Chemical Engineering Technician
Core
Assist with stand-up and operation of pilot facilities supporting chemical and black powder research.
Role type
Industrial manufacturing technician (pilot plant operations)
Builds
Pilot plant systems and facilities for chemical and black powder research
Domain
Defense and national security technology
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Piping installation and repair, mechanical equipment maintenance, structural assembly, troubleshooting mechanical issues, inventory management, hand and shop tool proficiency
Preferred skills
Basic electrical troubleshooting, equipment fabrication
Technologies
NPT fittings, PEX, PVC, CPVC, Unistrut, t-slot framing
Responsibilities
Install and repair piping systems; support day-to-day pilot plant operations; maintain and repair mechanical equipment; assemble structural systems; troubleshoot mechanical and basic electrical issues; maintain spare parts inventory; collaborate with cross-functional teams to stand up new systems
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC