Process Scale-Up Engineer

Idaho National Laboratory; Idaho Falls (ID); On-site; USD 95,000 - 234,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k) with employer contribution/m at

Paid time off

Employee Education Program

Comprehensive Relocation Package

Job summary

Idaho National Laboratory is seeking a Process Scale-Up Engineer to design and optimize chemical processes for nuclear energy solutions, national security applications, and advanced energy systems. You will document designs, create flow diagrams, models, and simulations to verify performance and safety across R&D programs.

The role requires leading cross-disciplinary teams, maintaining design conformance, and developing process controls using programming languages, with a focus on scalable

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in chemical engineering or related field from ABET-accredited program with 5 years of relevant experience (Level 3) or advanced degree with 2 years (Level 3).
• Bachelor of Science degree in chemical engineering or related field from ABET-accredited program with 9 years of relevant experience (Level 4) or master’s/PhD with 6/4 years respectively.
• Demonstrated experience leading cross-disciplinary teams to scale up processes from bench to pilot scale (at least 5 years).
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DOE L clearance (U.S. citizenship).

Responsibilities

• Document design to ensure conformance with requirements and standards.
• Establish testing, inspection, and quality requirements.
• Ensure fabrication, construction, assembly, and procurement are per design specifications.
• Develop processes for separating components of liquids and gases or generating electrical currents using controlled chemical processes.
• Develop and implement process controls and tracking mechanisms using programming.
• Prepare process flow diagrams and heat/material balances.
• Establish process design and operating parameters through simulations, hazards analysis, and testing.
• Monitor plant system conditions and performance; suggest maintenance standards and identify parts.
• Participate in system design, fabrication, and testing for R&D programs.
• Develop physics-based mathematical models to verify design.
• Conduct laboratory research to prove new principles and concepts.
• Maintain familiarity with applicable codes and standards.
• Identify new research opportunities and assist in securing funding.

Job description

Job Description

Idaho National Laboratory needs Process Scale-up Engineers to design and optimize chemical processes that drive innovation in nuclear energy solutions, national security applications, and advanced energy systems. You'll document designs to ensure conformance with requirements and standards, develop processes for separating liquid and gas components or generating electrical currents using controlled chemical reactions, and implement process controls using programming languages. Your responsibilities include preparing process flow diagrams and material balances, establishing design and operating parameters through simulations and hazards analysis, monitoring plant system conditions and operational performance, and participating in system design, fabrication, and testing for research and development programs. You'll develop physics-based mathematical models to support design verification, perform laboratory research to prove new principles, and identify research opportunities while contributing to technical teams and securing funding.

Essential Job Functions

• Document design to ensure conformance with requirements and standards.


• Establish testing, inspection, and quality requirements.


• Ensure fabrication, construction, assembly, and procurement are done per design specifications.


• Develop processes for separating components of liquids and gases or generating electrical currents using controlled chemical processes.


• Develop and implement process controls and tracking mechanisms using programming.


• Prepare process flow diagrams and heat/material balances.


• Establish process design and operating parameters through simulations, hazards analysis, and testing.


• Monitor and evaluate plant system conditions and operational performance, recommend maintenance standards, and identify vendor data and replacement parts.


• Participate in system design, fabrication, and testing for research and development programs.


• Develop physics-based mathematical models to support and verify design.


• Perform laboratory research studies to prove new principles and concepts.


• Maintain familiarity with applicable codes and standards.


• Identify new research opportunities, contribute to technical teams, respond to research opportunities, and assist in securing funding for research activities.

Required

• Level 3: Bachelor of Science Degree in chemical engineering or a related field from a program accredited by ABET and 5 years of relevant experience; or an Advanced degree in chemical engineering or a related field from a program accredited by ABET and 2 years of relevant experience.


• Level 4: Bachelor of Science Degree in chemical engineering or a related field from a program accredited by ABET and 9 years of relevant experience; or a Masters degree in chemical engineering or a related field from a program accredited by ABET and 6 years of relevant experience; or a PhD in chemical engineering or a related field from a program accredited by ABET and 4 years of relevant experience.


• Demonstrated experience leading cross-disciplinary teams to scale up processes from bench to pilot scale, at least 5 years.


• This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a DOE "L" clearance, which requires U.S. citizenship.

The Ideal Candidate Will Possess

• Advanced degree in Chemical Engineering or a related field from a program accredited by ABET.


• Experience with developing subroutines for process control/tracking software applications.

Physical Requirements

While performing the duties of this classification, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, stoop, bend, and work in an office and laboratory environment. The job requires hand/finger dexterity to keyboard or type, handle materials, manipulate tools, and reach with hands and arms. The job requires operation of job-related equipment. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds without assistance. Sufficient visual acuity and hearing capacity to perform the essential functions and interact with the people is required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Job Information

Idaho National Laboratory is hiring a Process Scale-Up Engineer to work on our Radiochemical Separations & Radiation Science team. Our team works a 9x80 schedule located out of our REC facility with every other Friday off.

• The pay range for this position is: Level 3 ($95,256 - $195,288) / Level 4 ($114,360 - $234,336). At Idaho National Laboratory compensation decisions are determined using factors such as education, relevant experience, and other credentials.


• Multi-Level: This is a multi-level posting and you will be placed at the appropriate level dependent on depth and breadth of proven experience and skills.


• TDP: This is a testing designated position; you will be required to submit to a pre-employment drug screen and periodic drug testing throughout the term of your employment.

Benefits and Relocation

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Flexible Spending Accounts


• 401(k) with a 4.2% employer contribution and up to 4.8% match (regular positions) or self-contribute access (postdoctoral positions)


• Paid time off (personal leave)


• Employee Education Program (tuition assistance for eligible positions)


• Comprehensive Relocation Package


• Benefit eligibility subject to multiple factors, including employment status and position classification.

At this time, BEA will not sponsor any H1-B visas obtained outside of the United States of America (U.S.A.), including consular visas.

INL Mission

Our mission is to discover, demonstrate and secure innovative nuclear energy solutions, other clean energy options and critical infrastructure.

INL Vision

Our vision is to change the world's energy future and secure our nation's critical infrastructure.

Selective Service Requirements

To be eligible for employment at INL males born after December 31, 1959 must have registered with the Selective Service System (SSS). For more information see www.sss.gov.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Idaho National Laboratory (INL) is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. It is the policy of INL to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

Reasonable Accommodation

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Other Information

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