Environmental Scientist/Engineer 1, 2, Senior (Plant Chemist)

Requisition ID: 19000

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SRP is one of the largest public power and water utilities in the U.S. providing electricity to approximately one million customers in the greater metropolitan Phoenix area. Since its founding in 1903, SRP has fostered a culture of stewardship and customer service consistently ranking as an industry leader in customer service according to J.D. Power and named one of Arizona's best employers by Forbes. SRP continues to adapt to its changing business environment by seeking innovative ways to reimagine utility service and the provision of critical resources essential to the life and economy of Arizona.

Why Work at SRP

At SRP, we foster an inclusive work environment and believe everyone should have a fair chance to work, regardless of who they are. That’s why we value teams with diverse perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds to help SRP deliver on its mission of providing reliable, affordable and sustainable water and power.

SRP's success is rooted in our employees' happiness, health, and safety. That's why we offer a comprehensive benefits package to meet the needs of our employees and enhance their well-being. In addition to competitive pay and performance incentives, eligible employees can take advantage of the following benefits:

Summary

SRP Gila River Power Station is recruiting for a Plant Chemist - Senior Scientist/Engineer Environmental. Located in Gila Bend, Arizona, the Gila River Power Station is home to four combined cycle power blocks. Each power block consists of two combustion turbines, two heat recovery steam generators and one steam turbine. All four blocks combined have a total capacity of 2,200 MW.

Including the normal duties of a Senior Scientist/Engineer Environmental, the position requires monitoring chemical Inventory, ordering bulk chemicals, quality control of all lab procedures, reviewing calibration and maintenance of bench top and continuous sample lab instruments. Supports chemical-related troubleshooting activities on power plant systems and equipment. Inspects equipment and monitor operating conditions, meters, and gauges to determine load requirements and detect malfunctions. Supports and emphasizes the importance of safety and environmental programs and ensures regulatory compliance. Participates in continuous improvement planning and impementation in area of responsibility. Recognizes problems and is proactive in helping to resolve them.

Position will also require experience with process control lab analysis of all plant waters, such as closed cooling water, open circulating cooling water, and feedwater/boiler water systems. Has handled chemicals such as phosphate, polymer, sulfuric acid, sodium hydroxide, corrosion inhibitors, and others. Maintain, review, and interpret analytical data to determine system status, recommend required chemical treatment for operational parameters. Requires understanding of plant operations relating to water treatment, such as demineralizers and reverse osmosis. Knowledge of wastewater recovery, feed water and HRSG boiler systems. Communicates technical information on the condition of plant chemical-related processes/equipment to management and other technical personnel. Not only must chemist maintain effective working relationships with other employees, customers and the public, but also contractors and vendors.

What You'll Do

What It Takes To Succeed

Occasional travel for specialized training and utility business meetings occasional contact with utility engineers and scientists from other companies and outside agencies. Ability to work effectively using services of various organizational groups within SRP. Effective interpersonal skills to communicate study work and results to high level management. Ability to use complex computer software tools. Ability to discreetly prepare and use proprietary and sensitive information.

Experience

Promotion to Level 2 requires a minimum of two years experience at Level 1; demonstrated capability to perform advanced and more difficult work as determined by the supervisor. Promotion to Senior Level requires a minimum of three years experience at Level 2; is fully competent in all aspects of functional area of assignment and as such would be recognized as a specialist in area of assignment and may have periodic or occasional lead responsibilities.

Education

Completion of a Bachelor's Degree from an accredited institution that prepares the employee for the assignment.

Hybrid Workplace

SRP currently offers a hybrid workplace, which allows employees whose jobs can be performed remotely, and who have sufficient technical capability, to telework up to three days per week. Although teleworking is available, all employees must live and work in Arizona.

Drug/Alcohol Policy Statement

To promote the safety and well-being of our employees, customers, and the communities we serve, SRP is committed to maintaining a drug/alcohol free work environment. Although marijuana may now be legal in Arizona, except as otherwise specified under Arizona law, SRP considers it to be an illegal drug for the purpose of our drug/alcohol policy because marijuana remains illegal at the federal level. Any candidate found to be impaired during the hiring process or who has the presence of an illegal drug or unauthorized substance in their system during the pre-employment drug/alcohol test may be disqualified from further consideration in the hiring process.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Salt River Project (SRP) is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military status, or any other protected status under applicable federal, state or local law.

Work Authorization

All candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

Currently, SRP does not sponsor H1B visas, OPT, or other employment-related visa's.