Materials Engineer

General Fusion Inc•Richmond, BC

4d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Material Engineer will be responsible for leading the technical success of all things related to material science in support of General Fusion’s LM26 project. The successful applicant will be expected to hit the ground running and thrive in a hands-on, fast-paced, and constantly evolving work environment. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated Materials Engineer looking for diverse and challenging work where ideas quickly become prototypes and machines used by General Fusion to develop practical fusion energy solutions.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Materials Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Engineering Physics (materials focus preferred)
Minimum 5 years of hands-on experience in applied materials engineering
Strong foundation in engineering and physics principles, with demonstrated practical application
Proven experience with metal processing methods, including casting, cold working, hot working, machining. Specific experience with lithium or other alkali metals is an asset.
Strong understanding of solidification theory (grain structure, segregation, phase transformations)
Experience with manufacturing and performance characterization of fiberglass composites
Strong mechanical aptitude and hands-on experience with prototyping, testing, and iterative development
Experience working with materials in high dynamic strain is an asset
Experience working on novel problems with limited prior art, requiring innovative solutions
Solid understanding of materials and fabrication processes
Data analysis using Python, MATLAB, or similar tools
Ability to operate effectively in ambiguous, fast-changing environments and communicate trade-offs clearly
Comfortable with sudden change and can pivot quickly
Proven ability to adapt scope and deliver results under aggressive timelines
Working knowledge of SolidWorks and SolidWorks PDM preferred
Able to authenticate work; registered as a Professional Engineer with EGBC, or actively working toward registration, preferred

Nice To Haves

Specific experience with lithium or other alkali metals is an asset.
Experience working with materials in high dynamic strain is an asset
Working knowledge of SolidWorks and SolidWorks PDM preferred
registered as a Professional Engineer with EGBC, or actively working toward registration, preferred

Responsibilities

Investigate relationships between material structure and performance in lithium in extreme operating conditions.
Make recommendations for material structure / design that will improve outcomes in the extreme operating conditions.
Make recommendations to improve General Fusion’s lithium liner production process to consistently achieve recommended material conditions
Provide materials science expertise to support the design, operation, and optimization of test beds, liner production equipment, and experimental machines.
Collaborate with engineers, physicists, and technicians to improve test bed performance and reliability
Conduct metallurgical, mechanical, thermal, and chemical testing to validate material, performance, system performance, and material models.
Perform failure analysis and material characterization using a range of analytical and experimental techniques
Apply microscopy, spectroscopy, and other optical analysis methods to understand material behavior
Coordinate with external laboratories for specialized testing not available in-house
Analyze casting behavior and material performance using simulation tools
Perform basic mechanical design, fabrication, and assembly as needed
Develop and maintain documentation, including design details, test plans, and experimental results
Respond quickly to evolving requirements and troubleshoot issues to maintain system uptime
Contribute to team development through knowledge sharing, active participation in project meetings, and process improvement initiatives
Promote a positive work environment while championing safe work practices