Associate Chemist & Chemical Engineer at Naval Nuclear Laboratory
Niskayuna, NY
About the Job
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 encourages diversity and inclusion in all its forms 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
Do you have a desire to help the world's best Naval fleet? Are you interested in a dynamic work environment while learning how the steam and reactor plants operate? A position as a Chemist and Chemical Engineer in the Steam Plant Chemistry team is for you! This position is for a fleet support engineer to provide support of steam plant chemistry and cleanliness issues across the entire nuclear fleet
In this role you will:
Solve problems associated with cleanliness control in Naval nuclear steam plants
Perform trials, tests, and/or experiments to support engineering, production, and/or R&D activities
Collect, analyze, and interpret data from various sources such as experiments and studies.
Develop technically and economically sound recommendations and prepare comprehensive documented observations, analyses, and interpretations of results and establish operating equipment specifications
Develop and recommend new processes and technologies to achieve cost effectiveness and improved product quality.
The successful candidate should be able to demonstrate strong interpersonal and communication skills, has an attention to detail, is able to evaluate data to draw conclusions about chemistry trends, and is able to multi-task within a fast-paced environment supporting the Navy.
Required Combination of Knowledge and Skill
Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university in engineering or science related field; or Master's degree from an accredited college or university in engineering or science related field.
Preferred Skills
Proficiency at reading fluid system drawings, ability to work in a cross-functional and cross-site team, excellent written and oral communication skills, strong performance record of leading complex work efforts to a successful and timely conclusion.
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
$62,000.00 - $94,900.00 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 is an Equal Opportunity Employer (Veterans/Disabilities) committed to workplace diversity
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other criteria protected by federal, state, or local law.
Our company encourages diversity and inclusion in all its forms 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
Do you have a desire to help the world's best Naval fleet? Are you interested in a dynamic work environment while learning how the steam and reactor plants operate? A position as a Chemist and Chemical Engineer in the Steam Plant Chemistry team is for you! This position is for a fleet support engineer to provide support of steam plant chemistry and cleanliness issues across the entire nuclear fleet
In this role you will:
Solve problems associated with cleanliness control in Naval nuclear steam plants
Perform trials, tests, and/or experiments to support engineering, production, and/or R&D activities
Collect, analyze, and interpret data from various sources such as experiments and studies.
Develop technically and economically sound recommendations and prepare comprehensive documented observations, analyses, and interpretations of results and establish operating equipment specifications
Develop and recommend new processes and technologies to achieve cost effectiveness and improved product quality.
The successful candidate should be able to demonstrate strong interpersonal and communication skills, has an attention to detail, is able to evaluate data to draw conclusions about chemistry trends, and is able to multi-task within a fast-paced environment supporting the Navy.
Required Combination of Knowledge and Skill
Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university in engineering or science related field; or Master's degree from an accredited college or university in engineering or science related field.
Preferred Skills
Proficiency at reading fluid system drawings, ability to work in a cross-functional and cross-site team, excellent written and oral communication skills, strong performance record of leading complex work efforts to a successful and timely conclusion.
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
$62,000.00 - $94,900.00 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 is an Equal Opportunity Employer (Veterans/Disabilities) committed to workplace diversity
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other criteria protected by federal, state, or local law.
