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.
• Participate in business development activities, including client engagement and support of growth initiatives.
• 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 experience 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

Structural Integrity Associates, Inc. (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.
• Retail retirement benefits including a Traditional 401k, Roth 401k, and an employer match.
• Vacation, floating holidays, sick time, and parental leave.
• A comprehensive benefits program that includes 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.

Export Control Notice

Certain positions at SIA may require access to information and technology which is subject to Export Administration Regulations 15 CFR 730-774, including those of the US Department of Energy (DOE) in 10 CFR 810 and Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) 10 CFR Part 110. Hiring decisions for such positions must comply with these regulations and may result in SIA limiting its consideration of foreign nationals who are citizens of countries that are not on the DOE’s Generally Authorized Destinations List: https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-10/chapter-III/part-810/appendix-Appendix%20A%20to%20Part%20810.