Ben Sutton

Dr. Ben Sutton is a principal technical leader at the Electric Power Research Institute, where he directs research and industry collaboration focused on advanced manufacturing, materials qualification, structural integrity, and welding technologies for nuclear energy applications. His work encompasses powder metallurgy-hot isostatic pressing (PM-HIP), additive manufacturing, advanced joining methods, and the development of materials data needed to support deployment of next-generation energy systems. Over the past 13 years, Sutton has collaborated with utilities, reactor developers, national laboratories, universities, and manufacturers to advance innovative materials and manufacturing solutions for both existing and advanced nuclear technologies.