Associate Chemist & Chemical Engineer
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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 DescriptionDo 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 SkillBachelors 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 SkillsProficiency 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 BenefitsHealth, Dental, Vision & Voluntary BenefitsDisability, Life & Accident Insurance401(k) Savings program & Captial Accumulation PlanPersonal & Medical Time OffPaid Parental LeaveFlexible Work SchedulesTuition Assistance for Eligible EmployeesStudent Debt Benefit Personal Time Off Sell ProgramEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)Wellness ProgramVisit 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 considerationsThe 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.