Chemist/Chemical Engineer

About the role

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! The Automated Chemistry Equipment unit is seeking a highly motivated chemistry systems engineer to join a world-class team providing direct fleet support for automated online chemistry analysis system and developing new systems, technology, and methods to revolutionize fleet chemistry analysis. As a Chemical Engineer in the Automated Chemistry Equipment unit, you will play a vital role in supporting and developing hardware and software systems to maintain effective chemistry analysis in the Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program, from requirements development and concept design through hardware delivery, training and system upkeep.

Responsibilities

• Direct fleet support and field work
• Development of novel technologies
• Proof of principle testing
• System design and testing
• Integration of equipment into fleet applications
• Support work for deployed systems
• Collaboration with shipyard field engineers, fleet chemistry experts, laboratory operations personnel, and software and cybersecurity experts to deliver innovative solutions
• Develop and expand technical skills through complex assignments, interpersonal skills through numerous interfaces, and leadership skills through various team assignments

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in a related technical, engineering or science field and a minimum of 6 years of relevant experience; or
• Master’s degree from an accredited college or university in a related technical, engineering or science field and a minimum of 4 years of relevant experience; or
• Doctorate degree from an accredited college or university in a related technical, engineering or science field and a minimum of 1 year of relevant experience; or
• Currently a Senior Reactor Training Engineer, Refueling Engineer, or Field (RPCO) Engineer at the Company.

Qualifications

Preferred qualification: BS in chemical engineering.

Skills

• BS in chemical engineering (preferred)

Benefits

• Health, Dental, Vision & Voluntary Benefits
• Disability, Life & Accident Insurance
• 401(k) Savings program & Capital 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

Pay

Pay Range $95,700.00 - $149,600.00 annually. Salary information provided is a general guideline only. Annual salary is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.