As the need for nuclear energy grows, the future couldn’t be brighter. Join our vital mission to create lasting solutions for our planet’s greatest challenges. In this role, you are ready to shape the future of clean energy and make a long-lasting global impact. With us, anticipate engaging and challenging projects that deliver innovative solutions and value-added technologies helping power more than 38 million North American homes.

• Knowledge and experience to advise nuclear power plants on secondary side chemistry performance including steam generators, condensate, feedwater, and turbine systems

•   Provide technical guidance on chemistry control programs in alignment with EPRI Secondary Water Chemistry Guidelines

• Support nuclear power plants in outages with advice and consultation and also receiving and analyzing samples, including chemistry sampling, data review, troubleshooting.

• Interpret laboratory data and identify trends, risks, or degradation mechanisms

• Develop technical reports, presentations, and client-facing deliverables

• Support steam generator chemistry optimization, corrosion mitigation strategies, and R&D opportunities

• Support processing and disposition of chemical cleaning waste for SG chemical cleaning projects

• Contribute to continuous improvement of chemistry programs and best practices

• Lead and manage chemistry team to maintain and expand detrimental material analysis and database

• Process engineering participation with application and water management development for SG

chemical cleaning opportunities

• Provide advice, consultation, and direction to Chemistry Material Center (CMC) lab in the analytical lab, Scanning Electron Microscope (SEM) and Energy-Dispersive X-ray Spectroscopy (EDS) imaging equipment, Radiochemistry, Failure analysis, corrosion testing and analysis, FTIR spectroscopy, etc. 

• Provide on-site and remote technical support to nuclear utility customers

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Nuclear Engineering, or related technical discipline

• Experience in nuclear power plant chemistry, with specific focus on secondary side systems

Working knowledge of:

• Steam generator chemistry control
• EPRI SGOG and secondary chemistry guidelines
• Corrosion mechanisms in PWR secondary systems
• Chemical cleaning processes (EPRI SGOG, HTCC, soft chemical cleaning methods)
• Knowledge regarding and experience interpreting laboratory analytical data,  plant chemistry           trends, and site chemistry procedures
• Strong understanding of regulatory and industry standards (NRC, INPO, EPRI) and other                 national, state and local regulatory agency requirements
• Ability to communicate technical findings clearly to plant personnel and leadership
• Experience supporting outages is preferred
• Knowledge of waste processing and disposal related to chemical cleaning activities is a plus       
• Ability to travel to customer sites as required

Total Rewards Package         

• Salary: $115,000 - $156,000 per year, and may also include annual incentives and performance bonuses. The base salary range is a guideline. Individual total compensation will vary based on factors such as qualifications, skill level, competencies and work location.
• Health & Wellness: Multiple medical plan options, dental & vision coverage, life insurance, long- and short-term disability, and optional supplemental plans (critical illness, accident, hospital indemnity, dependent life).
• Retirement: 401(k) with employer match.
• Paid Time Off: Up to 3 weeks of vacation, 8 sick days, and 13 paid holidays annually.
• Extra Perks: Lifestyle spending account, employer paid mental health support, education reimbursement, professional development opportunities, adoption assistance, parental leave, and employee assistance programs.

Framatome has been shaping the future of nuclear energy in the U.S. for more than 60 years. Framatome Inc. is headquartered in Lynchburg, Virginia, with more than 2,400+ employees across North America supporting nearly every nuclear plant in the nation.

From our facilities in Virginia, Washington, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, Massachusetts and beyond, we deliver outage services, advanced nuclear fuel technologies, and next-gen reactor innovations that keep the lights on.

At Framatome, you will join a global team committed to creating reliable, carbon-free energy. Here, you can:

• Solve complex nuclear challenges that directly impact the climate.
• Build your career through technical fellowships, leadership roles, and global opportunities.
• Do your best work in a culture that values safety, innovation, and well-being.

Framatome is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Offers are contingent on background check and drug screen (where applicable). Positions may involve access to information subject to U.S. export control regulations; applicants must meet eligibility requirements (see DOE 810 Appendix A).