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Chemical Engineer

Naval Nuclear Laboratory
Schenectady, NY Full Time
POSTED ON 4/26/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/22/2025

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 nations naval nuclear reactors, and training the Sailors who operate those reactors in the U.S. Navys submarines and aircraft carrier Fleets. Looking for a lifetime career? Apply today!

Job Description

NNL is seeking a Chemical Engineer in our Materials Manufacturing area. This area is responsible for the research and testing of nuclear fuel, poison and cladding materials including test design, specimen fabrication, and characterization.

Job responsibilities will include :

  • Working within a team of engineering, laboratory, facility, and compliance organizations to enable and conduct test programs.
  • Planning, designing, modeling / analyzing, manufacturing, and deploying laboratory equipment which include nuclear, chemical, mechanical, structural, and electrical components and systems.
  • Development and fabrication of unique materials systems up to and including small scale production demonstration.
  • Documenting progress, analyzing results, and conducting presentations as needed.

This is a hands-on position in a dynamic and innovative environment spanning from development to laboratory deployment.

Required Combination of Knowledge and Skill

Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university in engineering or science related field and 4 years of relevant experience; or Masters degree from an accredited college or university in engineering or science related field and 2 years of relevant experience; or PhD degree from an accredited college or university in engineering or science related field; or Currently or previously NPE qualified; or CTE / ACRS and 1 year EOOW qualified in the Nuclear Operations Program; or Watch Instructor and Refueling Facility Area Refueling Engineer and 1 year as SRE.

Preferred Skills

This position is targeted at engineers interested in the research, development, and deployment of equipment and facilities for the research production of novel nuclear materials, components, and systems. Experience in as many of the following areas as possible is desired :

  • Materials science, ceramic engineering, chemistry, control systems and software engineering.
  • Data analytics, statical design of experiments, machine learning.
  • Demonstrated software programming skills in LabVIEW and Python environments.
  • Demonstrated ability to clearly and concisely articulate technical work and detail to broad audiences to include senior management in written and verbal format.
  • Demonstrated "can-do" proactive approach that displays self-motivation, time and project management skills, ownership, and personal accountability.
  • Compensation and Benefits

    Health, Dental, Vision & Voluntary Benefits

    Disability, Life & Accident Insurance

    401(k) Savings program & Captial 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

    Visit us online to view all NNL benefits!

    Pay Range

    83,600.00 - $130,700.00 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 considerations

    The 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 nations 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.

    Salary : $83,600 - $130,700

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