Chemical Engineer (New Grad) (Nuclear Fuel)

Location: Los Angeles, CA, United States

Salary: $96,000–$106,000 annually

Company

hirify.global designs, builds, and operates uranium enrichment services to support nuclear fuel production for advanced reactors and critical industries.

What you will do

• Support the design, instrumentation, and build-out of an advanced laboratory.
• Conduct isotopic analysis and trace-element detection using ICP-MS, TIMS, and SIMS.
• Monitor nuclear fuel cycle materials using analytical chemistry techniques.
• Develop and validate sample preparation, digestion, and separation methods.
• Interpret mass spectrometry data and collaborate with process engineers and operations support.
• Follow radiation protection, hazardous material handling, and chemical safety protocols.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, or a related field; graduating students and recent graduates are encouraged to apply.
• Knowledge of mass spectrometry techniques such as ICP-MS, TIMS, or SIMS and experience with analytical instrumentation.
• Basic proficiency in wet chemistry, including sample digestion, titration, and precipitation.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work in a highly regulated environment.
• Evidence of exceptional ability through prior projects, a portfolio, or completed products.
• Ability to work extended hours and weekends as necessary.

Nice to have

• Strong understanding of engineering fundamentals.
• Ability to perform trade studies and make recommendations using first-principles reasoning with partial information.
• Experience in a fast-paced engineering or highly technical environment.

Culture & Benefits

• Mission-driven work focused on making nuclear energy more affordable.
• Collaboration with experienced engineers and scientists on technically challenging projects.
• Opportunities to build practical skills across chemistry, engineering, instrumentation, and laboratory operations.
• Full-time hires may be eligible for stock options.
• Medical, vision, and dental coverage, plus access to a 401(k) retirement plan.