Structural System 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 Structural System Engineer.Our team works a hybrid 4x10 schedule located at our Material and Fuels Complex with every Friday off!Responsibilities Include:The Materials and Fuels Complex (MFC) at the Idaho National Laboratory (INL) is seeking applicants for a position specializing in Structural Engineering to support advanced microreactor projects. This position will be organized within the Reactor Project Engineering Department within the Engineering Division at MFC.The successful candidate will be the assigned Structural-System Engineer for various structural systems and activities at MFC including advanced reactors. The Structural-System Engineer will apply knowledge, practices, and techniques to lead in developing designs for new or modified facilities, will apply engineering knowledge, processes, specialized equipment and/or utilities through design and implementation phases. In this role the engineer practice, and techniques in support of assigned systems and components and be responsible to ensure continued operational readiness of assigned systems and components in support of ongoing nuclear operations and reactor development. Technical understanding of the design requirements, system performance criteria, physical configuration, operation, testing, and maintenance of assigned systems and components is key.Perform Structural Engineering role for modifications; develop designs and analyses, oversee development of design documents (calculations, specs, system design descriptions, etc) by reactor designers and/or subcontractors, assign quality requirements, develop and support execution of start-up activities, and maintain redlines and as-build drawingsPerform structural and radiation shielding calculations, design simple to complex structural modifications to existing structures and design new structures related to engineering design projectsPerform civil and structural engineering design, participating in in-house structural engineering design projects, and collaborating with external engineering firms to support project specific design tasks, cost/schedule/scope base lining of engineering projects, technical and functional requirements' development, conceptual design reports, procurement and construction specifications and contract documents development, and field construction supportExecute code compliance studies per the ACI, ASCE 7, ASCE 43, ASCE 4, AISC, IBC, the INL Engineering Standards, and DOE Orders and Standards, and apply these code requirements to engineering outputsQualificationsMinimum Requirements:PR0300 - Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical, Civil or Structural Engineering and a minimum of 5+ years relevant engineering experience, or a Master’s Degree and a minimum of 3+ years relevant engineering experiencePR0400 - Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical, Civil or Structural Engineering and a minimum of 8+ years relevant engineering experience, or a Master’s Degree and a minimum of 6+ years relevant engineering experienceAbility to design, analyze and evaluate structures/systemsAbility to assess the designs of advanced microreactors relative to DOE standards for seismic and other natural phenomena hazardsPerforming finite element software calculationsAbility to assess situations impacting structural integrity and public health and safetyAbility to applying advanced or complex engineering concepts and techniques to solve Structural/Civil related problemsAbility to communicate with operations, engineering, nuclear safety, maintenance and programmatic personnel both verbally and through written productsAbility to identify and complete engineering work tasks such as design/analysis efforts, maintenance activities and operating written instructionsAbility to plan, organize, and lead engineering workThis position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Energy "Q" clearance, which requires US CitizenshipPreferred Requirements:Experience with Abaqus and STAADExperience performing engineering functions within a nuclear facility/environmentProfessional Engineering License in Civil/Structural Engineering.......Job Information:Salary Grade PR0300 -220 -220 ($107,520 - $177,336)/ PR0400- 230- 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: 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 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 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