Chemist 1

Nuclear Fuel Services (NFS), a division of BWX Technologies, is a U.S.-based Fortune 1000 and Defense News Top 100 manufacturing and engineering innovator. BWXT provides safe and effective nuclear solutions for global security, clean energy, environmental restoration, nuclear medicine, and space exploration. With over 7,800 employees, BWXT operates 14 major sites in the U.S., Canada, and the U.K., serving as the sole manufacturer of naval nuclear reactors for U.S. submarines and aircraft carriers. The company also supplies precision components, services, and fuel for the commercial nuclear power industry and manages environmental restoration and operations for U.S. Department of Energy and NASA facilities.

About the role

This is an entry-level position for chemists. Initially, the chemist is assigned to training in various plant laboratories for a period of one to two months. The role is on-site in Erwin, TN.

Responsibilities

• Develop an understanding of the responsibilities of each laboratory in the plant and how they function and interrelate.
• Understand the responsibilities of each department in the plant and their interrelationships.
• Investigate plant processes and develop a comprehensive understanding of them.
• Learn the work responsibilities for each labor unit in the plant.
• Become familiar with NFS' analytical methods/systems and determine their capabilities.
• Solve technical problems for analytical systems that are safe, efficient, cost-effective, and meet ALARA objectives.

Requirements

• B.S. Degree in Chemistry.
• One year or less of relevant experience.
• U.S. citizenship with no dual citizenship (required for Department of Energy security clearance).
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DOE security clearance, involving an extensive criminal and financial background investigation, drug test, and employment reference verifications.

Pay

The base salary range for this position in Tennessee is $64,000 to $90,000 per year. The offered salary is based on local job market factors and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and other objective business considerations. The total compensation package may also include an annual cash incentive and a full range of medical, retirement, and other benefits. Details will be provided at the time of offer.