Location: Oak Ridge, TN
Job Title: Mechanical or Electrical Engineer (Computed Tomography)
Career Level: Senior Associate
Organization: Physical Testing Engineering (51080350)
Job Specialty: Core Engineering
What You'll Do
- Responsibilities include but are not limited to the support of quality evaluations and product certification processes, primarily computed tomography (CT) inspections.
- Review data that has been processed then communicate results through written reports and presentations.
- Position will play a role in quality evaluations and use technical expertise and knowledge to develop, verify, and validate performance of process capabilities.
- Responsibilities also include preparing cost estimates to customers and support activities for new programs and/or projects.
- Interface with multiple layers of personnel on a daily basis, including program management, mission managers, development and engineering personnel.
- Provide technical support for operations and projects aimed at improved performance, installation of new equipment and process capabilities.
- Engage personnel from multiple organizations to coordinate implementation of projects and maintenance activities.
- Daily assignments will be established based on the employee’s level of experience.
- Training will be provided as necessary to develop the skills necessary to support all functions of the position.
What You Can Expect
- Meaningful work and unique opportunities to support missions vital to national and global security
- Top-notch, dedicated colleagues
- Generous pay and benefits with a stable organization
- Career advancement and professional development programs
- Work-life balance fostered through flexible work options and wellness initiatives
Minimum Job Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in engineering or physics discipline with a minimum 3.0/4.0 cumulative GPA OR a Master's degree in engineering/physical science discipline with a minimum 3.3/4.0 cumulative GPA OR a PhD in engineering/physical science discipline with a minimum 3.5 cumulative GPA.Minimum 2 years of relevant experience.
- There is a minimum Grade Point Average (GPA) requirement up to 4 years post-graduation at time of offer and confirmed by transcript. Beyond four years from graduation, engineering experience will supersede GPA as a requirement for hire.
- Minimum 2 years of relevant experience. Typical engineering/science experience ranging from 3 to 7 years.
- In addition, the applicant must meet the requirements of DOE O 426.2 (Baccalaureate in engineering or related science, 2 years job-related and at least 1 year nuclear experience, or a DOE O 426.2 alternative). DOE 426.2 experience requirements can be satisfied following employment. In the interim, newly hired personnel will not be assigned duties that could impact the safety basis of nuclear facilities.
Preferred Job Requirements
- Strong technical, organization, communication, and team-building skills.
- Ability to interpret information from technical requirements, management requirements, and industry standards to support the implementation of technical projects.
- Programing experience.
- Ability to clearly express and document technical issues using Microsoft Office or other software packages.
- Self-starter and able to work with all levels of personnel ranging from craft to Design Agency staff.
- Knowledge of manufacturing and Y-12 organizational policies, configuration and document control procedures, and Integrated Safety Management System (ISMS).
- Experience x-ray or CT systems or control systems.
- Experience with Non-destructive testing equipment and processes.
Why Y-12?
You get #morethanajob. We encourage employees to achieve a healthy personal balance among home, work and the community. One of the ways we embrace work-life balance is by offering flexible work arrangements that provide alternatives to the traditional workweek, while still meeting business needs. Top talent and personal commitment mean more to our success than any other factors, so we reward our people with the kinds of benefits that make a positive difference in the quality of their lives. Benefits such as: medical plan, prescription drug plan, vision plan, dental plan, employer matched 401(k) savings plan, disability coverage, education reimbursement and many more. Want to stay healthy and fit but hate the cost of a gym membership? Take advantage of one of our onsite workout facilities and eat healthy in our onsite cafeterias. Much more than a workplace, at Y-12, you can build a career that lasts a lifetime.
Notes
The minimum education and experience for the lowest career level in the job posting range are listed under Minimum Job Requirements. Successful candidates hired into a higher career level than the minimum in the range must meet the requirements listed in the job leveling charts for the career level into which they are being hired.
If a range of Career Levels is posted, i.e., Senior Associate to Senior Specialist, internal applicants already in one of the Career Levels would come across at their current Career Level. Internal applicants currently in a lower level Career Level would move to the lowest posted Career Level.
Requires a Q clearance; however all qualified candidates will be considered regardless of their current clearance status. The ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Energy Q clearance is required.
Position may require entry into Materials Access Areas (MAA) and participation in the Human Reliability Program (HRP). If HRP is required, candidate must complete a counterintelligence-scope polygraph, pursuant to 10CFR 709. Medical requirements may apply.
CNS is a drug-free workplace. Candidates accepting a job offer will be required to pass a pre-placement physical, drug screening and background investigation. As an employee, you may be required to receive and maintain a security clearance from the United States Department of Energy in order to meet eligibility requirements for access to sensitive information or matter. U.S. citizenship is a requirement for security clearance applicants. All employees are subject to being randomly selected for drug testing without advance notification.
CNS is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, genetic information, disability or veteran status.