Entry Level Chemical Engineering Jobs in Elgin, IL

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The Mechanical Systems Engineer position is based out of our Byron Clean Energy facility in Byron, IL.

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*****************This Engineering role can be filled at Entry level,  Mid-level or Senior Engineer level. Please see minimum qualifications list below for each level*********************************** 

Entry Level - $87,000

Mid Level - $92,700-$114,000 

Sr Level - $122,400-$154,000 

Ranges are per year based on experience, along with a comprehensive benefits package that includes bonus and 401K 

Primary Purpose of Position

Responsible for performing engineering and technical tasks, under general supervision, in support of nuclear plant operations.

Primary Duties and Accountabilities

• Perform engineering and technical tasks as assigned by supervision applying general engineering principles
• Assure all engineering products prepared are in accordance with applicable safety analyses, industry codes, engineering specifications and all regulatory requirements.
• Participate in the development and implementation of effective processes and techniques at appropriate levels of detail and in compliance with established policies and procedures.
• Recommend format and methodology improvements to standard processes and procedures.
• 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 for Entry Level E01 Engineer &ndash New Graduate 

• B.S  in Engineering (Chemical, Civil/Structural, Electrical, Industrial, Mechanical or Nuclear) 
• Maintain minimum access requirements or unescorted access requirements, as applicable, and favorable medical examination and/or testing in accordance with position duties

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS for Mid-level E02 Engineer

• B.S. in Engineering, a minimum 2 years Nuclear experience or related engineering experience
• Must meet additional requirements as outlined in ANSI/ANS-3.1-2014 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

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS for Senior E03 Engineer

• B.S. in Engineering, a minimum 5 years Nuclear experience or related engineering experience
• Must meet additional requirements as outlined in ANSI/ANS-3.1-2014 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

• BS Mechanical, Civil, Industrial or Chemical Engineering
• Engineer in Training Certification
• Good grasp of techniques and a good understanding of the fundamental functions performed by the group. As responsibility increases within the organization
• Experience with raw water systems
• Nuclear power plant experience