Chemistry Engineering Consultant - Auxiliary

Primary Responsibilities

• Participate in utility assessments related to auxiliary chemistry systems (e.g., raw water treatment, cooling water optimization, radwaste chemistry performance, corrosion control, and contaminant management).
• Support troubleshooting and chemistry evaluations involving balance-of-plant systems, including stator cooling water and service water systems.
• Provide chemistry guidance and technical support during outages and plant operational events.
• Develop technical recommendations for chemical treatment optimization and system reliability improvements.
• Support EPRI and SIA research initiatives related to auxiliary chemistry and corrosion mitigation.
• Write and review technical reports generated from assessments, evaluations, and research activities.
• Assist in development or application of chemistry tools and analytical methodologies for evaluating plant chemistry performance.

Required Skills/Qualifications

• 5–10 years of experience in the Nuclear Industry supporting chemistry and/or engineering efforts related to auxiliary or balance-of-plant systems.
• Working knowledge of PWR and/or BWR chemistry programs.
• BS degree in Chemical Engineering, Nuclear Engineering, Chemistry, or other related science or engineering field.
• Experience supporting plant chemistry programs involving raw water, cooling water, radwaste systems, or similar support systems.
• Ability to travel to support clients and business development efforts (~25%).
• Strong technical writing, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to obtain Nuclear Unescorted Access Authorization (UAA) as required.

Desired Skills/Qualifications

• More than 10 years of experience in the nuclear industry supporting auxiliary chemistry or system optimization efforts.
• Previous qualifications as a chemistry technician, staff chemist, engineer, or Senior Reactor Operator license.
• Experience with corrosion monitoring, water treatment technologies, or chemistry modeling tools.
• Experience performing root cause evaluations related to chemistry events or equipment degradation.
• Demonstrated project management experience supporting multiple technical work groups.
• Business development experience in the nuclear or power generation industry.
• Familiarity with industry guidance (EPRI, INPO, NRC) related to auxiliary and balance-of-plant chemistry.

About Us

SIA is an engineering consulting firm serving various industries including Nuclear Power, Energy Services, Pipeline Integrity, and Critical Infrastructure. Join a team of internationally recognized experts in a culture based on knowledge, excellence, and respect for one another. Our employees are members of a distinct community of internationally respected professionals committed to quality, engineering innovation and a shared goal of building a safer world.

Why Work at SIA?

• A competitive salary and performance-based bonus program.
• Roth 401k and an employer match for retirement benefits.
• Vacation, floating holidays, sick time, and parental leave.
• A comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, and vision insurance, life insurance and AD&D, short-term and long-term disability, health savings account with employer contribution, flexible spending account for health care and dependent care, ID theft protection and credit monitoring.