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Our mission is to deliver the essential building blocks of nuclear power-enabling cost-effective, safe, and secure energy for the world. \nThe Chemical Engineer supports Standard Nuclear’s fuel manufacturing operations by improving, scaling, and troubleshooting chemical production processes, with an initial focus on sol-gel operations. This role supports process performance, yield improvement, production reliability, and technical execution for manufacturing activities involving chemical processing, material formation, and downstream production steps. \nThis is a hands-on engineering role working closely with operations, fuel development, quality, characterization, EH&S, and radiological controls teams. The Chemical Engineer will help translate process knowledge into repeatable manufacturing practices, identify sources of variation or loss, and implement improvements that increase yield, throughput, product consistency, and operational safety. \nThe role requires strong chemical engineering fundamentals, practical manufacturing judgment, and comfort working in a regulated nuclear fuel fabrication environment where process control, documentation, and disciplined execution matter. \nRESPONSIBILITIES \nChemical Process Engineering \nSupport day-to-day chemical manufacturing operations through process monitoring, troubleshooting, and technical problem-solving \nDevelop and improve process parameters, operating windows, and production methods to support repeatable output \nIdentify sources of yield loss, variability, rework, or process inefficiency and implement corrective actions \nPartner with operations and technical teams to improve process stability, throughput, and product consistency \nSupport scale-up of chemical processes from development or pilot activity into more routine production \nYield Improvement & Process Optimization \nAnalyze production data to identify trends, bottlenecks, defects, and opportunities for yield improvement \nLead or support structured improvement efforts focused on reducing scrap, rework, process downtime, and material loss \nDevelop practical metrics for monitoring process health, yield, throughput, and operating performance \nUse data analysis and engineering judgment to recommend process changes and verify effectiveness \nSupport root cause investigations related to process deviations, off-spec material, or production interruptions \nManufacturing Support & Technical Execution \nProvide technical support to operators, technicians, and supervisors during production activities \nSupport development and revision of work instructions, operating procedures, batch records, and process documentation \nAssist with equipment setup, process readiness, commissioning, and troubleshooting related to chemical processing operations \nCoordinate with maintenance, facilities, and I&C teams on equipment issues affecting process performance \nHelp ensure production activities are properly planned, documented, and executed in accordance with approved procedures \nQuality, Characterization & Data Integration \nWork with quality and characterization teams to connect process conditions with product attributes and acceptance criteria \nSupport collection, organization, and interpretation of process and characterization data \nHelp define sampling, inspection, and data review needs that support manufacturing decisions \nEnsure process improvements are supported by appropriate data, documentation, and technical rationale \nSupport corrective actions and continuous improvement efforts related to product consistency and quality performance \nSafety, Radiological Controls & Compliance \nEnsure chemical processing work is performed in accordance with site safety, radiological control, environmental, and quality requirements \nSupport hazard reviews, job planning, and procedure development for chemical processing operations \nPartner with EH&S and radiological controls teams to ensure appropriate controls are in place for chemical and radiological work \nPromote disciplined work practices, contamination control awareness, and strong procedural compliance \nSupport audit readiness, training, and documentation expectations for regulated manufacturing operations \nCross-Functional Collaboration \nWork closely with operations, fuel development, quality, characterization, EH&S, radiological controls, maintenance, supply chain, and engineering teams \nCommunicate technical issues, process risks, and improvement opportunities clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders \nSupport production ramp-up by helping convert technical process knowledge into scalable manufacturing practices \nHelp build a culture of practical problem-solving, process discipline, and continuous improvement \n PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS \nBachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Nuclear Engineering, Chemistry, or a related technical discipline \n3-7 years of experience in chemical processing, manufacturing engineering, process engineering, materials processing, or related industrial operations \nExperience with sol-gel processing, precipitation, gelation, slurry processing, particle formation, ceramics, powders, or advanced materials manufacturing preferred \nStrong understanding of chemical engineering fundamentals including mass balance, reaction kinetics, fluid handling, mixing, heat transfer, process control, and scale-up \nExperience improving yield, reducing process variation, troubleshooting production issues, or supporting manufacturing scale-up \nAbility to analyze production data, identify trends, and develop practical process improvements \nExperience developing or improving 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Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions. \nThe position requires regular interaction with operations, engineering, fuel development, quality, characterization, EH&S, radiological controls, and manufacturing teams. Work may involve chemical processing equipment, laboratory activities, production areas, controlled areas, radiological environments, and use of required PPE. Adherence to site safety, quality, radiological, environmental, and operational procedures is expected. 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