Nuclear Fuel Process Engineer - Nyköping

Veritaz is a leading IT staffing solutions provider in Sweden, committed to advancing individual careers and aiding employers in securing the perfect talent fit. With a proven track record of successful partnerships with top companies, we have rapidly grown our presence in the USA, Europe, and Sweden as a dependable and trusted resource within the IT industry.
Assignment Description:
We are looking for a Senior Nuclear Fuel Process Engineer to join our dynamic team.
What you will work on:
Join a growing team tasked with manufacturing UN fuel in a newly established laboratory.
Qualify the fuel through irradiation and out-of-pile testing for use in a demonstration reactor in Sweden.
Design a UN powder production line capable of producing several kilograms of the product based on completed R&D efforts.
Define the materials, equipment, and specific design solutions required for constructing the UN powder production line.
Oversee the sourcing and quality assurance of all necessary goods in collaboration with procurement specialists.
Contribute to and supervise the commissioning of the UN powder production line.
Ensure effective, compliant, and seamless operations by interacting with the host facility and regulatory representatives.
Identify competency gaps and recruitment needs within the organization.
Collaborate with internal and external parties responsible for fuel pelletization, fuel rod, and fuel assembly manufacturing.
Utilize your experience in fuel qualification, fuel factory development and licensing, and demonstration reactor licensing processes.

What you bring:
A Master’s degree or higher in Chemical Engineering or a closely related field.
Possession of a B-category driver’s license.
No restrictions preventing you from working with nuclear materials in Sweden.
Several years of proven experience in developing manufacturing or processing lines, preferably for industries prioritizing material quality, such as nuclear, halogenide, ceramics, or pharmaceuticals.
Hands-on experience in commissioning or operating material manufacturing or processing lines.
Strong communication skills in both verbal and written English; knowledge of Swedish is a plus.
Exceptional problem-solving abilities and a creative mindset for developing innovative solutions.
A keen interest in personal growth and the potential to act as a formal or informal leader.