Supervisor of Chemistry Programs

Supervisor Chemistry Programs

Braidwood Nuclear Power Station in Braceville, Illinois is looking for an exceptional Supervisor of Chemistry Programs to join their team!

Who We Are

As the largest private-sector power producer in the world and the nation's largest producer of clean and reliable energy, Constellation is focused on our purpose: lighting the way to a brilliant tomorrow for all. We have been the leader in clean energy production for more than a decade, and we are cultivating a workplace where our employees can grow, thrive, and contribute. Now integrated with Calpine, our portfolio includes 55 gigawatts of capacity from nuclear, natural gas, geothermal, hydro, wind and solar facilities, with the generating capacity to power the equivalent of 27 million homes.

Our culture and employee experience make it clear: We are powered by passion and purpose. Together, we're creating healthier communities and a cleaner planet, and our people are the driving force behind our success. At Constellation, you can build a fulfilling career with opportunities to learn, grow and make an impact. By doing our best work and meeting new challenges, we can accomplish great things. Join us in meeting the country's energy needs today and tomorrow.

Total Rewards

Constellation offers an extensive selection of benefits and rewards to help our employees thrive professionally and personally. We provide competitive compensation and a wide-range of benefits that support both employees and their families, helping them prepare for the future. In addition to highly competitive salaries, eligible employees are offered a bonus program, 401(k) with company match, employee stock purchase program; comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits, including robust wellbeing programs; disability and life insurance benefits; paid time off for vacation, holidays, and sick days; and much more.

Expected salary range of $133,200 to $148,000, varies based on experience, along with comprehensive benefits package that includes bonus and 401(k).

Primary Purpose of Position

Provide a leadership role in the supervision of operational chemistry programs. Provide coaching and mentoring for all operational activities. Maintain Chemistry programs including all performance and regulatory aspects of the program.

Primary Duties and Accountabilities

• Coach and mentor the Chemists who are responsible for various Clean Energy Center (CEC) programs (e.g. Laboratory Instrumentation Quality Assurance (QA) / Quality Control (QC), Radiological Effluent and Environmental Programs, Raw Water Chemistry, Boiling Water or Pressurized Water Chemistry).
• Provide technical challenge and guidance for program Chemists in resolving CEC chemistry issues or decisions.
• Lead and provide support for Chemistry related projects.
• Participate and support the Chemistry Technician Training Program and ensure technical education for Chemistry program Chemists.
• Lead and provide an interface role with other departments and in schedule reviews and troubleshooting.
• Participate in Emergency Preparedness (EP) rotation. Subject to call out as required in support of CEC requirements.
• Advocate for CEC support of chemistry equipment to provide good material condition.
• Represent Chemistry Manager at CEC leadership meetings.
• Perform other job assignments and duties as directed by management or pursuant to company policy, including but not limited to emergency response, departmental coverage, call outs, and support of outage activities in positions outside the department.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School diploma/GED with 9 years overall experience, which includes 3 years related experience OR
• Associate's degree with 7 years overall experience, which includes 3 years related experience OR
• Bachelor's degree with 5 years overall experience, which includes 3 years related experience AND
• Must meet additional requirements as outlined in ANSI/ANS-3.1-2014 (4.4.5) Standard, "Selection, Qualification, and Training of Personnel for Nuclear Power Plants"
• Maintain minimum access requirements or unescorted access requirements, as applicable, and favorable medical examination and/or testing in accordance with position duties

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in chemistry or chemical engineering with 5 years of chemistry experience in an operating nuclear power plant
• Supervisory experience
• Radiochemistry Supervisor ANSI qualifications (Radiochemistry Training and 2 years Gamma Spectroscopy)*
• *Note, dependent on current staffing in other chemistry leadership roles, this may be a minimum requirement