Chemical Process Engineer

Career Opportunities:
Chemical Process Engineer (18992)

Location: Oak Ridge, TN
Job Title: Chemical Process Engineer
Career Level From: Associate

Career Level To: Sr. Specialist
Organization: Uranium Process )
Job Specialty: Core Engineering

The candidate selected will serve as a Chemical Process Engineer, acting as the primary process subject matter expert for how a process changes the form, fit, or function of material to create a Y-12 Product. This role is responsible for driving continuous improvement by utilizing statistical process control and data analysis to optimize chemical processes.
A key aspect of this position involves developing and refining the technical basis for process changes and effectively communicating this intent through clear and accurate documentation. The candidate will collaborate closely with safety organizations and production personnel to develop technical procedures and operating instructions, ensuring that all manufacturing operations align with established parameters and comply with relevant safety and operational protocols.

The work directly impacts the daily operations, safety, and productivity of the manufacturing facility.

Skills required:

• Professional knowledge of chemical engineering principles, theories, and practices.
• Knowledge of statistical process control (SPC), data analysis, and continuous improvement methodologies to optimize chemical manufacturing processes.
• Skill in applying technical expertise to troubleshoot process issues, provide guidance to production teams, and develop the technical basis for process changes and improvements.
• Knowledge of safety and operational protocols to develop and communicate clear technical procedures and operating instructions in collaboration with safety and production personnel.

• 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
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering from an Engineering Accreditation Commission (EAC) Accreditation Board of Engineering and Technology (ABET) accredited program in the United States or designated equivalents from Canada or Mexico, the Washington Accord, or the list of substantially equivalent as documented by ABET.
• There is a minimum Grade Point Average (GPA) requirement up to 4 years post-graduation at time of offer and confirmed by transcript. Beyond four years from graduation, engineering experience will supersede GPA as a requirement for hire.
  • 3.0/4.0 minimum cumulative GPA for Bachelor degree
  • 3.3/4.0 minimum cumulative GPA for Master degree
  • 3.5 minimum cumulative GPA for PhD
• In addition, the applicant must meet the requirements of DOE O 426.2A (i.e., Baccalaureate in engineering or related scientific major 2 years job-related, and 1-year nuclear experience; or a DOE O 426.2A alternative). DOE 426.2A 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.

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 be considered 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.

This position may require entry into the Material Access Areas (MAA) and participation in the Human…