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MS Technology, Inc. · 2 months ago

Recovery & Waste Process Engineer

Oak Ridge, TN

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

5+ years exp

MS Technology, Inc. is seeking a Recovery and Waste Process Engineer who will be responsible for the design and development of systems and methods for the manufacture of nuclear fuel elements supporting TRISO-X. The role involves contributing to the design of multiple process areas, leading design efforts, developing advanced manufacturing processes, and ensuring compliance with safety and environmental regulations.

ArchitectureIndustrial EngineeringManagement ConsultingProduct Design

Responsibilities

Contribute to the design of multiple process areas

Lead the design of any process areas assigned to process engineer, providing guidance to less experienced process engineers. Process areas may include but are not limited to ADUN production, organic solution preparation, solution-gelation, solvent washing, particle drying, TRISO layer application, graphite matrix production, overcoating, fuel core processing, green pebble pressing, compact pressing, shaping, heat treatment, quality control, industrial waste process, radioactive waste processing and uranium recovery

Develop and lead implementation of advanced manufacturing processes to meet production goals and quality standards

Develop specifications for process equipment and work with equipment suppliers to ensure critical design characteristics are met for equipment delivery

Work with subcontractors and suppliers to design, construct, deliver, and install process equipment

Conduct research to develop new and improved processes for manufacturing. Evaluate and implement new equipment and technologies to improve process efficiency and product quality

Develop methods and procedures to process and handle chemicals and materials that are solid, liquid, and gaseous in safe and efficient manner

Design and plan equipment layout, particularly for new processes, new products, or new customers

Work with R&D team to translate lab-scale processes to pilot scale and production scale processes

Work with regulatory team to establish safety procedures for individuals working with dangerous chemicals, processes, or equipment

Work with regulatory team to establish appropriate safety controls in process areas

Work with regulatory team to ensure compliance with environmental and safety regulations

Provide support for waste permitting

Conduct tests and monitor process performance throughout production

Troubleshoot problems associated with manufacturing processes

Monitor variances from process controls. Provide recommendations and solutions to reduce or to eliminate variances

Continually update a master list of all equipment, chemical inputs, chemical outputs, and waste streams

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot and resolve complex process-related issues

Mentor and train junior process engineers

Qualification

Chemical engineeringNuclear engineeringIndustrial equipment designCADP&IDMicrosoft OfficeNuclear fuel cyclePowder processingHazardous materials handlingTeamwork

Required

Bachelor's degree in chemical engineering, nuclear engineering, material science, material science engineering, mechanical engineering, or another related field

CAD and P&ID experience are required

Experience with industrial equipment design, procurement, installation, and operation is required

Experience with Microsoft Office products

Must be willing to work with hazardous materials such as low enriched uranium, nitric acid, and phenolic resin

Preferred

Typically, 5 years of relevant work experience is preferred. Advanced degrees may be in lieu of some years of experience

General understanding of the nuclear fuel cycle is preferred

General knowledge and experience with powder processing, graphite powder, extrusion, ceramics, chemical processing, industrial waste processing, and liquids processing is preferred

Ability to work in a team to produce desired outputs in short turnaround times