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Zeno Power · 3 months ago

Chemical Process Engineer

Seattle, WA

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level

$140K/yr - $185K/yr

7+ years exp

Zeno Power is focused on developing clean power solutions through innovative technologies. They are seeking a highly motivated Chemical Process Engineer to support the development and market introduction of Radioisotope Power Systems (RPS) technologies, coordinating with a diverse team to manage chemical processes and systems.

AerospaceClean EnergyNuclear

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Interface and coordinate experiment and process activities with a diverse team of scientists and engineers

Lead the development and coordination of chemical processes and systems that support current and future RPS program objectives, including fuel synthesis, fuel fabrication, and advancement of future fuel development initiatives

Ensure sound Systems Engineering methodology (requirements management, interface control) is applied to the design of RPS systems as well as required fabrication and testing facility systems

Manage technical, project, R&D inputs and requirements to develop and produce experimental design and process solutions

Develop and implement test requirements and plans for fuel processing, fabrication, and interface system phenomena at bench-top through pilot scale, collaborating with responsible parties during execution

Generate system process work packages

Support schedule and technical activity planning while ensuring adherence across technical teams

Provide oversight and interface with subcontracted partners to ensure proper performance and integration of vendor work scopes

Analyze test and process data to generate reports to document important design knowledge during innovative process development cycles

Lead presentations related to design and analysis results during design and project reviews

Qualification

Chemical EngineeringProcess/System DesignHazardous Chemical SystemsRPS ExperienceQuality Standards ExperienceAnalytical SkillsTeam CoordinationProblem Solving SkillsCommunication Skills

Required

B.S. or higher in Chemical Engineering or equivalent from accredited university, 7+ years relevant experience in chemical or chemical process engineering

Demonstrated experience with process/system design, including development of P&IDs, PFDs, 3D design, fluids design, heat and energy balances, sequence of operation/controls design, commissioning, etc

Strong and creative analytical and problem solving skills

Experience designing and implementing processes for hazardous chemical systems involving high temperatures, high pressures, or the use of radioactive, corrosive, toxic, or flammable materials

Experience working with, designing, and implementing processes for powders, slurries, liquids, and gases

Candidate must be a self-starter and possess ability to coordinate and lead a design team's effort with minimal direction

Capable of meeting deadlines and performing under pressure in uncertain environments

Demonstrated effectiveness when working independently or collaboratively

Must have excellent written and oral communication skills