Junior Probe Materials and Manufacturing

We are looking for a motivated materials-oriented engineer to join our innovative journey and become a part of INETEC’s Research and Development Division. If you enjoy turning “hard requirements” into robust, manufacturable hardware, this is the role for you.

Who are we?

We are INETEC – a high-tech company specializing in the design, development, and production of robotic systems, instruments, software, controllers, and probes. For 35 years, we have been delivering cutting-edge technology and services to the nuclear industry.

At the heart of every new product lies our passion for innovation and emerging technologies. Our greatest asset is our people—their knowledge, values, and motivation. Together, we are shaping a reliable and innovative future.

What will you do?

• Provide technical and administrative support in the development of ultrasonic (UT) and/or eddy current (ET) probes.
• Own the “materials side” of UT/ET probe development: material selection, compatibility and process windows for probe components.
• Engineer reliable bonds and interfaces (adhesives, potting/encapsulation, surface preparation, curing), minimizing CTE mismatch, voids and long‑term degradation.
• Work on coatings, insulation, cable/jacket materials, sealing concepts, and corrosion/chemical resistance for harsh environments.
• Support prototype fabrication: tooling, basic machining, assembly, potting, finishing — with a strong design‑for‑manufacturing mindset.
• Define and improve manufacturing procedures (repeatability, QC checkpoints, acceptance criteria) and contribute to internal work instructions.
• Plan and support qualification-style testing (thermal cycling, vibration, aging, humidity, chemical exposure) and link outcomes to material/process choices.
• Collaborate daily with probe designers focused on UT/ET performance; you bring the materials/manufacturing insight that makes designs survive reality.

Who are we looking for?

We’d love to meet a candidate with the following experience and skills:

• Master’s degree (Mechanical Engineering & Naval Architecture) – Materials
• Previous work experience is not required
• Hands-on interest in manufacturing and materials behaviour (polymers, metals, ceramics, composites; joining/bonding; surface preparation).
• Engineering mindset: curiosity, structured problem solving, and discipline for documentation and repeatable processes.
• Fluency in spoken and written English.
• Open-minded, positive and proactive attitude.

Nice to have:

• Experience with adhesives, epoxies, potting resins, encapsulation, curing kinetics, outgassing/vacuum compatibility, or moisture control.
• Understanding of tribology, coatings, corrosion, heat treatment, microstructure–property relationships, or failure analysis.
• Basic CAD literacy (Inventor/SolidWorks) and comfort in a lab/workshop setting.
• Any exposure to NDT (UT/ET), sensors, electromagnetics/acoustics, or qualification testing.

What do we offer?

• Real R&D problems: you will influence materials choices that directly define probe performance, reliability and manufacturability.
• Mentorship from experienced engineers and a fast-learning curve in UT/ET probe technology.
• Work on high-impact projects in safety-critical industries where materials selection truly matters (nuclear, aerospace, energy).
• A practical, engineering-driven environment with modern lab/workshop capabilities and clear paths for growth.

When applying, please include a brief note on the materials/manufacturing challenges you enjoy solving, or a project you are proud of and would like to highlight!