Standard Nuclear is fueling America's nuclear renaissance at industrial scale. Our mission is to deliver the essential building blocks of nuclear power—enabling cost-effective, safe, and secure energy for the world.The Nuclear Fuel Development Engineer supports Standard Nuclear's fuel development and manufacturing programs by contributing to process development, fuel material fabrication, characterization, testing, and technical documentation. This role works across engineering, laboratory, and manufacturing environments to help develop reliable processes for advanced nuclear fuel production.This is a hands‑on technical role suited for an early‑career engineer with experience or strong interest in nuclear fuels, materials processing, chemical processing, ceramics, powders, or fuel fabrication. The Nuclear Fuel Development Engineer will support experimental planning, process execution, data analysis, and transition of development activities into repeatable manufacturing practices.The role requires strong technical fundamentals, disciplined documentation, and the ability to work closely with fuel development, manufacturing, characterization, quality, EH&S, radiological controls, and licensing teams in a regulated nuclear fuel fabrication environment.RESPONSIBILITIESFuel Development & Process EngineeringSupport development and optimization of nuclear fuel fabrication processesAssist with planning and execution of experiments, process trials, and technical demonstrationsEvaluate process parameters, operating conditions, and material behavior to improve repeatability and product consistencySupport scale‑up of fuel development activities from laboratory or pilot work into manufacturing workflowsHelp identify process limitations, sources of variation, and opportunities for yield or throughput improvementMaterials Processing & Fabrication SupportSupport hands‑on work involving nuclear fuel materials, powders, ceramics, chemical processing, thermal processing, and related fabrication stepsAssist with preparation, handling, movement, and tracking of materials in accordance with approved proceduresWork with technicians and operators to support equipment setup, process readiness, and production executionHelp troubleshoot process issues, equipment limitations, and material performance concernsSupport development of tooling, fixtures, work instructions, and process documentation as neededCharacterization, Testing & Data AnalysisCoordinate with characterization and quality teams to evaluate material properties, product attributes, and process resultsReview and analyze data from process runs, inspections, measurements, and characterization activitiesUse data to identify trends, assess process performance, and support technical decision‑makingPrepare technical summaries, test reports, process records, and data packagesSupport root cause investigations and corrective actions related to material or process deviationsManufacturing & Cross‑Functional IntegrationWork closely with manufacturing, quality, characterization, EH&S, radiological controls, licensing, and supply chain teamsEnsure development activities are planned and executed with safety, quality, traceability, and manufacturability in mindSupport development of process flows, material movement plans, and manufacturing readiness activitiesHelp translate engineering requirements into practical production methods and proceduresCommunicate technical status, risks, and results clearly to project and technical stakeholdersDocumentation, Quality & ComplianceDevelop and maintain technical documentation including procedures, work instructions, test plans, process records, and reportsEnsure work is documented clearly, accurately, and in accordance with company requirementsSupport audit readiness, configuration control, and traceability of fuel development activitiesFollow applicable safety, radiological, quality, and environmental requirementsSupport continuous improvement of procedures, workflows, and technical practices as programs maturePREFERRED QUALIFICATIONSBachelor's or Master's degree in Nuclear Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, Ceramic Engineering, Chemistry, or a related technical discipline3–4 years of experience in nuclear fuels, materials processing, chemical processing, ceramics, powders, fuel fabrication, or related technical work preferredHands‑on experience in laboratory, pilot, manufacturing, or regulated technical environmentsFamiliarity with nuclear fuel fabrication, fuel materials, uranium processing, ceramic processing, powder handling, thermal processing, or advanced materials manufacturing is preferredExperience supporting process development, experimental execution, process troubleshooting, or manufacturing scale‑upAbility to analyze technical data and develop clear conclusions from process, test, or characterization resultsStrong technical writing skills and experience preparing procedures, test plans, reports, or controlled documentationAbility to work cross‑functionally with engineers, scientists, technicians, operators, quality personnel, and safety teamsStrong attention to detail and commitment to safety, quality, and procedural complianceExperience in nuclear, DOE, NRC, national laboratory, aerospace, defense, chemical processing, energy, or other regulated environments is a plusBENEFITSHealth, Dental & Vision InsuranceHealth Savings AccountDisability and Life Insurance401K PlanPaid Time Off, HolidaysWORK ENVIRONMENTThe work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.This role is based on‑site at Standard Nuclear's Idaho nuclear fuel fabrication facility and involves work across office, laboratory, manufacturing, and controlled environments.The position requires regular interaction with fuel development, manufacturing, characterization, quality, EH&S, radiological controls, and technical teams. Work may involve laboratory activities, chemical or materials processing equipment, production areas, radiological environments, and use of required PPE. Adherence to site safety, quality, radiological, environmental, and operational procedures is expected. Reasonable accommodation will be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Standard Nuclear embraces equal opportunity and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability, or any other legally protected status.To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.#J-18808-Ljbffr