Energetics Engineer

Salas O'Brien

. Evaluate existing energetics, propellant, pyrotechnic, chemical processing, utility, and hazardous industrial systems .

Posted 10/5/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesSeniorLead💰 $115,000 - $140,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in evaluating and designing systems for energetics, propellants, and pyrotechnics, ensuring compliance with safety standards and regulations. Proficient in conducting risk assessments, HAZOP studies, and leading multidisciplinary teams in complex industrial environments.

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Bachelor Of Science In Chemical Engineering8+ Years Experience In Energetics And PropellantsExperience With HAZOP Studies And Risk AssessmentsProficiency With AutoCAD And Engineering CalculationsKnowledge Of NFPA And OSHA Safety Requirements

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Hard Skills

Process Safety AnalysesHazard AssessmentsExplosives Safety ReviewsEngineering CalculationsTechnical DocumentationDesign Criteria DevelopmentRisk Mitigation StrategiesHazardous Area ClassificationRoot-Cause InvestigationsMultidisciplinary Team Leadership

Soft Skills

CollaborationCommunicationProblem-SolvingLeadershipClient Engagement

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft Office SuiteExcel-Based Engineering CalculationsBluebeam RevuAutoCADModeling Platforms

Certifications & Qualifications

Active DoW Security ClearanceSite Access Credentials

Industry Keywords

EnergeticsPropellantsPyrotechnicsChemical ProcessingDefense Industrial BaseEPA Military Munitions RuleRCRA Hazardous-Waste ShippingFederal EPC ProjectsAerospaceSpecialty Chemical

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Evaluate existing energetics, propellant, pyrotechnic, chemical processing, utility, and hazardous industrial systems
Lead the design, analysis, testing, and implementation of systems involving propellants, explosives, pyrotechnics, pressurized gases, and cryogenic fluids
Perform hazardous area classification studies
Apply NFPA and other applicable industry standards to determine electrical area classifications and safety requirements
Develop process safety analyses, hazard assessments, HAZOPs, explosives safety reviews, regulatory compliance assessments, and risk mitigation strategies
Support modernization planning for energetics, propellant, pyrotechnic, chemical processing, bulk material handling, and hazardous-operation facilities
Evaluate and document safe handling, storage, and transport of unserviceable ammunition and explosives
Implement Resource Recovery and Recycling protocols and material disposition mandates
Ensure compliance with EPA Military Munitions Rule and RCRA hazardous-waste shipping requirements
Support facility layouts, equipment selection, specifications, technical data-sheet reviews, vendor coordination, technical evaluations, and design documentation
Participate in design reviews, safety reviews, operational readiness assessments, site visits, field investigations, technical walkdowns, client workshops, and presentations
Evaluate instrumentation, interlocks, permissives, alarms, remote operation, and monitoring strategies
Lead multidisciplinary teams integrating energetic and hazardous-operation requirements into facility design
Evaluate storage, transfer, handling, and disposal methods for energetic materials and propellants
Lead or conduct root-cause investigations and corrective-action development
Assist with proposals, scope definition, estimates, budgets, schedules, and technical approach narratives for federal opportunities

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor of Science degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a closely related engineering discipline
8+ years of progressively responsible experience in energetics, propellants, pyrotechnics, chemical processing, defense industrial base facilities, or related hazardous industrial environments
Experience with ammunition, explosives, energetics, propellants, pyrotechnics, chemical manufacturing, or similar commodities strongly preferred
Experience supporting Department of War, federal, defense contractor, aerospace, specialty chemical, advanced manufacturing, or mission-critical industrial clients
Experience producing engineering calculations, technical reports, design criteria, technical narratives, specifications, equipment data sheets, and design documents
Experience supporting explosives safety, hazardous area classification, process safety analyses, hazard reviews, risk assessments, HAZOP studies, and NFPA 497 requirements
Experience working within and leading multidisciplinary engineering teams on complex industrial, federal EPC, design-build, or modernization projects
Knowledge of NFPA, OSHA, and industry-specific safety requirements
Experience collaborating on PHAs, HAZOPs, or similar risk assessments
Ability to obtain and maintain applicable site access, security clearance, or customer-required credentials
U.S. citizenship, as required for site access to certain DoD-titled AA&E facilities
Active or recently held DoW security clearance preferred
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, Excel-based engineering calculations, Bluebeam Revu, AutoCAD, and applicable modeling or analytical platforms
Proficiency with engineering calculations, process modeling, and technical documentation
Ability to conduct site visits and field investigations, access industrial, manufacturing, and construction environments, occasionally lift up to 25 pounds, and wear required PPE
Ability to work in industrial, laboratory, aerospace, test stand, field, hybrid, office, and remote settings
Ability to travel 10% to 25%, depending on project assignments and field activities

Benefits

Comp & perks

Performance-based bonuses
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) with company match
Paid time off and company holidays
Wellness programs and employee assistance resources
Professional development support
Employee ownership