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National Reactor Innovation Center (NRIC) Demonstration Reactor Project Engineer ','19263','!*!Does a career focused on changing the world's energy future intrigue you? If so, we might have just the opportunity you're looking for!

Idaho National Laboratory’s (INL) Reactor Project Engineering group is seeking forward-thinking professionals interested in exploring a career as a National Reactor Innovation Center (NRIC) Demonstration Reactor Project Engineer.

Our team works a remote 4x10 schedule with every Friday off!

The NRIC Demonstration Reactor Project Engineer will be the lead technical point of contact with advanced micro reactor demonstration projects at the NRIC testbeds.

INL is recognized as the lead national laboratory for the Department of Energy. The testbeds provide a unique capability to allow testing of first of a kind advanced micro reactors. Being collocated with MFC allows demonstrators to leverage additional nuclear fuels research and development expertise along with numerous post-irradiation examination and analytical capabilities.

The Project Engineer must have a wide range of skills and deep background in large scale technological projects including system engineering, requirements management, digital engineering, project engineering, project coordination, and customer interaction. The successful candidate will work with reactor demonstrators and apply knowledge, practices, and techniques to develop designs for new or modified systems, processes, and specialized equipment through design and implementation phases for reactor operations in the test bed facilities.

Responsibilities Include:

Work independently with various NRIC stakeholders to support test bed operations.

Demonstrate technical understanding of system design requirements, system performance criteria, physical configuration, operation, testing, and maintenance for assigned systems and components.

Perform Project Engineering role for assigned advanced reactor demonstration project.

Perform System Engineering role for modifications to testbeds required to support the assigned demonstration reactor.

Perform Lead Engineer role for reactor installation.

Perform Design Engineer role for modifications to support operational and research needs.

Perform as Lead Engineer for ancillary projects, as assigned by engineering manager.

Perform configuration management of assigned systems/projects.

Specify equipment maintenance, monitor performance, and perform failure analysis and operations support.

 

','!*!Minimum Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in an applicable engineering field and 5-8 years of relevant engineering experience, or a master’s degree and 3-6 years of experience. Applicable degrees include; Mechanical, Nuclear, Chemical, Electrical, and Instrumentation & Controls engineering, and Aerospace. Other degrees may be considered with sufficient experience.

Ability to design, analyze and evaluate assigned systems.

Ability to collaborate with operations, engineering, nuclear safety, maintenance, and programmatic personnel both verbally and through written products.

Ability to identify and complete engineering work tasks such as design efforts, maintenance activities, and operating written instructions.

Ability to plan, organize, and lead engineering work.

Familiarity with digital and systems engineering methods and tools.

Ability and willingness to travel, as required, for the position. Minimum of 25% with possible higher travel time requirements.

This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Energy Q clearance, which requires US Citizenship.

Preferred Requirements:

Experience performing system engineering functions within a nuclear facility/environment.

Professional Engineering license.

Job Information

Salary Grade: PR0300 - 220 ($107,520 - $177,336) / PR0400 - 230 ($121,212 - $206,232)

Chosen applicants are required to show a demonstrated commitment to valuing diversity and contributing to an inclusive working environment.

TDP-Testing designated position: You will be required to submit to a pre-employment drug screen and periodic drug testing throughout the term of your employment.

Multi-Level: This is a multi-level posting and the selected candidate will be placed at the appropriate level dependent on depth and breadth of proven experience and skills.

INL is a science-based, applied engineering national laboratory dedicated to supporting the U.S. Department of Energy’s mission in nuclear energy research, science, and national defense. With more than 5,000 scientists, researchers, and support staff, the laboratory works with national and international governments, universities and industry partners to discover new science and development technologies that underpin the nation’s nuclear and renewable energy, national security, and environmental missions.

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INL Mission

Our mission is to discover, demonstrate and secure innovative nuclear energy solutions, other clean energy options and critical infrastructure.

INL Vision

Our vision is to change the world’s energy future and secure our nation’s critical infrastructure.

Selective Service Requirements

To be eligible for employment at INL males born after December 31, 1959 must have registered with the Selective Service System (SSS). For more information see www.sss.gov.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Idaho National Laboratory (INL) is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. It is the policy of INL to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Women and People of Color are strongly encouraged to apply. 

Reasonable Accommodation

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

Other Information

When applying to positions please provide a resume and answer all questions on the following screens. Applicants, who fail to provide a resume or answer the questions, may be deemed ineligible for consideration.

INL does not accept resumes from third party vendors unsolicited.

Benefits, Salary, and Relocation

We have an extremely competitive salary structure and phenomenal benefits. For more information, please visit: https://www.inl.gov/careers/benefits-overview/

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