MS Technology, Inc. · 6 days ago
Process Engineer - Fuel Forms
Oak Ridge, TN
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expMS Technology, Inc. is seeking a Process Engineer – Fuel Forms to provide engineering support for the development and operation of advanced fuel form manufacturing processes. The role involves collaborating with various teams to ensure safe and efficient production while supporting process optimization and quality assurance activities.
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Responsibilities
Support the development, design, optimization, and operation of fuel form manufacturing processes, including coating processes, graphite or ceramic powder processing, powder pressing, and sintering or furnace operations
Design and document manufacturing processes, including process flow diagrams (PFDs), piping and instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs), equipment layouts, operating parameters, and process specifications
Perform process calculations, material and energy balances, and data analysis to support process scale-up, optimization, and troubleshooting
Support the selection, specification, and procurement of process equipment, including furnaces, coating systems, material handling equipment, presses, chemical processing equipment, and associated utilities
Operate process equipment to perform design verification and validation, commissioning activities, and process qualification
Support process automation and material handling systems, including integration of sensors, controls, and data acquisition systems
Develop and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs), work instructions, and training documentation for fuel form processes
Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective actions related to process deviations, equipment performance, and product quality
Support quality assurance activities, including process audits, inspections, and documentation reviews to ensure compliance with regulatory and safety requirements
Collaborate with facility, mechanical, and utility engineering teams to ensure process requirements are properly integrated into facility and infrastructure designs
Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on yield, reliability, throughput, safety, and cost reduction
Participate in hazard analyses and safety reviews related to chemical, thermal, and material handling operations
Maintain professional communication and documentation standards in all forms of internal and external communication
Provide technical guidance to junior engineers and technicians supporting fuel form manufacturing processes
Participate in cross-functional teams to standardize engineering workflows, documentation, and best practices
Perform other duties as assigned by management
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Chemical, Materials, Mechanical, or Nuclear Engineering from an ABET EAC–accredited program is required
Experience with process development, manufacturing operations, or pilot-scale production environments is required
Ability to create and interpret PFDs, P&IDs, equipment specifications, and process documentation
Experience supporting process equipment installation, commissioning, and operational troubleshooting
Knowledge of applicable manufacturing, chemical, and safety standards and codes
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and documentation skills
Preferred
5 years or more of relevant work experience is preferred. Advanced degrees may be in lieu of some years of experience
Experience with powder processing, coating processes, furnaces, thermal processing, or chemical manufacturing systems is strongly preferred
Familiarity with process control systems, automation, and data collection tools
Experience with 2D and or 3D engineering and manufacturing tools is preferred
Benefits
Medical/dental/vision insurance
Short/long-term disability
Life insurance
401(k)
Paid time off including holidays
Tuition reimbursement
Company
MS Technology, Inc.
MS Technology, Inc., is an engineering and technology development small business headquartered in Oak Ridge, Tennessee, that serves the U.S.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Randy Inklebarger
President and CEO
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