National Reactor Innovation Center (NRIC) Reactor Experiment Support Engineer

DescriptionDoes 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) Reactor Experiment Support Engineer.Our team works a hybrid 4x10 schedule located at our Materials and Fuels Complex with every Friday off! Responsibilities Include:The Materials and Fuels Complex (MFC) at the Idaho National Laboratory (INL) is seeking applicants as a National Reactor Innovation Center (NRIC) Testbed Support Engineer.  The NRIC Reactor Experiment Support Engineer will support the lead reactor experiment engineer to facilitate the review, installation, and operation of advanced micro reactors at the NRIC testbeds. The positions will be in the Reactor Project Engineering department at MFC and is collocated with the NRIC testbeds.  Engineers in the Reactor Project Engineering Department are classified as Nuclear Research Facility Engineers.INL is recognized as the lead national laboratory for the Department of Energy.  The NRIC testbeds provide a unique capability to allow testing of first of a kind advanced micro reactors.   Being collocated with MFC allows reactor developers to leverage additional nuclear fuels research and development expertise along with numerous post-irradiation examination and analytical capabilities.The successful candidate will be assigned to support advance reactor experiment projects.  The NRIC Reactor Experiment Support 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 NRIC and MFC personnel to ensure proper oversight of advanced reactors is completed.  The successful candidate will apply knowledge, practices, and techniques to develop designs for new or modified systems, processes, and specialized equipment through design and implementation phases for reactor support projects in the test bed facilities. In this role the reactor experiment engineer will work with the reactor experiment lead engineer and various NRIC stakeholders to support implementation of advanced reactors in the test bed.  Technical understanding of system design requirements, system performance criteria, physical configuration, operation, testing, and maintenance of assigned systems and components is key.  Key functions of the role are:              Preform System and Project Engineering role for assigned testbed support projects              Perform Lead Engineer role for project 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                           Configuration Management of assigned systems/projects              Specify equipment maintenance for assigned systems             Monitor performance of assigned systems              Failure analysis for assigned systems             Operations Support for assigned systemsQualificationsMinimum Requirements:                   PR0300/PR0400: Bachelor’s degree in an applicable engineering discipline and 5-8 years relevant engineering experience, or a master’s degree and 3-6 years relevant experience                   Applicable degrees include; Mechanical, Nuclear, Chemical, Electrical, and Instrumentation & Control’s engineering, Aerospace (other degrees may be considered with sufficient relevant experience)                   Ability to design, analyze and evaluate assigned systems                   Ability to communicate with operations, engineering, nuclear safety, maintenance, and programmatic personnel both verbally and through written products                 Ability to identify and execute 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                  Preferred Skills:                  Experience performing system engineering functions within a nuclear facility/environment                  Professional Engineering License                 Travel – baseline of 25% with occasional periods of higher frequency                 Must be a US Citizen and have the ability and willingness to obtain and maintain a DOE "Q" clearanceJob Information:       Salary Grade PR0300 - 220 ($107,520 - $177,336)/ PR0400 - 230 ($121,212 - $206,232)        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 skillsTDP: This is a testing designated position; you will be required to submit to a pre-employment drug screen and periodic drug testing throughout the term of your employmentChosen applicants are required to show a demonstrated commitment to valuing diversity and contributing to an inclusive working environmentINL Overview: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. 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 men born after December 31, 1959 must have registered with the Selective Service System (SSS). For more information see www.sss.gov. Equal Employment Opportunity:INL is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. It is the policy of INL to provide EEO 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 your 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:We have an extremely competitive salary structure, robust relocation package, and a phenomenal benefits package. For more information, please visit: Job Field: EngineeringOrganization: Materials & Fuels Complex-MFC (Uxxx)Schedule: Full-timeEmployee Status: Regular