Chemical Quality Engineer

Westinghouse Electric Company; Hopkins (SC); On-site; USD 58,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

Westinghouse Electric Company in Columbia, SC is seeking a Chemical Quality Engineer to lead laboratory operations in a regulated nuclear environment. You will ensure the integrity of chemical testing, qualify equipment, maintain procedures, and manage the LIMS, reporting to the Quality Manager and working 100% onsite.

You will develop testing methodologies, ensure repeatable and compliant processes, interpret complex data, qualify instrumentation, install and calibrate equipment, and train lab

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in chemical engineering, or related STEM degree.
• 0+ years of experience in a regulated laboratory environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop chemical testing methodologies observing applicable regulatory and internal standards.
• Ensure testing processes are repeatable, and compliant with industry expectations.
• Interpret complex chemical data; provide technical guidance and troubleshooting support.
• Qualify new laboratory instrumentation and tooling.
• Lead efforts in equipment selection, installation, calibration, and maintenance.
• Collaborate with vendors and company partners to ensure equipment meets technical and operational requirements.
• Oversee and maintain laboratory procedures, work instructions, and process documentation.
• Ensure all lab activities align with the site's Quality Assurance Program and regulatory commitments.
• Improve programs to enhance lab efficiency and data integrity.
• Administer and maintain the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS).
• Ensure accurate sample tracking, data entry, reporting, and traceability.
• Train and support lab personnel in system usage and ensure compliance with data management protocols.]
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Skills

Laboratory operations

Data interpretation

Regulatory compliance

Training others

Education

Bachelor's degree in chemical engineering or related STEM

Tools

LIMS (Laboratory Information Management System)

Job description

Are you interested in being part of an innovative team that supports Westinghouse's mission to provide clean energy solutions? At Westinghouse, we recognize that our employees are our most valuable asset and we seek to identify, attract and recruit the most qualified talent while recognizing and encouraging the value of diversity in the global workplace.

About the role:

As a Chemical Quality Engineer, you will lead laboratory operations in a regulated nuclear industry environment. You will ensure the integrity of chemical testing processes, qualifying new laboratory equipment, maintaining procedural compliance, and managing the laboratory information system

You will report to the Quality Manager and be located at Columbia, SC. You will support this role 100% onsite.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop chemical testing methodologies observing applicable regulatory and internal standards.
• Ensure testing processes are repeatable, and compliant with industry expectations.
• Interpret complex chemical data; provide technical guidance and troubleshooting support.
• Qualify new laboratory instrumentation and tooling.
• Lead efforts in equipment selection, installation, calibration, and maintenance.
• Collaborate with vendors and company partners to ensure equipment meets technical and operational requirements.
• Oversee and maintain laboratory procedures, work instructions, and process documentation.
• Ensure all lab activities align with the site's Quality Assurance Program and regulatory commitments.
• Improve programs to enhance lab efficiency and data integrity.
• Administer and maintain the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS).
• Ensure accurate sample tracking, data entry, reporting, and traceability.
• Train and support lab personnel in system usage and ensure compliance with data management protocols.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in chemical engineering, or related STEM degree
• 0+ years of experience in a regulated laboratory environment.

We are committed to transparency and equity in all of our people practices. The base salary range for this position, which is dependent upon experience, qualifications and skills, is estimated to be $58,400 to $73,000 per year.

Why Westinghouse?

Our benefits package is tailored to meet the diverse needs of our employees, while also promoting wellness and career growth. The following are representative of what we offer:

• Comprehensive Medical benefits which could include medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contributions options
• Wellness Programs designed to support employees in maintaining their health and well-being including Employee Assistance Program providing support for our employees and their household members
• 401(k) with Company Match Contributions to support employees' retirement
• Paid Vacations and Company Holidays
• Opportunities for Flexible Work Arrangements to promote work-life balance
• Educational Reimbursement and Comprehensive Career Programs to help employees grow in their careers
• Global Recognition and Service Programs to celebrate employee accomplishments and service
• Employee Referral Program

Westinghouse Electric Company is the global nuclear energy industry's first choice for safe, clean, and efficient energy solutions. We enable our delivery of this vision by living our value system:

• Safety and Quality
• Integrity and Trust
• Customer Focus and Innovation
• Speed and Passion to Win
• Teamwork and Accountability

While our Global Headquarters are located in Cranberry Township, PA, we have over 11,000 employees working at locations in 19 different countries. You can learn more by visiting http://www.westinghousenuclear.com.

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

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