Fuel Fabrication Chemical Analysis Technician

Job ID
134037
Job Type
Contract
Industry
Power
Pay Rate
$37 - $74 an hour
Location
Everette, Washington, United States

Talascend is currently seeking a Fuel Fabrication Chemical Analysis Technician for a contract opportunity with our client in Everette, Washington (State).

Overview

This role will work as part of a high functioning team of engineers focused on process development for nuclear fuel fabrication for sodium cooled fast reactors. You will be responsible for a wide range of process development and chemical analysis activities in a laboratory environment.

Responsibilities

  • Perform a wide range laboratory-based research, chemical analysis, and development activities to support fuel fabrication for the Natrium reactor.
  • Generate test reports documenting analytical chemistry and resulting data to document new knowledge related to fuel design and qualifications.
  • Act as the custodian and expert operator of laboratory equipment, developing procedures and training users to the procedures.
  • Perform material analysis to determine oxygen and nitrogen material composition for a wide range of sample specimens using ICP-MS.
  • Assist with the design, fabrication, and operation of custom laboratory experiments.
  • Communicate data results clearly and concisely to both technical and non-technical parties.
  • Safely handle radiological material samples in accordance with company processes and state law.

Qualifications

  • A B.S. degree; or an advanced degree with related experience, or equivalent experience.
  • A degree in Materials Science/Engineering, chemistry, or a related technical discipline is desired.
  • Demonstrated hands-on laboratory experience is required.

Requirements

  • Lab management experience is preferred but not required.
  • Ability to work with minimum direction and think critically to solve challenging problems.
  • Ability to abide by safety regulations imposed by both the lab and state of Washington.
  • The successful candidate will possess a high degree of trust and integrity, communicate openly and display respect and a desire to foster teamwork.
  • Travel required: 0-5%.

Shift

Onsite at the laboratory.

Pay: 
Contract role up to $37.00 - $74.00 p/hour depending on experience

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We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those qualified individuals who closely meet the qualifications of the position will be contacted. The details of the position are only a summary, other duties may be assigned as necessary.

Background Check and Drug Screen may be required.

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Pay range is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location. Talascend also offers a variety of benefits including: health and disability insurance, 401(k), EAP, paid time off, and company-paid holidays. The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on date of hire, plan requirements, schedule type, and client work site mandates.

Talascend is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.

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