Type One Energy Group

Metrology Lead Engineer

Knoxville, TN · Full-time

Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 22 days ago

Project ManagementSolidWorksSiemens NXGD&TRoboticsMechanical DesignHardware DesignLeadershipProblem Solving

About the role

At Type One Energy (T1E), our stellarator fusion machines will be relatively large mostly steel assemblies requiring precise alignment between multiple sections and layers of technology within each section.
This precision will be monitored and ensured in part using metrological technology and practices.
The goal of this effort is to ensure components meet exacting specifications before they are integrated into assemblies and then to ensure those assemblies can be installed and aligned as they are incorporated into the stellarator fusion system.

Define, design and develop metrology solutions including hardware engineering, test software implementation, and qualification of components and assemblies.
Support the creation of manufacturing process and equipment qualification validation plans and their implementation.
Taking a lead role in problem solving and/or disposition in support of engineering dispositions for non-compliant components and systems.
Review, guide, and validate designs created by peers and external suppliers to ensure technical excellence and manufacturability.
Support FMEA, DFMA, and risk assessments for critical hardware and assemblies.
Collaborate with suppliers and internal teams to support fabrication, assembly, and qualification of mechanical systems.
Develop and execute test plans to validate components received from vendors, components combined mechanically or via welding, and assemblies consisting of multiple components and/or subassemblies.
Develop and maintain calibration programs for mechanical, optical, and electronic measurement systems.
Contribute to process development documentation, design reviews, and configuration control processes.
Our FusionDirect development program pursues the lowest-risk, shortest-schedule path to a fusion power plant over the coming decade, using a partner-intensive and capital-efficient strategy.

Bachelor's or master's degree in engineering, Physics or a related discipline.
Proven expertise and at least 7 years of experience with metrology, precision measurement, or quality engineering, with at least 3 years in a leadership role.
Strong understanding of mechanical design principles, precision tolerancing, and manufacturing processes.
Deep knowledge of calibration methods, uncertainty analysis, and measurement system analysis (MSA).
Your leadership will directly influence fabrication practices, product quality, and ultimately our ability to efficiently make heat adequate to produce power on a grid scale.
What you'll need: Bachelor's or master's degree in engineering, Physics or a related discipline.

Strong understanding of GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing) and fabrication / manufacturing processes for large steel structures.
Familiarity with automation, robotics, or mechatronic systems used in precision manufacturing.
Demonstrated success leading complex engineering projects from concept to production.
Proficiency with 3D CAD tools (SolidWorks, Siemens NX, or similar).
Experience designing equipment or processes for high-radiological or nuclear environments, or for other extreme service conditions.
Type One Energy is committed to community engagement in the development and deployment of its clean energy technology.
For more information, visit www.typeoneenergy.com or follow us on LinkedIn.
Equal Opportunity Statement Type One Energy is an equal opportunity employer.

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