Test Engineer 1 – R&D

NuScale Power

. Support the Test Engineering Manager .

Posted 10/2/2026full-timeUnited StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $70,737 - $85,373 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in developing and executing test programs for materials and hardware, with a strong understanding of quality assurance regulations and standards. Capable of managing projects, analyzing test data, and leading design reviews in a high-temperature application environment.

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Test Program DevelopmentQuality Assurance RegulationsMaterials CharacterizationProject ManagementData Analysis

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Hard Skills

Test Program ExecutionMaterials TestingMechanical EngineeringNuclear EngineeringElectro-Mechanical HardwareRefractory Metals KnowledgeHigh Temperature ApplicationsTest Data AnalysisTest Specification DevelopmentProof-of-Concept Testing

Soft Skills

Clear CommunicationAdaptabilityTeam CollaborationProblem SolvingAttention to Detail

Certifications & Qualifications

B.S. Degree in Material ScienceB.S. Degree in Mechanical EngineeringB.S. Degree in Nuclear EngineeringB.S. Degree in Chemical EngineeringEligible Under 10 CFR Part 810

Industry Keywords

10 CFR 50 Appendix B10 CFR 21NQA-1Technology MaturationRisk ReductionTest Hardware DesignSupplier EvaluationContract ExecutionEnvironmental QualificationData Acceptance

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support the Test Engineering Manager
Develop and execute test programs, primarily through contracted resources, supporting the design, certification, manufacture and commercial deployment of the NuScale Microreactor
Conduct technology maturation and risk reduction, technology demonstrations, and qualification of reactor structures, systems, components and instrumentation
Plan, develop and execute proof-of-concept, component, performance, functional, compliance, reliability and environmental qualification tests
Identify suitable metallography and materials characterization methods for materials development and testing
Participate in test planning, test specification development and review, supplier test procedure approval, test execution oversight, data review and data acceptance
Manage small projects and oversee test project progression through supplier evaluation, contract execution, design, implementation, testing, reporting, data acceptance and contract closeout
Prepare test program budgets, schedules, resource requirements, statements of work, requests for quote, test specifications and test reports
Lead and review design drawings, sketches, schematics, procedures, results, reports and documentation
Lead test hardware design reviews for small projects and resolve review comments
Analyze test data and validation efforts utilizing test data
Organize data sets from test programs
Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum B.S. degree in Material Science, Mechanical, Nuclear or Chemical Engineering from a four-year accredited college or university
Advanced degree preferred
Experience in executing, developing and managing testing programs for materials, fluid, mechanical or electro-mechanical hardware or devices desired
Knowledge of and experience with refractory metals and high temperature applications preferred, greater than 800 °C
Eligible to work under Department of Energy 10 CFR Part 810
Understanding and implementation of quality assurance regulations, standards and guidelines of 10 CFR 50 Appendix B, 10 CFR 21, and NQA-1
Ability to understand and communicate clearly using a phone, personal interaction, and computers
Ability to learn new job functions and comprehend and understand new concepts quickly and apply them accurately in a rapidly evolving environment
Ability to sit and stand; walk; bend; use hands to operate office equipment; and reach with hands and arms
Ability to travel nationally and locally using common forms of transportation
Ability to perform essential duties efficiently and accurately without causing significant safety threat to self or others

Benefits

Comp & perks

40 hour/week position
Fully benefited
Potential to transition to standard full-time employment
Remote work within the contiguous United States, subject to office attendance requirements
Reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities
Equal opportunity employment