Mid-level Energetics Engineer

ERG is a research and consulting firm that provides a wide range of support to federal, state, and commercial clients. ERG offers multidisciplinary teams with nationally recognized skills in engineering, science, economics, public health, informational technology, and communications. We hire people with the best minds and then provide them with a vibrant and flexible environment in which to develop their careers. The qualified individual must be highly motivated with the skills to prioritize, perform, and communicate effectively in a fast-paced environment. 

ERG is seeking experienced explosives engineers to provide full-time mixing and process developmentsupport within our process engineering team. This role will support a growing energetics research and development (R&D) group. The position will be on-site at a federal site in Indian Head, Maryland, in the Washington, DC metro area.

Job Description:

• Prepare standard operating procedures, safety documentation, and technical reports for horizontal mixer, vertical mixer, and Resonant Acoustic Mixing (RAM) operations.
• Perform basic calculations that support process chemistry, equipment configuration, and process condition establishment decisions. 
• Participate in hazard analyses of R&D operations, review laboratory processes for elimination of hazards.
• Provide consultation for mixing, small-scale safety testing, thermal analyses, physical characterization, and explosive output characterization.
• Aid in energetic material characterization efforts designed to understand small-scale explosives hazards. 
• Share knowledge of procedures related to hazardous and non-hazardous waste generation as well as waste disposal. 
• Support mishap or incident investigations; receive, examine, and analyze evidence; interpret results; write reports; technically or administratively review reports; potentially testify to findings concerning casework.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Master’s degree or higher in an appropriate study (e.g., Chemical Engineering)
• A minimum of 3 years of relevant experience 
• Energetics/explosives handling experience 
• Strong writing and communication skills; exhibit knowledge of the theories, procedures, and analytical techniques necessary to produce reliable reviews, consultations, and conclusions. 
• Competence in using spreadsheet and database software to compile, analyze, and present data.
• Strong time management skills and the ability to work on multiple projects. 
• Ability to work independently with limited technical guidance and oversight.
• Have or be able to obtain a DoD Secret Security Clearance 
• Knowledge and/or experience with industrial chemical and mixing formulation for explosives ingredients, safe handling of energetics, and sensitivity testing (i.e., electrostatic discharge, friction, thermal stability) strongly preferred 

ERG offers competitive salaries and excellent benefits, including health and dental insurance, life insurance, long-term disability, educational benefits, FSAs, a generous 401k plan, profit sharing, an EAP, 11-20 paid vacation days per year, 10 paid holidays per year, 56 hours or more of sick leave (based on the state you work in) per year (pro-rated for part-time) and more. The salary range for all positions depends on the years and type of experience.

ERG is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable EEOC and affirmative action regulations. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. As such, successful candidates must be committed to working with diverse and inclusive teams.

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As ERG is a friendly, flexible, inclusive environment and has clients who are committed to making the world a better place, ERGers are incredibly dedicated. We promote and recognize principles of fairness, equity, and social justice in the work we do, the partnerships we foster, and the culture we value both within and outside of our organization.