Materials Engineer, Metals

My client is a rapidly growing advanced energy and engineering technology company developing next-generation nuclear systems. They are looking for a Materials Engineer - Metals to join their Reactor Engineering team and support materials selection, qualification, testing, and performance evaluation for advanced reactor systems, while contributing to materials qualification programs, supplier technical activities, and overall materials strategy.What You’ll DoSupport the selection, evaluation, and qualification of metallic materials for advanced reactor systems, with a focus on steel alloys and high-temperature materialsEvaluate material performance including strength, fatigue, creep, corrosion, oxidation, thermal behavior, and high-temperature compatibilityPlan, support, and interpret materials characterization and testing, including mechanical, microscopy, thermal, and other applicable testing methodsAnalyze technical and experimental data, support failure analysis and root-cause investigations, and translate findings into clear engineering recommendations and documentationCollaborate with engineering teams, vendors, and suppliers on material specifications, qualification plans, technical reviews, and materials-related engineering activitiesMore experienced candidates may lead materials qualification programs, supplier technical activities, materials strategy, and mentorship of junior engineersQualificationsBachelor’s degree in Materials Science, Metallurgical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Nuclear Engineering, or a related field3+ years of relevant materials engineering or materials science experience, with flexibility for candidates holding advanced degreesStrong understanding of materials science, mechanical properties, and material behavior, with experience working with steel alloys, metals, or high-temperature materialsExperience with materials characterization, testing, and data analysis, including techniques such as microscopy, mechanical, thermal, corrosion, or related testingStrong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills with the ability to collaborate across multidisciplinary engineering teams; experience with materials qualification, supplier technical management, ASME/NRC requirements, or regulated industries is a plus