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Materials Engineer

Westinghouse Electric·Pittsburgh·Posted July 2026
Nuclear industryUS only

About this role

Materials Engineer at Westinghouse developing materials for nuclear applications. Apply materials science knowledge to translate engineering requirements into test plans and analyses. Hybrid role (2 days/week onsite) in Churchill, PA, reporting to Materials and Fuel Rod Design Manager. Support clean energy solutions through advanced materials and manufacturing process development.

Responsibilities

  • Verify engineering work on assignments ranging from basic to complex
  • Provide technical guidance to national laboratories, universities, and industry partners
  • Apply engineering analysis to problem resolution using prior knowledge and literature review
  • Support advanced materials and manufacturing process development
  • Conduct hands-on material testing including mechanical testing, autoclave corrosion testing, and materials/chemical characterization
  • Interface with customers, national labs, and universities on collaborative development programs
  • Participate in multi-discipline teams
  • Conduct statistical analysis of test data results
  • Develop and deliver technical presentations on status and problem resolution

Qualifications

  • 4+ years of engineering experience
  • Bachelor's degree in engineering
  • Technical writing ability
  • Customer success orientation

Desired

  • Bachelor's degree in Materials Science or Chemical Engineering
  • Experience with zirconium-based alloys

Location

Hybrid, 2 days per week onsite in Churchill, PA. Local candidates only; no relocation support.

Job details

FieldEngineering
Salary$85k–$107k/yr
LocationPittsburgh
IndustryNuclear energy
PostedJul 2026

Skills & Tools

Materials EngineeringZirconium AlloysCorrosion TestingMechanical TestingNuclear MaterialsStatistical Analysis

About the company

Westinghouse Electric

The world's leading nuclear energy company, supplying nuclear fuel, plant design, engineering and plant services to utilities worldwide. Headquartered in Cranberry Township, PA.

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