Probe Materials and Manufacturing Engineer

We are looking for an experienced engineer to join INETEC’s Research and Development Division. In this role, you will lead the “materials & manufacturing” pillar of ultrasonic (UT) and eddy‑current (ET) diagnostic probes development. If you enjoy solving problems where microstructure, chemistry and process control decide whether a product truly works, you’ll feel at home.

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?

• Lead materials selection and compatibility decisions across UT/ET probe designs (polymers, metals, ceramics, composites; insulation, shielding, sealing).
• Engineer robust interfaces: surface preparation, adhesive bonding, potting/encapsulation, cure schedules, void control, cleanliness and moisture control.
• Develop and optimize manufacturing processes with defined process windows, traceability and in‑process QC checkpoints (DFM/DFT mindset).
• Drive reliability and qualification-style testing (thermal cycling, vibration, humidity, aging, chemical exposure) and translate results into design/process updates.
• Own or co‑own key manufacturing documentation: BOMs, work instructions, acceptance criteria, test plans and concise technical reports.
• Support prototype builds and pilots with manufacturing teams; troubleshoot failures and run structured root-cause & corrective action.
• Collaborate closely with probe engineers focused on UT/ET performance; you provide the materials/manufacturing insight that makes designs survive reality.
• Mentor junior engineers and help raise the bar for repeatability, workmanship and engineering rigor.

Who are we looking for?

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

• A minimum of a Master’s degree (Mechanical Engineering & Naval Architecture or equivalent) with background in Materials / Materials Engineering / Manufacturing / Mechanical Engineering.
• A minimum of 3 years of work experience in materials/process development for sensors, probes, electronics packaging, or similar precision hardware in an R&D or product environment.
• Strong practical understanding of polymers/epoxies, adhesives, encapsulation/potting, coatings or surface engineering; ability to define repeatable processes.
• Ability to create and maintain engineering documentation and work with requirements, acceptance criteria and test evidence.
• Fluent English (written and spoken);
• Structured, solution-oriented approach, comfortable collaborating across disciplines.
• Strong plus would be:
• Experience with vacuum/outgassing constraints, thermal management, EMI shielding, hermetic/sealed assemblies, or harsh-environment packaging.
• Failure analysis experience (fractography, delamination, corrosion, moisture ingress, voiding) and familiarity with basic lab methods.
• CAD literacy (Inventor/SolidWorks) and comfort in a lab/workshop setting; hands-on debugging mentality.
• Exposure to NDT (UT/ET), acoustics/electromagnetics, or qualification processes in safety-critical industries.

What do we offer?

• A high-impact engineering role where materials choices directly define probe performance, reliability and manufacturability.
• International projects in safety-critical industries (nuclear, energy, aerospace) where quality and evidence matter.
• Modern lab/workshop environment, strong engineering culture, and direct influence on product decisions.
• Continuous learning, professional development and clear growth paths within R&D.

When applying, please include a brief note highlighting materials/process challenges you solved (e.g. bonding, encapsulation, coatings, sealing, reliability testing, or failure analysis).