What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lab Engineer (Fuel Fabrication) position at Averro?
Employment Type: Full-time
Job Site: Onsite
City/State: Everett, WA
Pay Rate Range: $50-110 / hr
Benefits: Medical insurance, 401K, sick leave, and employee assistance program. Depending on your package selection, Averro offers PTO, paid holidays, dental/vision, pet, and legal insurance.
ROLE & RESPONSIBILITIES
We are seeking a highly motivated Fuel Fabrication Engineer to join the Injection Casting Development team. This role is part of a high-functioning team of engineers focused on process development for nuclear fuel fabrication for sodium-cooled fast reactors. Responsibilities include laboratory-based process development, chemical analysis, and acting as custodian of laboratory equipment and samples.
- Perform a wide range of laboratory-based research and development activities to support initiatives.
- Generate test reports documenting analytical chemistry and resulting data to capture new knowledge related to fuel design and qualification.
- Act as custodian and expert operator of laboratory equipment (e.g., C/N/O analyzer, ICP-MS), including developing procedures and training users.
- Perform characterization for a wide range of sample specimens.
- Assist with the design, fabrication, and operation of custom laboratory experiments.
- Safely handle radiological material samples in accordance with company processes and state law.
ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS
- A B.S. degree; or an advanced degree with related experience, or equivalent experience. A degree in Materials Science/Engineering, Chemistry, or a related technical discipline is preferred.
- Demonstrated hands-on laboratory experience is required.
- Laboratory management experience, such as maintaining spaces and equipment or training users, is preferred but not required.
- Ability to work with minimal direction to solve complex problems.
- Strong communication skills, integrity, and teamwork-oriented mindset.
BONUS QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience with chemical analysis and characterization methods.
- Familiarity with handling radiological materials.
WHY AVERRO?
Averro is a Veteran-Owned organization dedicated to delivering innovative talent solutions, business consulting, and technology services that propel businesses and careers forward. We live by our ethos: Be Curious | Build Trust | Empower Each Other. These values are reflected in our commitment to client satisfaction, timely support, and unmatched consultant care. Our Aim – Your Ascent.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Averro is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal obligations. Employment decisions are made without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, or citizenship status.
Salary : $50 - $110
