Edgewater Technical Associates is seeking qualified candidates for a Chemical Engineer opportunity at the Catholic University of America’s Vitreous State Laboratory in Washington, DC.

Position Summary:

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Chemical Engineer to support research, development, design, and implementation of chemical products and systems. This role involves applying principles of chemistry, physics, mathematics, and engineering to solve technical problems, improve product quality, ensure safety compliance, and support operational excellence across projects.

The ideal candidate will have a strong technical foundation and the ability to work collaboratively across multidisciplinary teams.

Key Responsibilities:

· Apply chemical engineering principles to develop, test, and improve products and materials.

· Support design, analysis, and optimization of chemical systems and equipment.

· Conduct laboratory experiments, pilot studies, and technical evaluations.

· Analyze data and prepare technical reports, specifications, and documentation.

· Assist in scaling laboratory developments to production-level applications.

· Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and regulatory standards.

· Support troubleshooting efforts related to chemical systems or product performance.

· Collaborate with manufacturing, quality, R&D, and project management teams.

· Maintain accurate technical records and documentation.

Required Qualifications:

· Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering.

· 5 to 20 years of chemical engineering experience.

· Strong understanding of thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, heat transfer, and reaction engineering.

· Proficiency in data analysis and engineering software tools.

· Knowledge of safety regulations and industry standards.

· Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

· Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

· Master’s degree in Chemical Engineering.

· Familiarity with CAD or engineering design software.

· Experience with laboratory instrumentation and testing methods.

· Professional Engineer (PE) license or EIT certification.

Other Job Requirements:

· United States Citizenship

Compensation:

Pay is commensurate with education and experience and may range between $100K to $187K annually. Edgewater is committed to recruiting and maintaining a staff of highly skilled professionals to support our customers. In keeping with this objective, we offer highly competitive salaries and employee benefit packages structured to best suit your needs. We offer multiple individual and family benefit options including paid time off, medical, dental, life, vision, and disability insurance, and a pre-tax 401 (k) retirement account with Company matching contributions and 100% vesting for eligible participants beginning DAY 1.

If you are interested in being considered for this position and your resume clearly outlines your relevant experience for this position, please follow the application steps via our website: www.edgewatertech.net/careers

We look forward to hearing from you!

WORKING WITH EDGEWATER TECHNICAL ASSOCIATES

Founded in 2003, Edgewater Technical Associates, LLC (Edgewater) is a New Mexico-based small business headquartered in Los Alamos, NM, with five (5) regional offices across the United States to locally support our growing presence at project sites. Edgewater has a proven track record and is a trusted provider of fixed-price construction projects, engineering, and technical services for the Department of Energy (DOE), Department of Defense (DOD), National Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC), Canadian Commercial Nuclear Industry, and private sector commercial contractors involved in nuclear, high-hazard, or complex operations. Edgewater’s experience and guidance ensure that our customers perform hazardous operations, comply with regulatory requirements, and maintain the highest quality and safety standards.

Edgewater is committed to recruiting and maintaining a staff of highly skilled professionals to support our customers. In keeping with this objective, we offer highly competitive salaries and employee benefit packages structured to best suit your needs. We offer multiple individual and family benefit options including paid time off, medical, dental, life, vision, and disability insurance, and a pre- and post-tax 401 (k) retirement account with Company matching contributions and 100% vesting for eligible participants beginning DAY 1.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Edgewater is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veterans, or individuals with disabilities in accordance with EO 14173.

View all Edgewater opportunities at www.edgewatertech.net/careers