What are the responsibilities and job description for the Nuclear Fuel Materials Engineer position at INL?
Description
Idaho National Laboratory is hiring a Nuclear Fuel Materials Engineer to work in our Fuel Development department. Our team works a 4x10 schedule located out of our Materials and Fuels Complex with every Friday off.
You will apply engineering principles and methods to problems relative to metals, ceramics, cermets, and advanced fuel forms. This is related to the production, processing, and characterization of materials, namely nuclear fuels. You may develop new techniques associated with production or characterization for known materials, work with composite materials, or may specialize in one type of material such as metal and metal alloys, ceramics, or novel and advanced material forms. You will be part of the INL Nuclear Nexus.
You will apply materials science and engineering principals towards the development of nuclear fuels. This includes developing and performing fabrication techniques for fuels and fuel systems, and subsequent analysis and characterization to support further development or testing efforts.
Responsibilities Include :
- Support materials testing and characterization for multiple research programs.
- Review requirements, designs, codes, tests, and documentation.
- Develop production parameters to keep consistent quality and performance of outputs and deliverables.
- Lead in technical design and testing committees and provide insight and direction to ensure development projects are being solved for customers.
- Provide technical solutions and position INL for potential strategic business ventures.
- Maintain product configuration management. Establish and update product and materials specifications.
- Oversee the successful execution (cost, schedule, environmental compliance, quality assurance, and safety) of assigned projects.
- Mentor and support peers and junior staff in technical growth.
Qualifications
Minimum Requirements :
The Ideal Candidate Will Have Experience In :
Job Information :
Benefits and Relocation
INL is a science-based, applied engineering national laboratory dedicated to supporting the U.S. Department of Energy's mission in nuclear energy research, science, and national defense. With more than 5,800 scientists, researchers, and support staff, the laboratory works with national and international governments, universities and industry partners to discover new science and development technologies that underpin the nation's nuclear and renewable energy, national security, and environmental missions.
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Salary : $229,284
