Senior Materials Engineer

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Job Description

NNL is seeking an experienced materials engineer in the Materials Manufacturing organization. The Program area is responsible for the research and testing of nuclear fuel and cladding materials including test design, specimen fabrication, and characterization. This role will focus on enhancing the scientific understanding of core material manufacturing in a state-of-the-art laboratory.

Job Responsibilities will include:
Experiment design; result analyses; and documenting, presenting, and communicating findings.
Process development of innovative material manufacturing capabilities for current and advanced nuclear material systems.
Working within a team of engineering, laboratory, facility, and compliance organizations to enable and conduct process development and equipment utilization.

This is a dynamic and innovative environment spanning from concept development to laboratory deployment.


Required Combination of Knowledge and Skill

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in engineering or science related field and 6 years of relevant experience; orMaster's degree from an accredited college or university in engineering or science related field and 4 years of relevant experience; or Currently or previously Shift Supervisor Part I qualified; orEDO qualified and 2 years EOOW qualified in the Nuclear Operations Program; or3 years SRE qualified and Water Instructor and Refueling Facility Area Refueling Engineer and Fuel and Barrier Shift Supervisor (ECF only); orSRE qualified and 6 years of experience.
Preferred Skills


This position is targeted at engineers interested in the development and deployment of material science informed capabilities for the research production of novel nuclear materials and material systems.
Experience in as many of the following areas as possible is desired:
Material fabrication processes, including both ceramic and metallic materials.
Solid state physics, structural, thermal, or nuclear analyses of materials or components.
Materials testing and characterization including metallography, electron microscopy, and analysis of test results.
Core material and core manufacturing technical areas.
Manufacturing or design for manufacturing, with an understanding of materials fabrication, materials behavior, and materials properties.
Demonstrated ability to clearly and concisely articulate technical work and detail to broad audiences to include senior management in written and verbal format.
Demonstrated "can-do" proactive approach that displays self-motivation, time and project management skills, ownership, and personal accountability.

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
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Pay Range

$92,900.00 - $145,200.00 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.