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Lead Process/Chemical Engineer 1 - Government Services

Sargent & Lundy
Sargent & Lundy Salary
Richland, WA Full Time
POSTED ON 7/6/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 8/3/2026
Description

This position allows for a hybrid arrangement with a mix of work from home and in the office.

This is an opportunity for an experienced chemical engineer to contribute to challenging and meaningful work in support of government clients. The role is ideal for a senior professional who brings strong technical judgment, experience in regulated environments, and the ability to lead engineering assignments while working closely with multidisciplinary teams
  • Perform chemical and process engineering evaluations, calculations, studies, and design support for government and DOE-related projects under an NQA-1 quality assurance program.
  • Prepare and review technical reports, specifications, engineering documents, and other design deliverables
  • Support process systems, waste handling systems, material selection, corrosion evaluations, hazardous area classifications, system reliability analysis, risk management analyses and related plant or facility engineering efforts as project needs require
  • Coordinate with project managers, engineers, designers, and client representatives to define scope, resolve technical issues, and support successful project execution
  • Provide technical leadership, mentor less experienced staff, and contribute to high-quality project delivery
  • Support proposal development, scope definition, estimating, and schedule input as needed


Qualifications

Must be a U.S. Citizen; Dual citizenship with a country other than the U.S. does not qualify.

Essential skills and experience:
  • Must be able to obtain US Government security clearance
  • BS in Chemical Engineering and/or MS in Chemical Engineering from an ABET-accredited program with a strong academic background
  • 10 years of progressively responsible experience in Chemical/Process engineering
  • An understanding of the practical application of chemical/process engineering and technology, including applying systems, principles, techniques, and procedures to a project design, and mass and heat balances
  • Strong organizational skills with high attention to detail
  • Ability to quickly identify and prioritize issues, create solutions, and meet deadlines
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Proficiency with MS Office applications
  • Able to occasionally travel as necessary to for client meetings, job site visits, start-up activities, off-site training, industry related conventions/seminars, etc

Valued but not required skills and experience:
  • Professional Engineering (PE) Licensure
  • Knowledge of any of the following programs: ASPEN or similar process modeling software, MicroShield, MCNP, Crystal Ball, BlockSim, and Microsoft applications
  • Familiarity with major federal environmental regulatory programs such as the Clean Air Act, Clean Water Act, and Resource Conservation and Recovery Act
  • Multiple years of experience in a nuclear environment (DOE preferred, commercial or Navy), highly desirable
  • Experience with nuclear materials/wastes and their associated processes

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Award-Winning Benefits

At Sargent & Lundy, we care about the health and well-being of our employees. Our commitment extends beyond the workplace, offering comprehensive healthcare plans and generous paid time off to support our team members in every aspect of their lives. We understand the importance of work-life balance, which is why we are proud to provide competitive, award-winning benefits. Our dedication to employee satisfaction has earned us the prestigious Top Workplaces Culture Excellence Award for compensation and benefits in 2022, 2023, and 2024.

Health & WellnessFinancial BenefitsWork-Life Balance
  • Health Plans: Medical, Dental, Vision
  • Life & Accident Insurance
  • Disability Coverage
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Back-Up Daycare
  • FSA & HSA
  • 401(k)
  • Pre-Tax Commuter Account
  • Merit Scholarship Program
  • Employee Discount Program
  • Corporate Charitable Giving Program
  • Tuition Assistance
  • First Professional Licensure Bonus
  • Employee Referral Bonus
  • Paid Annual Personal/Sick Time (PST)
  • Paid Vacation
  • Paid Holidays
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Paid Bereavement Leave
  • Flexible Work Arrangements


Compensation Range

$118,023 - $180,313

Transparency Statement

Sargent & Lundy discloses compensation ranges that comply with all local and state regulations. The total compensation package for eligible positions will include a base salary or an hourly rate and a comprehensive benefits package, reflecting our commitment to rewarding performance and supporting the overall well-being of our employees. Individuals may also be eligible to participate in our yearly discretionary bonus.

About This Business Unit

Sargent & Lundy's Government Services Division provides cutting-edge engineering design and consulting support to the management and operating contractors for US Department of Energy (DOE) sites and national laboratories. Specifically, we support the DOE Environmental Management Directorate as well as the National Nuclear Security Administration laboratories and sites. What does this mean? You can be a part of multi-discipline design teams supporting projects cleaning up the environmental damage associated with the legacy nuclear weapons production complex and/or preserving our country's nuclear deterrent. Sargent & Lundy's personnel design facilities, systems, and equipment that treat, store, and dispose of nuclear waste as well as systems that safely handle and process nuclear material. This mission-critical work is meaningful and challenging-work you can be proud of.

Awards & Recognition

Equal Opportunity

Sargent & Lundy is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any protected status as defined by applicable law.

Salary : $118,023 - $180,313

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