Volt is immediately hiring for an Electrochemist in Everett, WA
 

Position Type: Full time (Contract)

Duration: 12 months
As an Electrochemist, you will be:
 

Responsibilities: 

Design, conduct, and analyze electrochemical experiments involving chloride-based molten salt systems, with an emphasis on high-temperature operations and support thermodynamic and kinetic measurements therein. Investigate the electrochemistry of actinide compounds in molten salts Develop electroanalytical techniques for probing fuel and coolant salts, including sensor fabrication, calibration, and deployment. Collaborate closely with a cross-functional, multicultural, and interdisciplinary team, ensuring effective communication and coordination across project efforts Contribute to the development of experimental setups, troubleshooting systems, and ensuring data quality and operational safety. Present findings in a clear, concise manner to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Assist and lead in radiochemistry laboratory developments, including the design of flexible experimental electrochemistry capabilities to support Client R&D activities. Prepare or assist with technical reports, peer review manuscripts, intellectual property documents and conference presentations. Maintain laboratory procedures (e.g., calibration, analytical methods, notebook results preparation, usage documentation). Perform all work in compliance with site safety and radiation protection guidelines, including effective teamwork and communication with health physicists, authorized users and RSO. Emphasize safety in new and existing designs and safe practices in all experimental activities. Assist in the training, developing, and mentoring of employees. Perform other general duties associated with position as member of Client team to ensure ongoing effectiveness and continuous improvement of R&D efforts.

 Key Qualifications and Skills 

One of the following three qualification criteria needs to be met: A doctoral (PhD) degree in chemistry, radiochemistry, materials science, physics, nuclear engineering, or a related subject, or A master’s degree in related disciplines and a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience, or A bachelor’s degree in related disciplines and a minimum of 6 years of relevant experience Proven hands-on experience with high-temperature molten salt electrochemistry is required. Background in the electrochemistry of actinide or fission products in molten chloride salts is desired. Strong experimental design skills and laboratory capabilities are needed

Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in team settings, with a focus on safety, composure, and timely decision-making is needed.

Demonstrated experience working in inert and moisture-free atmospheres, such as gloveboxes and Schlenk lines, and adapting equipment for use in such environments is required. Hands on experience in handling actinide salts in gloveboxes and fume hoods is required. Experience with design and execution of electrochemical experiments is required. Experience in at least 2 characterization methods that include but are not limited to ICP-OES, ICP-MS, TGA/DSC, XRD, and SEM in addition to other common laboratory analytical techniques is desired. Experience with design and execution of experiments involving high temperature molten salts preferred. Demonstrated performance and leadership within multifunctional teams and in the execution of complex projects is desired. Experience working and communicating productively in a multidisciplinary team including R&D, production, quality assurance, and engineering design functions. Ability to understand requirements (regulations, codes and standards, etc.), incorporate them into Client documents, and provide associated guidance to Client personnel. Strong organizational and communication skills including technical writing, presentation, and interpersonal skills. The successful candidate will possess a high degree of trust and integrity, communicate openly and display respect and a desire to foster teamwork.

 

Pay Rate: $85 to $90 per hour.

 

*Pay range offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors, including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc.

 

Qualified candidates should APPLY NOW for immediate consideration! Please hit APPLY to provide the required information, and we will be back in touch as soon as possible.

 

Benefits: Volt offers benefits (based on eligibility) that include the following: health, dental, vision, term life, short term disability, AD&D, 401(k), Sick time, and other types of paid leaves (as required by law), Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

 

Volt is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits any kind of unlawful discrimination and harassment. Volt is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, national origin, citizenship, social or ethnic origin, sex, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, or any other status protected by the statutes, rules, and regulations in the locations where it operates. If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, please email hr_dept@volt.com or call (866) -898-0005. Please indicate the specifics of the assistance needed. Please indicate the specifics of the assistance needed. Volt does not discriminate against applicants based on citizenship status, immigration status, or national origin, in accordance with 8 U.S.C. § 1324b.

 

The company will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in a manner that complies with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and other applicable laws.

 

Benefits: Volt offers benefits (based on eligibility) that include the following: health, dental, vision, term life, short term disability, AD&D, 401(k), Sick time, and other types of paid leaves (as required by law), Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Volt is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits any kind of unlawful discrimination and harassment. Volt is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, national origin, citizenship, social or ethnic origin, sex, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, or any other status protected by the statutes, rules, and regulations in the locations where it operates. If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, please click here or call (866) 898-0005. Please indicate the specifics of the assistance needed.
Volt does not discriminate against applicants based on citizenship status, immigration status, or national origin, in accordance with 8 U.S.C. § 1324b. The company will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in a manner that complies with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and other applicable laws.