System One · 13 hours ago
Alkali Metal Test Engineer
Washington, United States
Contract
Onsite
Mid Level
3+ years expSystem One is seeking a highly motivated Test Engineer – Alkali Metal Testing to support advanced reactor testing operations for a leading clean energy client. This on-site role in Everett, WA will assist with experimental design, test execution, data acquisition, and post-test analysis in support of next-generation reactor development programs.
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Responsibilities
Collaborate with internal stakeholders to translate conceptual requirements into actionable test specifications, including instrumentation strategies and success criteria
Support experimental design, operation, repair, and analysis of tests focused on high-temperature liquid sodium systems
Coordinate cross-functional efforts related to test fixture design, control system integration, and laboratory space planning
Design and select instrumentation, data acquisition, and control systems to meet experimental objectives
Develop and document test plans, test designs, and test procedures
Execute testing activities and conduct post-test data analysis
Generate clear, accurate test reports and technical documentation
Apply nuclear industry best practices to maintain high standards of quality and safety
Identify opportunities for process improvements and technical enhancements
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in an applicable engineering discipline
Minimum of three (3) years of experience in a testing, research, or R&D environment
Experience documenting experiments and test results
Hands-on experience assembling and operating test systems
Experience with multiple testing types (R&D, Acceptance, Validation, Qualification)
Strong written and verbal communication skills
High level of safety awareness and attention to detail
Ability to manage multiple tasks concurrently
Comfortable working in a lightly structured environment requiring both standards-based guidance and first-principles problem solving
High degree of professionalism, integrity, and teamwork orientation
Preferred
Experience with alkali metals and/or molten salt testing and handling
Experience with fluid systems
Experience designing and integrating data acquisition and control systems
Familiarity with engineering tools such as LabVIEW, SolidWorks, Jira/Confluence, and the Microsoft Office 365 suite is preferred
The successful candidate will possess a high degree of trust and integrity, communicate openly, and display respect with a strong desire to foster teamwork
Actual position starting level and title will be determined based on assessment of qualifications
Company
System One
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5001-10000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$301.8MKey Investors
TruistOaktree Capital ManagementProspect Capital Corporation
2021-01-28Debt Financing· $290M
2020-12-08Private Equity
2016-09-20Acquired
Leadership Team
Troy Gregory
Chief Executive Officer
Dan Moran
Chief Financial Officer
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