Company:
Naval Nuclear Laboratory
Location: Schenectady
Closing Date: 09/11/2024
Hours: Full Time
Type: Permanent
Job Requirements / Description
Job Description
Expand your career in materials engineering with Naval Nuclear Laboratory. NNL is seeking an experienced engineer to conduct research and development into mechanical performance of reactor core materials, with a focus on delayed hydride cracking behavior of zirconium alloys. Responsibilities include design of experiments, data analysis and interpretation, written and oral presentations of results, and frequent formal communications with stakeholders. Specifically, the successful candidate will collaborate with the team to:
Support ongoing test programs including test method development
Identify specimens and test conditions for irradiated testing in the Advanced Test Reactor at the Idaho National Laboratory
Direct post-irradiation mechanical testing and material characterization campaigns
Analyze, interpret, and report test results
Develop guidance for structural analysis of nuclear reactor cores and work with core mechanical designers on implementation
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; or Master's degree from an accredited college or university in engineering or science related field and 4 years of relevant experience; or PhD from an accredited college or university in engineering or science related field and 1 year of relevant experience.
Preferred Skills
Degree in Materials Engineering or metallurgical Engineering focused on mechanical performance of materials
Experience in Mechanical metallurgy or zirconium and/or hafnium alloys
Mechanical property testing experience
Experience in irradiation effects on material properties
Demonstrated Ability to work in a team environment
Demonstrated ability to clearly communicate technical information both verbally and in written format
Compensation and Benefits
Medical, Dental, & Vision Coverage
401(k) Savings Program
Capital Accumulation Plan
Personal & Medical Time Off
Paid Parental Leave
Disability, Life and Accident Insurance
9/80 Work Schedule
Flexible Start/End Times
Tuition Assistance for Eligible Employees
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Visit us online to view all NNL benefits!
Pay Range
$91,500 - $143,000 annually
Expand your career in materials engineering with Naval Nuclear Laboratory. NNL is seeking an experienced engineer to conduct research and development into mechanical performance of reactor core materials, with a focus on delayed hydride cracking behavior of zirconium alloys. Responsibilities include design of experiments, data analysis and interpretation, written and oral presentations of results, and frequent formal communications with stakeholders. Specifically, the successful candidate will collaborate with the team to:
Support ongoing test programs including test method development
Identify specimens and test conditions for irradiated testing in the Advanced Test Reactor at the Idaho National Laboratory
Direct post-irradiation mechanical testing and material characterization campaigns
Analyze, interpret, and report test results
Develop guidance for structural analysis of nuclear reactor cores and work with core mechanical designers on implementation
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; or Master's degree from an accredited college or university in engineering or science related field and 4 years of relevant experience; or PhD from an accredited college or university in engineering or science related field and 1 year of relevant experience.
Preferred Skills
Degree in Materials Engineering or metallurgical Engineering focused on mechanical performance of materials
Experience in Mechanical metallurgy or zirconium and/or hafnium alloys
Mechanical property testing experience
Experience in irradiation effects on material properties
Demonstrated Ability to work in a team environment
Demonstrated ability to clearly communicate technical information both verbally and in written format
Compensation and Benefits
Medical, Dental, & Vision Coverage
401(k) Savings Program
Capital Accumulation Plan
Personal & Medical Time Off
Paid Parental Leave
Disability, Life and Accident Insurance
9/80 Work Schedule
Flexible Start/End Times
Tuition Assistance for Eligible Employees
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Visit us online to view all NNL benefits!
Pay Range
$91,500 - $143,000 annually
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