Electrical Engineer

About the Company

At General Matter, we’re strengthening America’s capacity in nuclear energy to create a new set of possibilities, from generating clean energy at scale to forging energy security. 

With nuclear energy powering the next wave of American progress, we’re ensuring our country has the fuel it needs for the next generation of reactors, no matter what’s happening around the world.

We are backed by top tier investors. Our lean, world-class team of engineers and operators is applying a first-principles approach to solving the problem of nuclear fuel production. We are a mission-driven company with a culture of urgency, accountability and transparency.

About This Role

General Matter is seeking an Electrical Engineering generalist to design and develop electronics for our enrichment technology. As an Electrical Engineer you will act as a responsible engineer for enrichment hardware, from conception through build, test, qualification, and ultimately production operations. 

Responsibilities:

• Develop high reliability electronics for General Matter's enrichment technology, with a focus in power electronics and controls.


• Systems trades, requirements capture, component selection, design analysis, schematic capture, prototyping, bring-up, debugging, design documentation, manufacturing planning, and production test for electrical designs.


• Create development and qualification testing campaigns to exercise designs to their limits and ensure reliable enrichment hardware.


• Work with experts from other teams and departments to ensure that fielded systems perform their intended function while being efficient, manufacturable, and reliable; challenge assumptions and build strong professional relationships.

Basic Qualifications:

• Evidence of exceptional ability (prior projects, portfolio of work, completed products, etc).


• Strong understanding of engineering fundamentals.


• Ability to perform trade studies and make clear recommendations using first principles and engineering fundamentals even with partial information.

Preferred Skills and Experience:

• Experience in a fast-paced engineering environment or a highly technical role requiring a resourceful, entrepreneurial approach to complete tasks within tight timeframes or budget constraints.


• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering.


• 3+ years of design experience designing power electronics (research and extracurricular academic projects qualify).


• Experience developing new hardware, not just incremental updates.

Additional Requirements:

• Ability to work extended hours and weekends as necessary.

Compensation and Benefits

Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience.

Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at General Matter. You may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of company stock options. You will also receive access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, HSA/FSA/Commuter benefits, and various other benefits. General Matter also offers all employees an 'Unlimited Time Off' policy.