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Senior Chemist & Chemical Engineer

Naval Nuclear Laboratory
parental leave, tuition assistance, 401(k)
United States, Pennsylvania, West Mifflin
814 Pittsburgh McKeesport Boulevard (Show on map)
Mar 03, 2025
About Us Working at the Naval Nuclear Laboratory we foster pride in belonging to an organization whose culture is made up of these core values: Trust, Empowerment, and Collaboration. Our company promotes a positive culture while ensuring the safety and reliability of our nation's naval nuclear reactors, and training the Sailors who operate those reactors in the U.S. Navy's submarines and aircraft carrier Fleets. Looking for a lifetime career Apply today! Job Description The Fabrication Technology (FT) unit manages several laboratories across the Bettis site that support fundamental materials research and material fabrication development. To support this effort, the team is seeking a hands-on engineer/scientist to manage and operate these labs. This is a dynamic position that will require the candidate to work side by side with technicians, engineers, as well as management and interact with NNL's regulatory organizations to maintain compliance. Success in this role requires knowledge in hands-on operation of thermal analysis equipment, as well as operation of lab-scale furnaces and other general laboratory equipment. The successful candidate will train lab users in the use of the lab facilities and cognizant equipment as well as manage users' access to the labs. Candidate will also be responsible for waste evaluation, chemical procurement, and general compliance activities. The successful candidate will also be expected to assume responsibility for technical deliverables for on-going development work. Key Responsibilities: * Maintain and develop procedures for safe laboratory operations. * Operate Thermal Analysis equipment including training of new users. * Manage access and training for a Vault Type Room (VTR) lab. * Collaborate with teams from CMMI, Core Manufacturing, and Bettis Engineering. * Manage maintenance contract(s) for thermal analysis and other lab equipment. * Keep chemical inventory and train Waste Generators. * Maintain and revise the Process Evaluation List * Actively participate in operations surveillance programs within the unit and across TEC. * Participate in internal and NR audits of the labs. Required Combination of Knowledge and Skill Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in engineering or science related field and 6 years of relevant experience; or Master's degree from an accredited college or university in engineering or science related field and 4 years of relevant experience; or Currently or previously Shift Supervisor Part I qualified; or EDO qualified and 2 years EOOW qualified in the Nuclear Operations Program; or 3 years SRE qualified and Water Instructor and Refueling Facility Area Refueling Engineer and Fuel and Barrier Shift Supervisor (ECF only); or SRE qualified and 6 years of experience. Preferred Skills * Proficiency on Netzsch Thermal Analysis equipment and software. * Knowledge/Experience with vacuum furnace operations. * Knowledge of analytical characterization techniques. * Knowledge or experience in waste characterization and disposition. * Able to perform minor maintenance/modifications on lab equipment. * Qualified (or able to) as a Waste Chemical Representative (WCR) and Service Contract Work Administrator (SCWA). * Attention to detail in lab experimentation and documentation. * Experience with participation in multi-disciplinary teams. * Excellent written and oral communication. Compensation and Benefits Health, Dental, Vision & Voluntary Benefits Disability, Life & Accident Insurance 401(k) Savings program & Captial Accumulation Plan Personal & Medical Time Off Paid Parental Leave Flexible Work Schedules Tuition Assistance for Eligible Employees Student Debt Benefit Personal Time Off Sell Program Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Wellness Program Visit us online to view all NNL benefits! Pay Range $92,900.00 - $145,200.00 annually Salary information provided is a general guide line only. Annual salary is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations The Naval Nuclear Laboratory is operated for the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) by Fluor Marine Propulsion, LLC (FMP), a wholly owned subsidiary of Fluor Corporation. Naval Nuclear Laboratory personnel are FMP employees who work at four DOE facilities: Bettis Atomic Power Laboratory, Knolls Atomic Power Laboratory, Kenneth A. Kesselring Site, and Naval Reactors Facility, and at the U.S. Department of Defense-owned Nuclear Power Training Unit-Charleston. FMP employees also have an established presence at numerous shipyards and vendor locations. For nearly 70 years, the Naval Nuclear Laboratory has developed advanced nuclear propulsion technology, provided technical support, and trained world-class nuclear operators to ensure the safe and reliable operation of our nation's submarine and aircraft carrier Fleets. The Naval Nuclear Laboratory is a national asset solely dedicated to the Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program. We rely on the dedication and innovation of our nearly 8000 engineers, scientists, technicians, and support personnel. All candidates must be U.S. citizens. Applicants selected will be subject to a Federal background investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified matter. FMP is a government contractor and maintains a drug free workplace and workforce. All candidates must be able to pass a drug test in compliance with FMP company policy and 10 CFR 707. Marijuana is a Federal Schedule I controlled substance and illegal under Federal Law. Therefore, FMP is required to test for marijuana. Fluor Marine Propulsion, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Apply Now