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Test Engineer
3315 Seaway Blvd. Everett, WA 98203 US
Job Description
Position Description: Protingent Staffing has an exciting contract Test Engineer opportunity located in Everett, WA.
Job Responsibilities:
- Serve as a Test Engineer for the testing of molten salt systems and components for company's technology.
- Support the implementation and development of instrumentation required for molten salt systems.
- Develop and program the control system for associated tests and experiments.
- Implement test requirements, plans, specifications, and procedures for testing activities for unique components in a high temperature molten salt environment.
- Assist with fabrication and assembly of system testing hardware at company's laboratories.
- Conduct testing activities at company's laboratories to ensure safe operation and successful gathering of high-quality data related to high temperature molten salts.
- Perform scientific analysis on test data and generate test reports to document new knowledge related to molten salt reactors.Support continuous learning and application of nuclear industry best practices to maintain the highest quality design and to identify process change/enhancement opportunities.
- Help foster a collaborative and safe work environment for testing and laboratory activities.
Job Qualifications:
- B.S. degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Chemical, Nuclear or Materials Science Engineering or equivalent; advanced degree a plus.
- Experience in research with exotic fluids desired, especially at temperatures above 400°C.
- Experience with hands-on, ground-up design, fabrication, operation, and scientific analysis of first-of-a-kind equipment is highly desirable.
- Experience with SolidWorks and/or AutoCAD for two- and three-dimensional experimental design desirable.
- Experience with programming, troubleshooting, and operating DAQ/PLC/SCADA systems and software. LabVIEW or Siemens experience is desirable.
- Experience with data acquisition and controls for complex engineering systems with inputs/outputs (I/O) from varied instruments and devices.
- Field experience in start-up/commissioning, troubleshooting, diagnostics, testing, and calibration of electrical/I&C systems.
- Familiarity with electrical design, wiring, and fabrication per electrical codes and regulations (e.g. NFPA 70/70E/79, UL) preferred.
- Track record of working safely with laboratory chemicals and in hazardous physical conditions preferred.
- Familiarity with fabrication, joining, and cladding processes and limitations desired.
- Experience with scripting and automation of analysis tools desired.
- Ability to participate in a multi-disciplinary team of engineers and scientists.
- Strong analytical/problem solving skills, creative thinker.
- Ability to work on multiple tasks concurrently during a given work week.
- Excellent writing and communication skills.
- Willingness to learn and solve challenging problems in a fast-paced environment.
- The successful candidate will possess a high degree of trust and integrity, communicate openly and display respect and a desire to foster teamwork.
- Actual position starting level and title will be determined based on assessment of qualifications.
Job Details:
- Location: Onsite required - Everett, WA
- Job Type: Contract
- Pay Rate Range: $60-80/h DOE
- ITAR obligations are associated with this role, U.S. citizenship, U.S. legal permanent resident status, or protected person status under 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a) (1), (3) is required.
Benefits Package: Protingent offers competitive salaries, insurance plan options (HDHP plan or POS plan), education/certification reimbursement, pre-tax commuter benefits, Paid Time Off (PTO), and an administered 401k plan.
About Protingent: Protingent is a niche provider of top Engineering and IT talent to Software, Electronics, Medical Device, Telecom, and Aerospace companies nationwide. Protingent exists to make a positive impact and contribution to the lives of others as well as our community by providing relevant, rewarding, and exciting work opportunities for our candidates
Meet Your Recruiter
Jessica Dunkinson
I began working for Protingent in 2019. Our openings can really fluctuate with the needs of the market, and I especially enjoy working in niche and unique roles. My recruiting style is transparent and to the point and I strive to be as helpful as possible without wasting anyone’s time. I strive to help candidates achieve a fulfilling role, no matter their parameters, and my philosophy is “don’t make excuses, make improvements”. I love recruiting because every day is different; I get the opportunity to speak with a large variety of people while learning the tech industry. My favorite part of the job is being able to make a difference in an individual’s life and helping companies that are making a difference in the world.
I look forward to hearing from you. Jessica