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Materials Engineer
Type One Energy Group
- Knoxville, TNtodayverified 2 h ago
Plan and execute materials testing and characterization campaigns for specialty fusion materials
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Seniority Entry level
Work Hybrid
Type Full-time
Degree BS
Experience 1–3 yrs
Industry Energy
Role R&D / Research
Relocation Offered
Materials
fusion structural materialsarmour materialsmetals/alloys1
Techniques
materials testing15materials characterization44microstructure analysis
Benefits
stock optionsrelocation allowance
Role details
- Type One Energy Group
- Materials Engineer
Materials Engineer
Join us in our mission to commercialize fusion energy ⚡️
About Type One Energy
Type One Energy Group is mission-driven to provide sustainable, affordable fusion power to the world. Established in 2019 and venture-backed in 2023, the company is led by a team of globally recognized fusion scientists with a strong track record of building state-of-the-art stellarator fusion machines, together with veteran business leaders experienced in scaling companies and commercializing energy technologies.
If You Are Searching For The Best New Ideas And Share Our Vision, Join Us As a Materials Engineer. This Is What You Need To Know
**Location:**
Knoxville, TN
Salary
Highly Competitive Plus Benefits
Contract
Permanent, full time
Reporting To
Senior Director of Nuclear and Fuel Cycle
Your Role In The Mission
Type One Energy is seeking a highly skilled and experienced
**Materials Engineer**
with general metallurgical experience including materials testing and characterization. Ideally the candidate will have experience with fusion relevant materials and their challenges.
As a materials engineer, you will play a vital role in supporting Type One Energy’s materials program across various components and materials systems. This will be accomplished by executing materials testing and characterization campaigns for specialty fusion materials as well as assisting in material selection and lifetime evaluations. In this role you will be working with multiple internal Type One Energy engineering teams as well as a variety of vendors and testing facilities
Responsibilities
- Plan and execute materials testing and characterization campaigns on specialty fusion materials.
- Perform analysis on test and characterization results to generate campaign outcome reports.
- Perform literature reviews to help direct materials development efforts and lifetime estimations.
- Assist in vendor and external collaborator engagements and evaluations for specialty fusion materials.
- Assist in the preparation of technical reports, presentations, and/or publications to disseminate research findings both internally and externally.
- Work closely with a multidisciplinary team of Scientists, Engineers, and Technicians to foster a collaborative environment.
What You’ll Need
- Bachelors degree with 2-3 years of experience or a masters degree and 1-2 years of experience in Materials Science, Nuclear Engineering, or a similar field.
- In depth knowledge on metallurgy including microstructures-property relationships, processing techniques, and failure mechanisms.
- Experience planning and executing materials testing and characterization campaigns.
- Familiarity with fusion relevant structural and armour materials and their environments.
- Ability to write clear and concise technical reports.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to troubleshoot complex issues and propose innovative solutions.
- Attention to detail in experimental work and data analysis.
We Offer
In addition to a basic salary and yearly bonus, you will also get…
- A hybrid work policy
- Stock options
- Relocation allowance
- Insurance plans
- Retirement options
- And many more great voluntary benefits
Type One Energy applies proven advanced manufacturing methods, modern computational physics and high-field superconducting magnets to develop its optimized stellarator fusion energy system. Our FusionDirect development program pursues the lowest-risk, shortest-schedule path to a fusion power plant over the coming decade, using a partner-intensive and capital-efficient strategy.
Type One Energy is committed to community engagement in the development and deployment of its clean energy technology. For more information, visit www.typeoneenergy.com or follow us on LinkedIn.
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**Equal Employment Opportunity**
Type One Energy is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are made based on qualifications, merit, business needs, and compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
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Common questions
Where is the Materials Engineer role at Type One Energy Group based?
This role is based in Knoxville, TN. Work arrangement: Hybrid.
What degree is required for the Materials Engineer role at Type One Energy Group?
The posting accepts the following combinations: BS + 2 years, MS + 1 year.
How many years of experience does this Materials Engineer role require?
The posting calls for 1–3 years of relevant experience.
What polymers or materials does this Materials Engineer role work with?
fusion structural materials, armour materials, metals/alloys.
What techniques or methods are required for this Materials Engineer role?
materials testing, materials characterization, microstructure analysis.
