Applied Chemical Engineer/Deputy Chemical Process Lead

Position Description:

Dominion Engineering, Inc. (Dominion), an Allied Power company is seeking an engineer with at least 5 years of experience and a bachelor’s or master’s degree in chemical engineering. As a primary role, the candidate will be responsible for performing engineering and technical tasks, under general supervision, supporting the development, qualification, and field implementation of chemical cleaning processes for nuclear plant operations. Additionally, the candidate will apply his / her skills in support of (1) other laboratory projects (e.g., planning for, setup, and execution of laboratory test programs) and (2) chemical consulting projects related to chemical cleaning of nuclear plant systems and components. This position is an opportunity to develop your expertise and grow your career as an engineering professional and technical leader within the nuclear industry.

This position requires strict adherence to nuclear industry principles, including but not limited to:

• Commitment to personal, industrial, and nuclear safety
• Verbatim compliance with written work instructions and procedures
• Fitness for Duty – Drug and Alcohol-Free workplace
• Use of Human Performance Tools

Reports to: Manager – Chemical Field Services

Essential Functions:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. Provides on-site technical support for Dominion’s suite of chemical cleaning processes.
2. Perform chemical engineering calculations
3. Prepare technical reports
4. Develop high quality communication exhibits (graphs, charts, presentations)
5. Prepare and execute laboratory test procedures
6. Manage customer relationships in advance of and during contract execution

Additional Functions:

Subject to company and project needs, the Chemical Engineer may be called on to perform other functions suited to his/her expertise, including but not limited to:

1. Acting as an Individual Contributor on projects unrelated to his/her primary project (e.g., writing procedures, operating instructions, generating figures, etc.)
2. Willing to travel up to 10-15% of the time (e.g., for field implementation of chemical cleaning processes, customer / industry meetings, etc.)
3. Supporting lab testing and development of chemical cleaning processes

Competencies:

1. Strong analytical skills
2. Clear written and verbal communication skills
3. Detailed oriented and self-directed
4. Critical thinking and problem solving
5. Ability to develop expertise in rection kinetics, electrochemistry, chemical process control, and corrosion.
6. Ability to pass a drug screening test and background security investigation
7. Authorized to work in the United States

Physical Demands:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to work in an office and/or laboratory environment with occasional overtime and non-standard work hours (as required). The employee is frequently required to walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to navigate industrial environments while wearing PPE, including climbing over and around obstacles, and up and down stairs or ladders. The employee must occasionally work at heights (up to approximately 30 feet above the floor) without experiencing vertigo. The employee must frequently lift or move objects up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift or move objects up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision and ability to adjust focus. The employee will be required with and around hazardous and non-hazardous materials.

Required Education, Experience, Certification and Licenses:

1. BS or MS in Chemical Engineering and a minimum 5 years of engineering experience

Allied Power, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Allied Power, Inc. complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. At Allied Power, we are committed to transparency and employee well-being. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes competitive salaries, health insurance plans (medical, dental, and vision), generous paid time off, and a retirement savings plan with company matching. Additionally, we provide life insurance, disability coverage, employee assistance programs, wellness initiatives, and opportunities for continuous learning and development. Please note that paid time off (PTO) is available for eligible positions.