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Testing/Materials Engineer

Naval Nuclear Laboratory
Schenectady, NY Full Time
POSTED ON 2/26/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/18/2025

About Us

Working at the Naval Nuclear Laboratory we foster pride in belonging to an organization whose culture is made up of these core values : Trust, Empowerment, and Collaboration. Our company promotes a positive culture while ensuring the safety and reliability of our nation's naval nuclear reactors, and training the Sailors who operate those reactors in the U.S. Navy's submarines and aircraft carrier Fleets. Looking for a lifetime career Apply today!

Job Description

The Naval Nuclear Laboratory is seeking an experienced materials engineer to join the team that supports testing operations at the Science Autoclave Facility (SAF) at the Knolls site. The SAF is a state-of-the-art materials research facility specializing in autoclave testing of metallic alloys. The main purpose of the laboratory is to study environmental degradation of materials (i.e. corrosion, stress corrosion cracking, corrosion fatigue, etc.). The successful candidate will combine materials / mechanical engineering knowledge with the practical aspects of laboratory testing and operations.

For example, expected job duties include :

  • Scoping, proposing, and designing / developing new tests with a team of experts to support customer needs.
  • Daily interactions with lab operations personnel to ensure quality data is collected.
  • Working with multi-disciplined organizations to process data and evaluate test specimens.
  • Report writing and presenting to / aligning stakeholders.
  • Learning and participating in the environmental / safety / compliance / procurement aspects of operating a laboratory.
  • Working with experts to design new equipment, propose data acquisition changes, and build new test stations.

Required Combination of Knowledge and Skill

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in engineering or science related field and 4 years of relevant experience; or Master's degree from an accredited college or university in engineering or science related field and 2 years of relevant experience; or PhD degree from an accredited college or university in engineering or science related field; or Currently or previously NPE qualified; or CTE / ACRS and 1 year EOOW qualified in the Nuclear Operations Program; or Watch Instructor and Refueling Facility Area Refueling Engineer and 1 year as SRE.

Preferred Skills

  • Materials testing knowledge
  • Familiarity with high pressure / high temperature testing equipment
  • Familiarity with data acquisition software and instrumentation, preferably Labview
  • Knowledge of test equipment design / experience with 3d modeling software
  • Strong interpersonal skills
  • Strong technical writing skills
  • Willingness to learn from experienced laboratory personnel
  • Compensation and Benefits

  • Health, Dental, Vision & Voluntary Benefits
  • Disability, Life & Accident Insurance
  • 401(k) Savings program & Captial Accumulation Plan
  • Personal & Medical Time Off
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Flexible Work Schedules
  • Tuition Assistance for Eligible Employees
  • Student Debt Benefit Personal Time Off Sell Program
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Wellness Program
  • Visit us online to view all NNL benefits!
  • Pay Range

    83,600.00 - $130,700.00 annually

    Salary information provided is a general guide line only. Annual salary is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations

    The Naval Nuclear Laboratory is operated for the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) by Fluor Marine Propulsion, LLC (FMP), a wholly owned subsidiary of Fluor Corporation. Naval Nuclear Laboratory personnel are FMP employees who work at four DOE facilities : Bettis Atomic Power Laboratory, Knolls Atomic Power Laboratory, Kenneth A. Kesselring Site, and Naval Reactors Facility, and at the U.S. Department of Defense-owned Nuclear Power Training Unit-Charleston. FMP employees also have an established presence at numerous shipyards and vendor locations. For nearly 70 years, the Naval Nuclear Laboratory has developed advanced nuclear propulsion technology, provided technical support, and trained world-class nuclear operators to ensure the safe and reliable operation of our nation's submarine and aircraft carrier Fleets. The Naval Nuclear Laboratory is a national asset solely dedicated to the Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program. We rely on the dedication and innovation of our nearly 8000 engineers, scientists, technicians, and support personnel.

    All candidates must be U.S. citizens. Applicants selected will be subject to a Federal background investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified matter. FMP is a government contractor and maintains a drug free workplace and workforce. All candidates must be able to pass a drug test in compliance with FMP company policy and 10 CFR 707. Marijuana is a Federal Schedule I controlled substance and illegal under Federal Law. Therefore, FMP is required to test for marijuana.

    Fluor Marine Propulsion is an Equal Opportunity Employer (Veterans / Disabilities) committed to workplace diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other criteria protected by federal, state, or local law.

    Salary : $83,600 - $130,700

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