INTERESTED IN MAKING AN IMPACT ON CLEAN ENERGY INITIATIVES? GROW YOUR CAREER AT FRAMATOME!
Framatome is a major global leader in the nuclear energy market recognized for its innovative solutions and value-added technologies for designing, building, maintaining, and advancing the international nuclear fleet. Offering a full range of reactor services requires an unparalleled passion and sense of purpose connected to our company’s mission and vision.
Essential to Framatome’s mission are our employees who provide a unique set of skills, knowledge, and experience that support us in providing competitive, reliable, and safe nuclear power plants. Our commitment to our employees is recognized through our competitive total rewards package. Enjoy competitive compensation, generous benefits and take part in innovative projects and development opportunities.
Framatome is seeking a Materials Engineer, with a ceramics focus, in the Fuel Reliability & Materials Group in Richland, WA. This highly motivated individual will be responsible for the materials design bases supporting the ceramic uranium-oxide fuel pellet design, as well as some support for metallic components. This job requires becoming familiar with both the manufacturing process requirements as well as the fuel performance aspects of the fuel during irradiation in a commercial nuclear reactor. As a Materials Engineer, you will work closely with various company teams to facilitate the delivery of fuel products to customers. You will also work on the development and qualification of new fuel pellet specifications, as well as providing resolution of issues to support manufacturing and customer needs. You will also apply expertise in investigating and supporting resolution of in-reactor fuel performance concerns.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:
TRAVEL: Occasional/sporadic
Required Skills Required Experience
ALL CANDIDATES MUST MEET THE FOLLOWING MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS OPPORTUNITY:
THE FOLLOWING MAY BE USED TO DIFFERENTIATE CANDIDATES WHO APPLY FOR THIS POSITION:
THIS OPPORTUNITY IS IN RICHLAND, WASHINGTON
Richland is located in the Columbia River basin in southeastern Washington a few hours east of Seattle. After work, the Richland, Kennewick, Pasco Tri-cities area offers a variety of water sports and fabulous fishing. A short drive puts you in the beautiful Cascade Mountains. With very little rainfall annually, you can enjoy the outdoors year-round. Join your co-workers in a Habitat for Humanity build, join a sports league or enjoy one of the unique restaurants in the area.
Framatome is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.
REQUIRED EDUCATION LEVEL AND EXPERIENCE:
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
HOW TO APPLY:
The complete application will include a cover letter, resume and contact information for three professional references. The review of applications will begin immediately and continue until a qualified candidate is selected.
Shenandoah University is committed to enriching its educational experience and culture through the diversity of its faculty, administration, and staff. All candidates are strongly encouraged to include a statement in their cover letters addressing ways in which they may be able to contribute to that commitment.
**NOTE: A PRE-EMPLOYMENT BACKGROUND CHECK, URINE DRUG SCREEN, FULLY VACCINATED FOR COVID-19 OR ON A UNIVERSITY APPROVED MEDICAL OR RELIGIOUS EXEMPTION WILL BE REQUIRED AS A CONDITION OF HIRE.
Shenandoah University values the unique and diverse perspectives of individuals and communities locally and globally and seeks to foster mutual understanding in an inviting community where individuals are welcome and respected. The university does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, physical or mental disability