Process Engineer (New Grad)

General Matter • Los Angeles, CA

3d • $96,000 - $106,000

About The Position

General Matter is seeking a Process Engineer to support the development, optimization, and scaling of chemical processes for nuclear fuel cycle operations. The role offers the opportunity to contribute to safe and efficient engineering solutions for advanced energy production in a multidisciplinary environment. Candidates should have a foundational understanding of chemical engineering principles and a willingness to learn and grow in the field.

The engineer will support process development and unit-operation design for nuclear fuel production facilities, lead pilot-scale testing initiatives, and contribute to process modeling and data analysis. They will prepare and present project documentation, collaborate with manufacturing, operations, and safety teams, and participate in technical reviews.

The base salary range is $96,000–$106,000 annually. Full-time hires may also be eligible for long-term incentives in the form of stock options and access to medical, vision, and dental coverage, as well as a 401(k) retirement plan. The role may require extended hours and weekends as necessary.

Requirements

• Evidence of exceptional ability, demonstrated through prior projects, a portfolio of work, completed products, or similar.
• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Nuclear Engineering, or a related field; advanced degrees may substitute for years of experience depending on degree level.
• 0–5 years of experience in nuclear safety, process safety, or similar high-hazard environments.
• Strong understanding of 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 written and verbal communication skills for conveying technical safety data to diverse audiences.
• Ability to collaborate across engineering, operations, and licensing teams.
• Ability to work extended hours and weekends as necessary.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a fast-paced engineering environment or a highly technical role requiring a resourceful, entrepreneurial approach to completing tasks within tight timeframes or budget constraints.
• Relevant internship or co-op experience in nuclear, chemical, petroleum, or aerospace industries.
• Exposure to process modeling tools.
• Knowledge or experience with vacuum systems, cryogenics, compressible flow, or nuclear chemical processes.
• Strong interest in innovative projects in nuclear energy or advanced chemical processing.

Responsibilities

• Support development of new processes and design of unit operations for nuclear fuel production facilities.
• Lead pilot-scale testing initiatives and contribute to process modeling and data analysis.
• Execute engineering assignments under guidance, applying knowledge of thermodynamics, fluid flow, heat and mass transfer, and reaction kinetics.
• Prepare and present reports, summaries, test plans, and other documentation communicating project progress and findings.
• Contribute to engineering documents such as design requirements, engineering specifications, and procedural documentation.
• Collaborate with manufacturing, operations, and safety teams to support design and operational objectives.
• Participate in technical reviews as a presenter or reviewer, offering insights and solutions to project challenges.

Benefits

• Long-term incentives in the form of stock options may be available to full-time hires.
• Access to medical coverage.
• Access to vision coverage.
• Access to dental coverage.
• Access to a 401(k) retirement plan.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level