- Location:
Niskayuna, NY 12309 - Job Status/Type:
Full Time
Employee - Job Category:
Engineering - Industry:
Engineering Services - Occupations:
Chemical Engineering - Work Experience:
5+ to 7 Years - Career Level:
Experienced (Non-Manager)
- Reference Code:
902
We provide superior nuclear propulsion systems for U.S. Naval ships by designing the world's most technologically advanced, safe and reliable reactor plants and systems, supporting the operating fleet of nuclear ships and training the sailors who operate them. proudly supporting the world's best navy.
Our Vision
We will increase our value to the Naval Reactors Program by enabling everyone to rapidly and effectively support our nuclear fleet. We see ourselves continuing to provide the advanced technology needed beyond the VIRGINIA class and the innovation needed to take us to the next generation of reactor design. We will do all of this in a physical and people environment we are proud of.
Knolls Atomic Power Laboratory Bachelors degree in Chemical, Material, Mechanical, Marine Engineering or related discipline with at least 5 years of professional experience related to Naval or commercial nuclear, merchant marine and maritime propulsion systems, or similar industrial systems.
For more than 60 years, Knolls Atomic Power Laboratory (KAPL), as part of the Naval Reactors Program has been at the forefront of technological and operational 
innovation. We have a proud tradition of producing reactor plants for submarines and surface ships that provide unprecedented endurance and power. We also train the sailors who operate those plants. We are a Program with cutting edge technology, high technical standards and integrity. If you are interested in a challenging career and working with some of the finest technical people in the country, then explore your future with the Naval Reactors Program. We know that you will consider many factors when choosing where to work. The Naval Reactors Program has much to offer, including the opportunity to work with some of the brightest engineers, scientists and professionals from a wide spectrum of disciplines. Our management team will challenge you to apply your skills, learn new things and grow professionally and personally.
Senior Engineer, Steam Plant Chemistry
The Steam Plant Chemistry unit has overall responsibility for evaluating and resolving technical issues related to condensate and boiler water chemistry in current and future naval nuclear propulsion plants. Condensate and boiler water chemistry are controlled to minimize corrosion product (sludge) transport into the boiler and minimize corrosion of steam plant components to support safe, reliable operation of the propulsion plant through end of service life. Principal areas of focus are: (1) current fleet and prototype propulsion plant operational support, (2) new propulsion plant design support, (3) development, testing, and implementation of alternate/improved condensate and boiler water chemistry, and (4) development, testing, and implementation of automated condensate and/or boiler water chemistry sampling and analysis methods in new propulsion plants. The initial focus of personnel selected to this position will be (1) fleet and prototype propulsion plant operational chemistry support and (2) new propulsion plant design support. This includes resolution of trouble records, liaison action requests, and fleet messages, as well as evaluation of plant design, operation, and maintenance optimization initiatives for current and new propulsion plants to improve availability, reduce cost and simplify plant design and operation, without impacting reliability. The position will require extensive interface with personnel responsible for propulsion plant systems design, as well as personnel at the Department of Energy/Department of Defense (Naval Reactors/Naval Sea Systems Command), naval shipyards, and forces afloat and may include occasional (but infrequent) travel. Future focus is likely to include development, testing, and implementation of automated chemistry sampling and analysis methods in new propulsion plant designs.
Selected applicants will be subjected to a federal background investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified matter. U.S. citizenship is required. To see this and other job openings at Knolls Atomic Power Laboratory, please visit www.knollslab.com/careers.html.
Job Requirements:
Open Date : 2009-10-08 00:00:00
Date Required : 2010-01-04
Req. Code : 902
# of Openings : 1
Other Skills : Strong problem solving and decision making skills (demonstrated ability to apply knowledge to solving practical technical issues). Strong interface/teaming skills (demonstrated ability to effectively work with a diverse group of personnel, including propulsion plant systems designers, chemistry laboratory, Naval Reactors/Naval Sea Systems Command, naval shipyards, and forces afloat). Strong verbal and written communication skills (e.g., demonstrated ability to express ideas in a clear, concise, and logical manner). Basic understanding of fundamentals of chemistry control to minimize corrosion. Experience with automated chemistry sampling and analysis methods.
Offer Relocation : Yes
Exemption : Exempt
Hire Type : Direct
