Alkali Metal Test Engineer

Position Overview

System One is seeking a highly motivated Test Engineer – Alkali Metal Testing to support advanced reactor testing operations for a leading clean energy client. This on-site role in Everett, WA will support engineering and full-scale laboratory testing activities, with a focus on high-temperature liquid sodium and molten salt systems
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The Test Engineer will assist with experimental design, test execution, data acquisition, and post-test analysis in support of next-generation reactor development programs.

• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to translate conceptual requirements into actionable test specifications, including instrumentation strategies and success criteria.
• Support experimental design, operation, repair, and analysis of tests focused on high-temperature liquid sodium systems.
• Coordinate cross-functional efforts related to test fixture design, control system integration, and laboratory space planning.
• Design and select instrumentation, data acquisition, and control systems to meet experimental objectives.
• Develop and document test plans, test designs, and test procedures.
• Execute testing activities and conduct post-test data analysis.
• Generate clear, accurate test reports and technical documentation.
• Apply nuclear industry best practices to maintain high standards of quality and safety.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and technical enhancements.

• Bachelor’s degree in an applicable engineering discipline.
• Minimum of three (3) years of experience in a testing, research, or R&D environment.
• Experience documenting experiments and test results.
• Hands‑on experience assembling and operating test systems.
• Experience with multiple testing types (R&D, Acceptance, Validation, Qualification).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• High level of safety awareness and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks concurrently.
• Comfortable working in a lightly structured environment requiring both standards-based guidance and first-principles problem solving.
• High degree of professionalism, integrity, and teamwork orientation.

• Experience with alkali metals and/or molten salt testing and handling.
• Experience with fluid systems.
• Experience designing and integrating data acquisition and control systems.
• Familiarity with engineering tools such as LabVIEW, Solid Works, Jira/Confluence, and the Microsoft Office 365 suite is preferred.
• The successful candidate will possess a high degree of trust and integrity
  , communicate openly, and display respect with a strong desire to foster teamwork.
• Actual position starting level and title will be determined based on assessment of qualifications.

• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods.
• Fine motor skills (grasping, gripping, keyboard use).
• Occasional bending, stooping, and lifting (up to 25 pounds).
• Prolonged repetitive work.
• Visual and audio-focused tasks.
• Standard office and laboratory work environments.
• Travel requirement: 0–5%.

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