, and effective technical communication.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, for conveying technical safety data to diverse audiences.
  Ability to work collaboratively across engineering, operations, and licensing teams.

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Experience in a fast-paced engineering environment or a highly technical role requiring a resourceful, entrepreneurial approach to complete tasks within tight timeframes or budget constraints.
• Relevant internship or co-op experience in industries such as nuclear, chemical, petroleum, or aerospace.
• Exposure to process modeling tools.
• Knowledge or experience with vacuum systems, cryogenics, compressible flow, or nuclear chemical processes.
• Strong interest in contributing to innovative projects in the nuclear energy or advanced chemical processing fields.

Additional Requirements

• Ability to work extended hours and weekends as necessary.

Equal Opportunity Employer

General Matter is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with General Matter is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

Compensation and Benefits

The base salary range for this role is $96,000-$106,000 annually.

Compensation bands are determined by role, level, location, and alignment with market data. Individual level and base pay is determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on job-related skills, education, experience, technical capabilities and internal equity. Please note that the stated salary range is an estimate and may be adjusted based on market conditions, business needs, or other factors. In addition to base salary, for full-time hires, you may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of stock options, and access to medical, vision & dental coverage as well as access to a 401(k) retirement plan.