Process Engineer
| Company | General Matter |
|---|---|
| Location | Los Angeles, CA, USA |
| Salary | $Not Provided – $Not Provided |
| Type | Full-Time |
| Degrees | Bachelor’s |
| Experience Level | Entry Level/New Grad, Junior, Mid Level |
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Nuclear Engineering, or a related field. Advanced degrees (MS, MBA, or PhD) may substitute for years of experience, depending on the degree level.
- 0-3 years of experience in nuclear safety, process safety, or similar high-hazard environments.
- Strong understanding of core engineering principles, including thermodynamics, heat and mass transfer, fluid mechanics, and reaction kinetics.
- Familiarity with engineering design processes and technical documentation.
- Proficiency in problem-solving, data analysis, and effective technical communication.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with attention to detail.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, for conveying technical safety data to diverse audiences. Ability to work collaboratively across engineering, operations, and licensing teams.
Responsibilities
- Support the development of new processes and the design of unit operations for nuclear fuel production facilities.
- Assist with laboratory, bench, and/or pilot-scale testing and contribute to process modeling and data analysis.
- Execute engineering assignments under guidance, leveraging knowledge of thermodynamics, fluid flow, heat and mass transfer, and reaction kinetics.
- Prepare and present reports, summaries, and other documentation to communicate project progress and findings.
- Contribute to the preparation of engineering documents, such as design requirements, engineering specifications, and procedural documentation.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including manufacturing, operations, and external consultants, to support design and operational objectives.
- Participate in technical reviews as a presenter or reviewer, offering insights and solutions for project challenges.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in a fast-paced engineering environment or a highly technical role requiring a resourceful, entrepreneurial approach to complete tasks within tight timeframes or budget constraints.
- Relevant internship or co-op experience in industries such as nuclear, chemical, petroleum, or aerospace.
- Exposure to process modeling tools.
- Knowledge or experience with vacuum systems, cryogenics, compressible flow, or nuclear chemical processes.
- Strong interest in contributing to innovative projects in the nuclear energy or advanced chemical processing fields.