Chemical Engineer

Idaho National Laboratory is hiring a Chemical Engineer to work on our Applied Uranium Team. Our team works a 9x80 schedule located out of our Idaho Falls facility with every other Friday off.

The Applied Uranium Technologies Department is in the Nuclear Science and Technology directorate and is part of the Integrated Fuel Cycle Solutions initiative at INL. We support the safe, secure, and economic management of nuclear materials from inception to final disposition by ensuring availability of special nuclear materials and strategic isotopes, reducing proliferation risks, managing radiological waste materials and used nuclear fuels and developing research, development, and deployment test beds. We perform research from bench-scale to applied engineering demonstrations. We have many areas of research interest including flowsheet development and testing for advanced fuel cycles and critical materials recovery/separation, Off-gas capture (I and Kr/ Xe), High-assay LEU recovery from zirconium and aluminum fuels, HEU/HALEU polishing/down-blending/conversion, National security mission, and Critical and Strategic Minerals and Materials Initiative research and collaborations.

Responsibilities Include:

• Apply chemical engineering principles to design, test, start-up, operate, and maintain chemical processes.
• Prepare process flow diagrams, heat and material balances, and determine chemical process equipment requirements.
• Document design to ensure conformance with requirements and standards.
• Establish testing, inspection, and quality requirements.
• Ensure fabrication, construction, assembly, and procurement are done per design specifications.
• Develop processes for separating components of liquids and gases or generating electrical currents using controlled chemical processes.
• Develop and implement process controls and tracking mechanisms using programming.
• Prepare process flow diagrams and heat/material balances.
• Establish process design and operating parameters through simulations, hazards analysis, and testing.
• Monitor and evaluate plant system conditions and operational performance, recommend maintenance standards, and identify vendor data and replacement parts.
• Participate in system design, fabrication, and testing for research and development programs.
• Perform laboratory research studies to prove new principles and concepts.
• Maintain familiarity with applicable codes and standards.
• Identify new research opportunities, contribute to technical teams, respond to research opportunities, and assist in securing funding for research activities.

Minimum Requirements:

• Level 3: Bachelor of Science degree in Chemical Engineering or a directly related engineering field from an ABET-accredited institution and 5 years of relevant experience. Masters in the same and 2 years relevant experience. PhD and 2 years of relevant experience.
• Level 4: Bachelor of Science degree in Chemical Engineering or a directly related engineering field from an ABET-accredited institution and 9 years of relevant experience. Masters in the same and 6 years relevant experience. PhD and 4 years of relevant experience.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Energy "Q" clearance, which requires US Citizenship.

Preferred Experience:

• Solvent Extraction / Separation

Job Information:

• The pay range for this position is: Level 3 $93,204.00 - $191,076.00 / Level 4 $111,888.00 - $229,284.00. At Idaho National Laboratory compensation decisions are determined using factors such as education, relevant experience, and other credentials.
• TDP: This is a testing designated position; you will be required to submit to a pre-employment drug screen and periodic drug testing throughout the term of your employment.
• Multi-Level: This is a multi-level posting and you will be placed at the appropriate level dependent on depth and breadth of proven experience and skills.

Physical Requirements

• Frequent standing, walking, sitting, stooping, and bending.
• Hand/finger dexterity for keyboarding and tool manipulation.
• Occasional lifting/moving up to 25 pounds without assistance.
• Sufficient visual and hearing capacity for essential functions and public interaction.
• Reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities.

Benefits and Relocation

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401(k) with a 4.2% employer contribution and up to 4.8% match
• Paid time off (personal leave)
• Employee Education Program (tuition assistance)
• Comprehensive Relocation Package
• Benefit eligibility subject multiple factors, including employment status and position classification.

INL is a science-based, applied engineering national laboratory dedicated to supporting the U.S. Department of Energy's mission in nuclear energy research, science, and national defense. With more than 5,000 scientists, researchers, and support staff, the laboratory works with national and international governments, universities and industry partners to discover new science and development technologies that underpin the nation's nuclear and renewable energy, national security, and environmental missions.

INL Mission
Our mission is to discover, demonstrate and secure innovative nuclear energy solutions, other clean energy options and critical infrastructure.

INL Vision
Our vision is to change the world's energy future and secure our nation's critical infrastructure.

Selective Service Requirements
To be eligible for employment at INL males born after December 31, 1959 must have registered with the Selective Service System (SSS). For more information see www.sss.gov.

Equal Employment Opportunity
Idaho National Laboratory (INL) is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. It is the policy of INL to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

Reasonable Accommodation
We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

Other Information
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