Chemical Process Engineer Oak Ridge, TN Posted: 2/10/2026
Job Description
Job ID#:
2089
Job Category:
Chemical Engineer
Position Type:
Contract
Positions Available:
8
EGS is seeking a Chemical Process Engineer to support nuclear material processing systems, enrichment‑related technologies, and high‑hazard chemical operations. This role provides process design, system development, troubleshooting, testing, and operational support for systems involving vacuum environments, cryogenic fluids, and related process supporting systems. This role contributes to the design, installation, and operation of multiple process areas and may also serve as the responsible engineer for the design, installation and operation for a process area.
This is a long term (3-4 years) contract position that comes with top competitive rates, great benefits and government Per Diem for living expenses.
Key Responsibilities
Support process design and operation of systems handling uranium‑bearing materials, including cryogenic systems, vacuum systems, and high‑temperature furnace environments.
Develop and optimize process parameters for batch and continuous operations, including thermal, vacuum, gas flow, and material handling characteristics.
Provide input to design packages, work packages, and process change documentation for nuclear or high‑hazard chemical systems.
Perform field walkdowns to verify existing configurations, gather process data, and support constructability and installation planning.
Support testing, evaluation, and operation of R&D‑scale or prototype chemical process equipment.
Contribute to system troubleshooting, operational support, and identification of process improvements for nuclear and chemical systems.
Support safety basis documentation, hazard evaluations, and compliance activities for systems operating under DOE/NNSA or NRC requirements.
Location/Work Arrangement:
This position is in Oak Ridge, TN.
Schedule is full-time, Monday - Friday 40-hour week.
Job Requirements
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in chemical engineering, nuclear engineering, material science, material science engineering, mechanical engineering, or another related field.
Typically, 10+ years of experience in an engineering role.