Senior Materials Engineer

Location: Remote
Compensation: Hourly
Reviewed: Mon, Jan 12, 2026
This job expires in: 30 days

Job Summary

A company is looking for a Senior Materials Engineer to join a high-performing team focused on materials processing and supplier qualification for sodium-cooled fast reactors.

Key Responsibilities
  • Lead technical development of suppliers to enhance technology readiness of materials for the Natrium reactor core
  • Develop material and process specifications for specialized materials and product forms
  • Collaborate with suppliers and design teams to ensure product performance meets requirements
Required Qualifications
  • Minimum of 6 years of experience with a Bachelor's degree, or 3 years with a Master's degree in Materials Science/Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field
  • Strong understanding of metallurgy and processing of ferrous and nonferrous alloys
  • Experience in developing requirements specifications and providing technical oversight of supplier projects
  • Knowledge of nuclear reactor design impacts on materials is a plus
  • Ability to work independently and solve technical problems

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