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
Exciting opportunity to work on projects that directly support the U.S
NAVY! The Naval Nuclear Laboratory is seeking a dynamic individual who will be part of the Coolant Technology Development unit
The successful candidate for this position will be able to conceive and executes ideas and plans that emphasize chemistry to solve problems; design experiments; sponsor chemistry testing to support engineering design, production, and/or novel R&D activities; write detailed technical reports, assessments, and recommendations; develop and use performance models; and directly support the U.S
Navy aircraft carriers, submarines, prototypes and moored training ships
Significant teamwork and collaboration with other organizations, both internal to the Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program and external sub-contractors, will be involved throughout projects to continuously improve performance evaluations
Required Combination of Knowledge and Skill
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in engineering or science related field and 4 years of relevant experience; or Master's degree from an accredited college or university in engineering or science related field and 2 years of relevant experience; or PhD degree from an accredited college or university in engineering or science related field; or Currently or previously NPE qualified; or CTE/ACRS and 1 year EOOW qualified in the Nuclear Operations Program; or Watch Instructor and Refueling Facility Area Refueling Engineer and 1 year as SRE.
Preferred Skills
BS in chemical engineering or chemistry
Experience with designing experiments and explaining results
Experience with water purification media and technologies
Experience with Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program water chemistry
Project management and leadership
Teaming and collaboration with good oral and written communication
Familiarity with modeling software and/or chemistry prediction tools (e.g
MATLAB, COMSOL, OLI)
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
$83,600.00 - $130,700.00 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
Exciting opportunity to work on projects that directly support the U.S
NAVY! The Naval Nuclear Laboratory is seeking a dynamic individual who will be part of the Coolant Technology Development unit
The successful candidate for this position will be able to conceive and executes ideas and plans that emphasize chemistry to solve problems; design experiments; sponsor chemistry testing to support engineering design, production, and/or novel R&D activities; write detailed technical reports, assessments, and recommendations; develop and use performance models; and directly support the U.S
Navy aircraft carriers, submarines, prototypes and moored training ships
Significant teamwork and collaboration with other organizations, both internal to the Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program and external sub-contractors, will be involved throughout projects to continuously improve performance evaluations
Required Combination of Knowledge and Skill
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in engineering or science related field and 4 years of relevant experience; or Master's degree from an accredited college or university in engineering or science related field and 2 years of relevant experience; or PhD degree from an accredited college or university in engineering or science related field; or Currently or previously NPE qualified; or CTE/ACRS and 1 year EOOW qualified in the Nuclear Operations Program; or Watch Instructor and Refueling Facility Area Refueling Engineer and 1 year as SRE.
Preferred Skills
BS in chemical engineering or chemistry
Experience with designing experiments and explaining results
Experience with water purification media and technologies
Experience with Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program water chemistry
Project management and leadership
Teaming and collaboration with good oral and written communication
Familiarity with modeling software and/or chemistry prediction tools (e.g
MATLAB, COMSOL, OLI)
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
$83,600.00 - $130,700.00 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.
