Materials Testing Engineer - Coatings and Mechanical Testing

Talascend

📍 Everett, Washington, United States

Full-time Engineers Posted June 16, 2026

Job Description

A Talascend client is seeking an experienced Materials Testing Engineer for a long-term contract role based in Everett, WA.

This role will serve on the Natrium Materials Testing and Characterization team. This role will provide support as part of a high functioning team of engineers focused on materials testing, characterization, and supplier qualification for next generation materials and components for sodium cooled fast reactors. You will be responsible for a wide range of materials testing activities at partners, suppliers, and in a laboratory environment located in Everett, WA.

Tasks
  • Oversee and develop test programs for material performance and degradation (e.g., physical property measurement, mechanical testing, neutron irradiation, etc)
  • Develop test requirements, plans, specifications, and procedures for testing unique materials in complex environments, including liquid metal sodium
  • Lead large-scale cooperative pr...