Process Engineer - Fuel Forms

Oak Ridge, TN
Full Time
Mid Level
Description
The Process Engineer – Fuel Forms provides engineering support for the development, scale-up, and operation of advanced fuel form manufacturing processes. This role supports research and development through full-scale production, focusing on coating processes, powder handling and forming, furnaces, and associated chemical and material systems. The position collaborates closely with process development, manufacturing, and facility teams to ensure safe, efficient, and compliant fuel form production.

Responsibilities
  • Support the development, design, optimization, and operation of fuel form manufacturing processes, including coating processes, graphite or ceramic powder processing, powder pressing, and sintering or furnace operations.
  • Design and document manufacturing processes, including process flow diagrams (PFDs), piping and instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs), equipment layouts, operating parameters, and process specifications.
  • Perform process calculations, material and energy balances, and data analysis to support process scale-up, optimization, and troubleshooting.
  • Support the selection, specification, and procurement of process equipment, including furnaces, coating systems, material handling equipment, presses, chemical processing equipment, and associated utilities.
  • Operate process equipment to perform design verification and validation, commissioning activities, and process qualification.
  • Support process automation and material handling systems, including integration of sensors, controls, and data acquisition systems.
  • Develop and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs), work instructions, and training documentation for fuel form processes.
  • Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective actions related to process deviations, equipment performance, and product quality.
  • Support quality assurance activities, including process audits, inspections, and documentation reviews to ensure compliance with regulatory and safety requirements.
  • Collaborate with facility, mechanical, and utility engineering teams to ensure process requirements are properly integrated into facility and infrastructure designs.
  • Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on yield, reliability, throughput, safety, and cost reduction.
  • Participate in hazard analyses and safety reviews related to chemical, thermal, and material handling operations.
  • Maintain professional communication and documentation standards in all forms of internal and external communication.
  • Provide technical guidance to junior engineers and technicians supporting fuel form manufacturing processes.
  • Participate in cross-functional teams to standardize engineering workflows, documentation, and best practices.
  • Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Minimum Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s degree in Chemical, Materials, Mechanical, or Nuclear Engineering from an ABET EAC–accredited program is required.
  • 5 years or more of relevant work experience is preferred. Advanced degrees may be in lieu of some years of experience.
  • Experience with process development, manufacturing operations, or pilot-scale production environments is required.
  • Experience with powder processing, coating processes, furnaces, thermal processing, or chemical manufacturing systems is strongly preferred.
  • Ability to create and interpret PFDs, P&IDs, equipment specifications, and process documentation.
  • Experience supporting process equipment installation, commissioning, and operational troubleshooting.
  • Knowledge of applicable manufacturing, chemical, and safety standards and codes.
  • Familiarity with process control systems, automation, and data collection tools.
  • Experience with 2D and or 3D engineering and manufacturing tools is preferred.
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and documentation skills.

Benefits:

All eligible employees enjoy an excellent benefits package, including medical/dental/vision insurance, short/long-term disability, life insurance, 401(k), paid time off including holidays, and tuition reimbursement.

EEO Statement:

MSTI is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified candidates, including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans, are encouraged to apply. MSTI is an E-Verify employer. If you have difficulty using the online application system or need an accommodation to apply due to a disability, please email: HR@mstechnology.com.

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