What are the responsibilities and job description for the Scientist, Testing Laboratory position at Pantex?
Location: Amarillo, TX (Pantex Plant)
Job Title: Scientist, Testing Laboratory
Career Level From: Associate
Career Level To: Senior Specialist
Organization: Testing Laboratory (51397413)
Job Specialty: Analytical Chemistry
Job Title: Scientist, Testing Laboratory
Career Level From: Associate
Career Level To: Senior Specialist
Organization: Testing Laboratory (51397413)
Job Specialty: Analytical Chemistry
What You'll Do
- Responsible for subject-matter-expert duties for processes and techniques of one or more of the following scientific disciplines in support of weapon production, dismantlement and surveillance activities for the critical mission objectives: Analytical Chemistry, Physical Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, Inorganic Chemistry, Physical/Mechanical Materials Properties, and/or Chemical Engineering
- Responsible to perform data analysis for assigned area
- Responsible to author technical procedures for the implementation and maintenance of the work described above
- Responsible for managing laboratory testing to meet production schedules and for writing technical reports/memos describing the results of the testing
- Responsible to interact with and train laboratory technicians to perform operations to specification/procedural standards
- Responsible for maintaining day to day laboratory operations (ordering materials/supplies, tracking testing progress, directing laboratory technicians, troubleshooting, etc.)
- Coordinates with other engineers, scientists and professional personnel within the Plant and at other Company/Government locations
- Accountable for all direct output assigned and for providing direct output support to his/her manager
- Recommends new methods or procedures requiring knowledge of physical and chemical laws and may plan and conduct statistical studies
- Supports the activities of other scientific and professional personnel
- Maintains process control records, develops material sampling procedures, and provides technical guidance in specific areas of assignment
- Coordinates the accomplishment of assigned experimental or environmental projects and completion of assigned mission in a timely and efficient manner
- Responsible to interface with internal and external customers on relevant analysis, systems, and processes
What You Can Expect
- Meaningful work and unique opportunities to support missions vital to national and global security
- Top-notch, dedicated colleagues
- Generous pay and benefits with a stable organization
- Career advancement and professional development programs
- Work-life balance fostered through flexible work options and wellness initiatives
Minimum Job Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in engineering or science discipline.
- Master's degree in engineering or science discipline.
DOE Order 426.2 Requirements
- In addition to the above requirements, the applicant must also meet the requirements of DOE O 426.2 (i.e., Baccalaureate in engineering or related science, 2 years job-related and at least 1 year nuclear experience, or a DOE O 426.2 alternative). DOE 426.2 experience requirements can be satisfied following employment. In the interim, newly hired personnel will not be assigned duties that could impact the safety basis of nuclear facilities. (Ref. DOE O 426.2)
Preferred Job Requirements
- Employee primarily performs work requiring advanced knowledge; the advanced knowledge must be in a field of science or learning
- Responsible for planning, conducting, and leading one or more laboratories that frequently involve problems requiring the application of advanced knowledge of physical and chemical laws and phenomena
- Performs duties with opportunity for exercise of initiative, independent judgment and discretion under general supervision; accountable for the results of actions taken
- Knowledge of analytical chemistry quantitative and qualitative techniques and processes such as gravimetric analysis, thermal analysis, chromatography, spectroscopy, wet chemical methods, experimental design, separations, particle size analysis, data analysis
- Knowledge of chemical hazards and proficient use of engineering controls and PPE to prevent chemical exposure
- Proficient use of word processing, spreadsheet, data query, and statistical software
- Knowledge of general chemistry to include mixing, pouring and blending materials
- Knowledge of ordering, scheduling, prioritizing, completing and routing software
Why Pantex?
You get #morethanajob. We encourage employees to achieve a healthy personal balance among home, work and the community. One of the ways we embrace work-life balance is by offering flexible work arrangements that provide alternatives to the traditional workweek, while still meeting business needs. Top talent and personal commitment mean more to our success than any other factors, so we reward our people with the kinds of benefits that make a positive difference in the quality of their lives. Benefits such as: medical plan, prescription drug plan, vision plan, dental plan, employer matched 401(k) savings plan, disability coverage, education reimbursement and many more. Want to stay healthy and fit but hate the cost of a gym membership? Take advantage of one of our onsite workout facilities and eat healthy in our onsite cafeterias. Much more than a workplace, at Pantex you can build a career that lasts a lifetime.
Notes
The minimum education and experience for the lowest career level in the job posting range are listed under Minimum Job Requirements. Successful candidates hired into a higher career level than the minimum in the range must meet the requirements listed in the job leveling charts for the career level into which they are being hired.
If a range of Career Levels is posted, i.e., Senior Associate to Senior Specialist, internal applicants already in one of the Career Levels would come across at their current Career Level. Internal applicants currently in a lower level Career Level would move to the lowest posted Career Level.
Requires a Q clearance; however all qualified candidates will be considered regardless of their current clearance status. The ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Energy Q clearance is required.
Position may require entry into Materials Access Areas (MAA) and participation in the Human Reliability Program (HRP). If HRP is required, candidate must complete a counterintelligence-scope polygraph, pursuant to 10 CFR 709. Medical requirements may apply.
Pantex is a drug-free workplace. Candidates accepting a job offer will be required to pass a pre-placement physical, drug screening and background investigation. As an employee, you may be required to receive and maintain a security clearance from the United States Department of Energy in order to meet eligibility requirements for access to sensitive information or matter. U.S. citizenship is a requirement for security clearance applicants. All employees are subject to being randomly selected for drug testing without advance notification.
Pantex is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, genetic information, disability or veteran status.
