Glass Technology - Furnace Operations SME (3717)

Navarro Research and Engineering is recruiting a Glass Technology - Furnace Operations SME (3717) in Richland, WA. This is a part-time position.

Navarro Research & Engineering is an award-winning federal contractor dedicated to partnering with clients to advance clean energy and deliver effective solutions for complex challenges in the nuclear and environmental fields. Joining Navarro means being a part of an exceptional team committed to quality and safety while also looking for innovative strategies to create value for the client's success. Headquartered in Oak Ridge, Tennessee, Navarro has active programs in place across the nation for DOE/NNSA, NASA, and the Department of Defense.

The Department of Energy (DOE) Hanford Field Office (HFO) requires general support services for the AMWTP. WTP AM/division requires one (1) part-time equivalent (PTE) general support contractor 320 labor hours) to provide support in the following areas:

• Participate in the engineering review for design, operational assumptions, likely maintenance and reliability for the Glass Former Chemical (GFC) components at WTP
• Advise and inform the Federal staff and share as guided by Federal Staff with the WTP Contractor. The contractor is assumed to have a broad base of experience with commercial glass dry materials handling and batch house designs and operations. This experience should be from personal experience in 6-30MT/day sized operations
• The Contractor will advise Federal Staff participating in design oversight of the GFC as to likely or experienced impacts to plant operations from the subtleties of the WTP
• Contractor's opinions advanced from their largely conceptual experience in continuous glass manufacturing
• Utilize excellent writing and communication skills in all interactions
• Work products shall be thorough, accurate, appropriately documented, and comply with established criteria. The Contractor shall ensure that duties are performed in a competent and professional manner

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED

• Education - BS/BA degree in Ceramic Engineering. In addition, an excess of twelve (12) years of experience as a substitute for PhD
• At least 30 years of experience in Glass Technology - Raw Material Specifications, Batch Formulation for desired glass chemistry and physical properties, Glass Quality target definitions for maximizing production and reducing manufacturing costs, and Furnace Operations - Monitoring of day-to-day plant operating data
• Experience with researching and navigating complex federal regulations tied to Environmental Issues associated with compliance for furnace air emissions (NOX. SOX & Particulate) and hazardous waste disposal of refractory flue debris. Mandatory cullet recycling content compliance
• Recognition of professional accomplishments as evidenced by appointment to Fellow status in the American Ceramic Society, Society of Glass Technology, or Glass Problems Conference Advisory Board

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE & CAPABILITIES

• Experience with continuous glass manufacturing plant operations
• Proven track record of success in Glass Technology, Batch Formulation, Quality target definitions for maximizing production and reducing manufacturing costs, Furnace Design - Refractory selection, Furnace Rebuilds, Furnace Operations, Environmental Issues associated with compliance for furnace air emissions (NOX. SOX & Particulate) and hazardous waste disposal of refractory flue debris, and Customer Service Issues" relating to glass properties influencing customer acceptance such as chemical durability, glass color, defect reductions (seeds, blisters, stones, inhomogeneities, etc.)
• Possession of an advanced degree or additional certifications in Ceramic Engineering
• Comprehensive understanding of the Hanford Site vitrification mission needs in common glass manufacturing processes
• As needed, will be counseled by Federal Staff in DOE's program management practices, policies, and procedures
• Familiarity with, or ability to quickly learn and utilize, various technology management tools used at Hanford
• Exceptional communication skills
• Proficient in Microsoft 365
• Expert-level proficiency in MS Word and Excel

LOCATION

Work shall be conducted at the Hanford Field Office and the Hanford Site in Richland, WA.

Due to the nature of the government contract requirements and/or clearances requirements, US citizenship is required.

Navarro is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, religion, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran's status, or any classification protected by applicable state or local law.

EEO Employer/Vet/Disabled

Pay Range: $96.13/hr to $151.23/hr.

In accordance with the Navarro Research and Engineering, Inc (Navarro) salary determination process, Navarro takes into consideration the level of assigned job duties and responsibilities and the candidate's education, training, and/or experience relative to internal peers and the external labor market. A candidate's salary history will not be used in compensation decisions.