Senior Technologist - Materials
Core
Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot materials testing and analytical equipment to support engineering research, development, and manufacturing for a fusion power plant.
Role type
Senior hands-on IC materials technologist
Builds
Diagnostic readiness and high-quality materials performance data for fusion reactor prototypes
Domain
Fusion energy / Materials science
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
mechanical testing systems operation, analytical instrumentation, precision fabrication, fixture design, root cause analysis, technical documentation, data analysis, equipment configuration, ASTM standards compliance
Preferred skills
radiation safety practices, contamination control, controlled-area workflows
Technologies
load frames, profilometers, durometers, microscopy systems, SEM
Responsibilities
Operate and maintain materials testing equipment; execute test plans and develop custom methodologies; configure and validate test setups; document procedures and calibration activities; analyze and communicate data to inform design decisions; lead troubleshooting efforts across mechanical systems; design and fabricate fixtures; mentor junior technologists
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC
