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A small technical firm doing serious work on NNSA and DOE programs. We value depth over breadth. Every person contributes directly to program outcomes.

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What We Value

The Ardous Approach

01

Technical Rigor

We build models from first principles and document every assumption. Good engineering isn't about finding the answer. It's about knowing why the answer is right. We expect the same standard from everyone who joins this team.

Technical Rigor
Integrity & Honest Communication
02

Integrity & Honest Communication

We do not over-promise. We do not hide uncertainty. When something is hard or unclear, we say so and work through it openly. The trust our clients place in us is worth more than any single deliverable.

03

Practical Execution

Research rigor applied to real program constraints. We move efficiently from analysis to deliverable without cutting corners, meeting milestones while maintaining the quality that serious engineering requires.

Agile Engineering Framework
What We Offer

Benefits

Market-Competitive Compensation
Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage
401k Plan with Company Match
Paid Holidays, Vacation & Sick Time
Paid Parental Leave
Flexible Work Arrangements
Professional Development Opportunities
Fitness Reimbursement
Open Positions

Current Openings

We currently have two open positions. Click any listing to view full details.

Now Hiring

Mechanical Engineer II

Taylorsville, Utah Full-Time $80,000 – $110,000
Position Summary

Ardous Engineering & Research LLC is seeking a Mechanical Engineer II to support engineering and research activities related to thermal systems, heat transfer, radiative heat transfer, advanced materials, and energy-related technical analysis. This role will contribute to modeling, technical studies, engineering documentation, and project execution support for DOE-relevant programs and other challenging engineering applications.

The ideal candidate is a technically strong engineer who can contribute to analytical work, communicate clearly, and support projects with professionalism and attention to detail.

Key Responsibilities
  • Support engineering analysis involving thermal systems, heat transfer, radiative heat transfer, and related mechanical phenomena
  • Develop and execute engineering calculations, modeling tasks, and technical studies
  • Assist with MATLAB-based or similar computational modeling and data analysis
  • Support design trade studies, technical evaluations, and problem-solving efforts
  • Prepare engineering documentation such as technical memoranda, analysis summaries, assumptions logs, and review materials
  • Contribute to verification-minded engineering workflows, including benchmarking, convergence checks, and traceable documentation
  • Support project execution activities such as scope development, schedule coordination, vendor communication, and technical follow-up
  • Work collaboratively across technical disciplines to support engineering and research objectives
Minimum Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or closely related field
  • 3–6 years of relevant engineering experience
  • Experience with thermal systems, heat transfer, fluids, mechanical analysis, or related engineering work
  • Ability to perform structured engineering analysis and communicate results clearly
  • Experience with engineering documentation and technical writing
  • Strong problem-solving skills and sound engineering judgment
Preferred Qualifications
  • Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field
  • Experience with radiative heat transfer, thermal modeling, or energy systems analysis
  • Experience using MATLAB, Python, or similar technical computing tools
  • Familiarity with CAD tools and engineering drawing/package support
  • Experience supporting research, test, validation, or technical review activities
  • Familiarity with DOE, federal, or highly regulated technical environments
Desired Traits
Strong Analytical Mindset Clear Communicator Professional & Dependable Small-Business Comfortable Detail Oriented
Benefits / Additional Information
  • Competitive compensation based on qualifications and experience
  • Opportunity to contribute to technically challenging engineering and research work
  • Direct collaboration with company leadership and technical decision-makers

To apply, email contact@ardous.com with subject line: Mechanical Engineer II – [Your Name]

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Now Hiring

Electrical Engineer III

Taylorsville, Utah Full-Time $90,000 – $121,000
Position Summary

Ardous Engineering & Research LLC is seeking an Electrical Engineer III to support engineering and research work involving electromagnetics, multiphysics analysis, modeling, advanced materials, and energy-related technologies. This role will help lead technical studies, support proposal and program execution efforts, and contribute to disciplined engineering analysis for DOE-relevant programs.

The ideal candidate brings strong electrical engineering fundamentals, the ability to work across disciplines, and experience producing clear technical work products in complex engineering environments.

Key Responsibilities
  • Perform and support engineering analysis related to electromagnetics, electrical systems, and coupled multiphysics behavior
  • Contribute to technical studies involving modeling, simulation, system behavior, and performance evaluation
  • Support development of engineering approaches for DOE-relevant and other complex technical applications
  • Prepare technical documentation including analysis reports, design evaluations, assumptions tracking, and review materials
  • Support verification-minded workflows, including technical checking, validation planning, and defensible documentation
  • Collaborate with mechanical, thermal, and research personnel on multidisciplinary engineering problems
  • Assist with proposal support, technical volume input, and engineering planning activities as needed
  • Provide sound technical judgment and help guide junior staff or contributors when appropriate
Minimum Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or closely related field
  • 5–8 years of relevant engineering experience
  • Experience with electromagnetics, electrical analysis, systems engineering, or related technical work
  • Strong technical writing and communication skills
  • Ability to perform disciplined engineering work with limited oversight
  • Strong problem-solving ability and engineering judgment
Preferred Qualifications
  • Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field
  • Experience in electromagnetics, RF, signal behavior, multiphysics modeling, or related analysis
  • Familiarity with MATLAB, Python, or similar computational tools
  • Experience with modeling, simulation, verification, or technical documentation in regulated or mission-driven environments
  • Familiarity with DOE, federal, national laboratory, aerospace, or defense-related technical work
  • Experience working across electrical, thermal, and mechanical interfaces
Desired Traits
Technically Mature & Self-Directed Strong Written Communicator Professional & Responsive Small-Business Comfortable Balances Rigor, Speed & Practicality
Benefits / Additional Information
  • Competitive compensation based on qualifications and experience
  • Opportunity to contribute to advanced engineering and research programs
  • Direct visibility into technical strategy and project execution

To apply, email contact@ardous.com with subject line: Electrical Engineer III – [Your Name]

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