SGS · 4 months ago
Senior Technical Expert - Nuclear Material Testing and Analysis Facility
State College, PA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expSGS is the global leader in inspection, verification, testing, and certification services. They are seeking a Senior Technical Expert for their Nuclear Material Testing and Analysis Facility to guide testing methodologies, oversee technical compliance, and lead research initiatives in the nuclear sector.
OutsourcingSkill AssessmentTest and Measurement
Responsibilities
Serve as MP Machinery and Testing’s lead technical resource for all materials testing, analysis, and equipment design questions
Review, validate, and approve technical methodologies, calculations, results, and reports for customer deliverables
Ensure testing processes comply with nuclear industry codes, ASTM standards, ASME specifications, and customer requirements
Lead development of new testing capabilities and innovative equipment designs
Oversee technology transfer from research and development into production testing and manufacturing
Evaluate and integrate new analysis tools, sensors, and instrumentation
Participate in relevant industry working groups on behalf of MP Machinery and Testing
Provide technical guidance during proposal development, customer meetings, and project kickoffs
Serve as a trusted technical advisor to key clients in nuclear, aerospace, and highly complex technical and quality assurance driven industries
Support root cause failure analyses, material property investigations, and complex problem resolution
Coach and mentor engineers, technicians, and project managers in materials science and testing principles
Develop and execute internal technical training programs
Assist engineers and technicians in solving technical challenges
Support quality compliance and continuous improvement efforts
Stay current with industry research, regulatory changes, and emerging technologies
Qualification
Required
PhD in Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, Nuclear Engineering, Metallurgy, or a closely related field
5+ years of relevant experience in materials testing, fracture mechanics, nuclear engineering, or highly complex technical and quality assurance driven industries
Expert-level understanding of fracture mechanics, fatigue, corrosion, and high-temperature material behavior
Demonstrated experience with ASTM, ASME, and nuclear regulatory codes
Proven track record of technical leadership in an R&D or laboratory environment
Strong communication skills—able to explain complex concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
Ability to identify, target, and execute growth strategies
Ability to foster close client relationships
Can-do attitude, willing to roll up sleeves or present to senior leadership
Commercially minded – can understand the needs of clients and flush out a value proposition based on client feedback
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues and clients
Preferred
Experience in a laboratory accredited, e.g., ISO/IEC 17025
Background in the design and manufacture of custom test equipment
Hands-on experience with Charpy impact testing, tensile testing, creep testing, or corrosion testing in harsh environments
Existing relationships with the NRC, DOE, or nuclear utilities
Benefits
Creative Freedom – Direct influence over research and development priorities and the technical roadmap.
High-Impact Work – Your expertise will directly shape testing methodologies and product designs used in nuclear power plants, aerospace systems, and other high-reliability applications worldwide.
Close-Knit Culture – Small enough for your voice to matter, big enough to deliver on bold ideas.
Global Support Network – Access to SGS’s worldwide network of laboratories, scientists, and technical resources.
Company
SGS
SGS is the inspection, verification, testing and certification company.
10001+ employees
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Funding
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