Chemical Engineer

Black Mesa Advanced Fission specializes in cutting-edge solutions for energy generation, focusing on highly portable logistics-free electrical generators. The company develops tactical / expeditionary mobile microreactors designed to provide sustainable, resilient, and reliable power for critical applications. As a leader in advanced fission technology, Black Mesa is dedicated to innovation, efficiency, and advancing global energy independence.

Black Mesa Advanced Fission specializes in research and development of Fission Generators (otherwise known as Expeditionary/Tactically Mobile Microreactors). BMAF is under contract to the U.S. Army to develop and test the prototype for a sub-100kWe Fission Generator which is a very small-scale system using nuclear energy technology (nano-scale reactor).

This position offers hands‑on experience working alongside experienced professionals on real‑world engineering projects. You will contribute to ongoing initiatives, develop technical and analytical analysis, and participate in a collaborative work environment.

• Conduct design, fabrication, analysis, and testing of chemical processes, vacuum, and fluid systems
• Prepare process flow diagrams, P&IDs, reports, quality assurance, and documentation
• Develop chemical processes, vacuum/fluid systems, and materials selections in conjunction with other engineering disciplines
• Perform iterative process development and lab‑scale experimentation
• Support project teams with data collection, thermodynamic/kinetics calculations, testing equipment development, and process improvements
• Perform research and apply chemical engineering principles (e.g., mass/heat transfer, reaction engineering, etc.) to solve practical problems
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to support product or process development
• Participate in project/design reviews and technical discussions
• Present findings and progress updates to supervisors or project leaders

• Bachelor’s or graduate degree in Chemical Engineering
• Previous intern work experience is a plus
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and communication (verbal and written) skills
• Proficient in engineering software/tools (e.g., Aspen Plus, HYSYS, COMSOL, MATLAB, Python, Excel, etc.).
  DESIRED
  
  EXPERIENCE:
  
  lab analysis tools (e.g., GC-MS, FTIR, rheometers), process simulation software, or nuclear materials handling
• Practical engineer (e.g. experience with wet chemistry, glovebox operations, fluid handling (pumps/valves), distillation/precipitation, corrosion testing, safety protocols for hazardous materials, equipment maintenance, etc.)

• Competitive salary based on experience and education
• PTO, Sick leave, Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, Paid federal holidays

• Please submit your resume and cover letter to careers with the subject line: "Chemical Engineer I - Name."

*** This position requires candidates to hold United States of America citizenship only ***