Materials Engineer
General Matter10 months ago
Los Angeles, CA, United States
On-site
Full-time
Junior Level (1-3 years)
Job Description
Position Overview
General Matter is seeking a Materials Engineer to lead the development, qualification, and continuous improvement of the materials and processes underpinning its uranium enrichment technology. In this technical, hands‐on role, you will design and execute corrosion evaluations, investigate failure modes, and drive material innovations that enhance performance, reliability, and manufacturability across hardware systems.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide materials and process support for hardware teams.
- Increase reliability and manufacturability of hardware through material and process development.
- Perform root cause investigations using fractography, metallography, and testing.
- Own definition, qualification, and implementation of corrosion mitigations across all hardware.
- Develop an in-house material compatibility database through testing.
- Root cause corrosion-related findings and drive further action for continuous improvement.
Required Qualifications
- Evidence of exceptional ability through prior projects, a portfolio of work, or completed products.
- Bachelor's degree in materials engineering, materials science, chemical engineering, or chemistry.
- 2+ years of experience in a materials engineering related role.
- 1+ years of experience with corrosion, coatings, paints, and/or electrochemistry.
- Ability to work extended hours and weekends as necessary.
Preferred Qualifications
- Master's degree in corrosion engineering, materials science, chemical engineering, chemistry, or related field.
- Understanding of mechanical testing methods for metals, including fracture and fatigue.
- Familiarity with standard testing methods for materials and development of design allowables.
- Hands-on experience in a manufacturing environment.
- Experience working with UF6.
Benefits & Perks
- Compensation: Base salary range of $90,000–$175,000 annually, with adjustments based on role, level, location, and market data.
- Eligibility for long-term incentives, including stock options.
- Access to medical, vision, and dental coverage.
- 401(k) retirement plan participation.
Required Skills
metallography
materials degradation
electrochemistry
corrosion evaluation
mechanical testing methods
manufacturing process development
surface chemistry fundamentals
corrosion mechanisms
fractography