Sr. Chemistry Consultant (Part-Time)
Structural Integrity Associates, Inc. (SIA) is seeking a part-time Senior Chemistry Consultant for our Nuclear business unit. The ideal candidate will be responsible for primarily Pressurized Water Reactor (PWR) or Boiling Water Reactor (BWR) chemistry consulting work supporting the energy industry. The role will be to support the Operational Support Services team in chemistry-related services and support such as open and closed cooling water, primary and secondary chemistry systems, troubleshooting efforts, assessments, chemistry related equipment, and engineering support.
The work environment is a dynamic team including potentially utilizing other technical expertise within SIA (e.g., Vessel and Internals, Materials, Vibration, etc.) based on project requirements. The role will support and perform analysis on projects that range from chemical optimization, transient modeling, Electric Power Research Institute (EPRI) research efforts, utility troubleshooting, etc. This is a remote role with flexible part-time (as needed) hours.
Primary Responsibilities:
Participation in utility assessments (e.g., radiation source term, chemistry-related system optimization, chemical treatment optimization, etc.)
Participation in business development activities, including learning the business model that makes SIA successful.
Participation in EPRI and SIA related research initiatives
Writing and reviewing reports generated from assessments and research
Develop, operate, and/or optimize chemistry software
Required Skills/Qualifications:
10-20+ years of experience in the Nuclear industry, supporting Chemistry and/or Engineering efforts (specifically PWRs)
BS degree in Chemical Engineering, Nuclear Engineering, Chemistry, or other related science fields
Project management experience with multiple work groups
Strength in writing technical reports and communication skills
Ability to obtain Nuclear Unescorted Access Authorization (UAA) as required
Desired Skills/Qualifications:
>15 years of experience in the Nuclear industry, supporting Chemistry and/or Engineering efforts including modeling and troubleshooting
Previously qualified as a chemistry technician, staff chemist, staff engineer, or Senior Reactor Operator license
Experience with SampleIQ and Modeling (e.g., mass balances, cleanup curves, resin, CHECWORKS, ChemWorks Tools, BWRVIA, etc.)
Significant project management experience
Significant business development experience in the Nuclear Industry
Ability to travel as needed (