Nuclear Fuel Process Engineer

Job Description

We are looking for a Senior Nuclear Fuel Process Engineer to join our dynamic team.

What you will work on:

• Join a growing team tasked with manufacturing UN fuel in a newly established laboratory.
• Qualify the fuel through irradiation and out-of-pile testing for use in a demonstration reactor in Sweden.
• Design a UN powder production line capable of producing several kilograms of the product based on completed R&D efforts.
• Define the materials, equipment, and specific design solutions required for constructing the UN powder production line.
• Oversee the sourcing and quality assurance of all necessary goods in collaboration with procurement specialists.
• Contribute to and supervise the commissioning of the UN powder production line.
• Ensure effective, compliant, and seamless operations by interacting with the host facility and regulatory representatives.
• Identify competency gaps and recruitment needs within the organization.
• Collaborate with internal and external parties responsible for fuel pelletization, fuel rod, and fuel assembly manufacturing.
• Utilize your experience in fuel qualification, fuel factory development and licensing, and demonstration reactor licensing processes.

What you bring:

• A Master’s degree or higher in Chemical Engineering or a closely related field.
• Possession of a B-category driver’s license.
• No restrictions preventing you from working with nuclear materials in Sweden.
• Several years of proven experience in developing manufacturing or processing lines, preferably for industries prioritizing material quality, such as nuclear, halogenide, ceramics, or pharmaceuticals.
• Hands-on experience in commissioning or operating material manufacturing or processing lines.
• Strong communication skills in both verbal and written English; knowledge of Swedish is a plus.
• Exceptional problem-solving abilities and a creative mindset for developing innovative solutions.
• A keen interest in personal growth and the potential to act as a formal or informal leader.

If this sounds interesting, please send your CV to cv@veritaz.se