Chemical Analyst

Westinghouse Electric Company; Monfalcone; Hybrid; EUR 37,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work options

Canteen

Performance bonus

Welfare Plan

Employee Assistance Program

Learning and development opportunities

Job summary

Westinghouse Electric Company is seeking a Chemical Analyst to perform advanced chemical analyses on metallic materials and manage validated procedures and data integrity controls. The role includes method development, validation, uncertainty evaluation, and leadership in laboratory quality assurance at Monfalcone, Italy.

You will interact with internal and external partners, auditors and subcontracted labs, reporting to the Manufacturing Engineer Manager.

Qualifications

• ISO/IEC 17025 accredited chemical laboratory experience.
• Experience in method validation, uncertainty evaluation and audit readiness.
• Data management (LIMS, spreadsheets) with traceability and documentation.
• ALCOA++ data integrity principles and CAPA/ corrective actions.

Responsibilities

• Develop analytical procedures for bulk metal composition and trace analysis (OES/XRF, digestion, ICP‑OES/ICP‑MS).
• Manage data acquisition, processing, reporting, audit trails, and instrument calibration status.
• Prepare and issue compliant test reports with traceability and measurement uncertainty where applicable.
• Evaluate subcontracted lab reports for method equivalence and QC adequacy.
• Support audits by providing validation evidence and data management support.

Skills

Bulk metal analysis

Aqueous metal analysis

Advanced method validation

Uncertainty evaluation

QC tools

Data management (LIMS)

Technical communication

English proficiency

Italian proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry/Analytical Chemistry/Chemical Engineering or equivalent; analytical/inorganic specialization

Job description

Welcome to the future of nuclear energy, where Westinghouse Electric Company is leading the field with expertise and innovation to shape the power of tomorrow.

At Westinghouse, innovation is in our DNA. We are creative. We think differently. We reimagine the possible across the nuclear industry every day.

About The Role

As a Chemical Analyst you will perform advanced chemical analyses on metallic materials and metals in aqueous solutions, including bulk metal composition, alloying elements and trace impurities. You will build all analytical activities under validated procedures, accredited methods, and ISO/IEC 17025‑compliant data integrity controls that you have validated. The role includes method development, optimization and validation; evaluation of measurement uncertainty; management of analytical raw data and metadata; technical review of results; and leadership in laboratory quality assurance. You will be the technical interface with internal and external partners, auditors and subcontracted laboratories for chemical testing, conformity assessment and continuous improvement.

You will report to the Manufacturing Engineer Manager and be located at Monfalcone, Italy.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop analytical procedures for bulk metal composition and trace analysis, including OES/XRF, combustion, and hot extraction. Additionally, develop procedures for metals in aqueous solution after digestion, such as ICP‑OES/ICP‑MS. Plan and accomplish validation and verification activities. These activities include: accuracy, (repeatability and reproducibility), linearity, range, selectivity, robustness, carryover, LOD/LOQ, and confirmation of metrological traceability using CRMs. Establish and maintain measurement uncertainty budgets appropriate to the application and decision rule, including contributions from sample preparation, calibration and instrument performance. Issue and maintain validation plans, reports, and controlled method documents (SOPs/WIs), including revision control and change impact assessment.
• Ensure data acquisition, processing and reporting follow controlled procedures, including instrument configuration, audit trails, versioning and traceable calculations. Perform technical review and validation of results, including verification of calibration status, QC compliance, sample integrity, and plausibility checks. Manage secure storage and retrieval of raw data and records, ensuring long‑term readability and controlled access. Maintain structured data management via LIMS and validated spreadsheets, applying ALCOA++ principles. Lead investigations and corrective actions for nonconforming work, data integrity events or out‑of‑spec QC results; implement CAPA and effectiveness checks.
• Perform advanced chemical analyses using validated procedures, including sample preparation (weighing, digestion, dilution), calibration, and QC verification. Prepare reagents and standards with documented traceability; manage CRMs and reference solutions with proper storage, labeling and expiry control. Implement routine checks and performance verifications, and coordinate maintenance and troubleshooting with service providers. Ensure safe handling of chemicals and waste, including risk assessment, PPE requirements, and compliance with environmental and site rules.
• Prepare and issue compliant test reports including method identification, traceability, QC status, and measurement uncertainty where applicable. Interpret analytical results for materials characterization, corrosion monitoring, failure analysis and process support; communicate conclusions to partners. Support definition of decision rules and conformity assessment statements consistent with customer and standard requirements.
• Perform technical evaluation of subcontracted laboratory reports, including method equivalence, uncertainty statements, traceability evidence and QC adequacy. Support supplier qualification and follow‑up as chemical‑analysis technical expert; contribute to audit preparation and execution. Support internal and external audits (Accreditation bodies, customers) by providing objective evidence for validation, uncertainty, competence and data management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Chemical Engineering or equivalent; and specialization in analytical/inorganic chemistry;
• 2+ years of experience in ISO/IEC 17025 accredited chemical laboratory;
• Hands‑on experience in both bulk metal analysis and metal analysis in aqueous matrices;
• Advanced competence in method validation, uncertainty evaluation, QC tools and audit readiness, data‑management (LIMS, spreadsheets), technical results communication;
• Advance English and Italy proficiency;

We are committed to transparency and equity in all of our people practices. The gross base salary range for this position, which is dependent upon experience, qualifications and skills, is estimated to be €37.000 to €48.500 per year.

Why Westinghouse?

We know that to put forth your best effort, you need to be challenged and enjoy what you do in a supportive and respectful environment. We aim to maintain this balance by offering our employees the amenities, benefits and training they need to reach personal and professional goals.

• Attractive remuneration
• Peer‑to‑peer recognition program
• Hybrid work options
• Canteen
• Performance bonus
• Welfare Plan
• Employee Assistance Program: confidential counseling and resources for employees, eligible dependents, and household members
• Learning and development opportunities.
• We encourage our employees to participate in community service events and other team‑building activities to strengthen their bonds and inspire each other.

You can learn more about Westinghouse by visiting http://www.westinghousenuclear.com .

Westinghouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.

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