Nuclear Chemist - Plant Vogtle 1&2
The Nuclear Chemist will report to the Chemistry Manager and will have the following responsibilities:
- Develop and revise processes and procedures for areas under your responsibility. Pressurized water reactor chemistry areas include radioisotope Counting Room, diesel fuel oil, environmental, Primary/Secondary chemistry.
- Serve as the sampling system and lab instrumentation expert on selected systems, including trending, troubleshooting, and vendor interface
- Track and advocate for equipment repairs using the work management process
- Assist with Sample IQ data management applications
- Participate in training activities such as on-the-job training/evaluation of technicians, developing and delivering training material
- Maintain the Secondary, Closed, and Open Cooling Water, Primary to Secondary Leak Strategic Plans and subsequent revisions to ensure compliance with Electric Power Research Institute (EPRI) guidelines
- Serve as a backup to other chemists as needed for the organization
- Prepare material and services purchase orders
- Serve as external vendor contract administrator and/or task director
- Participate in Corrective Action Program and coordinator duties
- Networking with industry groups and other fleet stations by performing benchmarks, self-assessments, and participating in technical support groups.
- Assist with varied roles that support successful planned and unplanned unit outages
- Qualify and participate in the Emergency Response Organization (ERO).
- Perform observations of activities within assigned areas of responsibility
- Complete other duties as assigned
This will be an onsite position, located at Plant Vogtle in Waynesboro, GA. No remote work available at this time.
Job Requirements
- B.S. degree or higher in an applied science or physical science discipline
- Two years of experience in chemistry including one year of radiochemistry experience
Job Preferences
- Two years nuclear plant experience desired
- B.S. or M.S. degree in Chemistry or related science
- Completion of a nuclear industry initial chemistry training course or equivalent
- Knowledge of nuclear plant systems and processes
- Working knowledge of EPRI, Institute of Nuclear Power Operations (INPO), and industry chemistry programs
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Sound analytical chemistry skills
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Familiarity with the INPO Systematic Approach to Training (SAT)
Behavioral Attributes
- Prioritizes and works effectively in deadline-oriented environment
- Builds consensus and delivers innovative results within cross-functional teams
- Holds self-accountable for performance and results
- Respects the dignity of every individual and diverse viewpoints
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