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<p class="MsoNormal"><b>Job Posting Title<o:p></o:p></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Nuclear Fabrication / Systems Engineer / NB50677621<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>Posted Date<o:p></o:p></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">07/13/2018<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><o:p> </o:p></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>End Posting Date<o:p></o:p></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">08/31/2018<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>Purpose<o:p></o:p></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">The Neutron Sciences Directorate (NScD) at Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) operates the High Flux Isotope Reactor<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">(HFIR), the United States' highest flux reactor-based neutron source, and the Spallation Neutron Source (SNS), the world's<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">most intense pulsed accelerator-based neutron source. Together, these facilities operate 30 instruments for neutron<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">scattering research. Each year, these facilities carry out more than 1,000 experiments in the physical, chemical, materials,<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">biological and medical sciences for more than 3,000 visiting scientists. HFIR also provides unique facilities for isotope<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">production and neutron irradiation. To learn more about Neutron Sciences at ORNL go to:
<a href="http://neutrons.ornl.gov">http://neutrons.ornl.gov</a>.<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">The Systems Engineering (SE) group within the Research Reactors Division (RRD) is looking for a highly motivated<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">individual to join the SE team. The primary responsibility of the SE group is to maintain the HFIR configuration management<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">program, provide technical support to operations and maintenance, and perform systems analysis. This position will be<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">responsible for the Mechanical Engineering role in the SE group which performs design engineering and supports<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">manufacturing and fabrication of reactor core components, fuel elements, control rods and plates, etc. This position will also<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">be responsible for maintaining overall cognizance of assigned HFIR structures, systems, and components (SSCs) and<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">providing systems engineering support for operations and maintenance.<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><o:p> </o:p></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>Major Duties/Responsibilities<o:p></o:p></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">CONFIGURATION MANAGEMENT<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">* Prepares engineering designs for new installations and for replacement and upgrade of HFIR structures, systems, and<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">components (SSCs).<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">* Performs calculations and analyses to support design basis and requirements<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">* Applies relevant codes and standards, such as ASTM, ASME, AWS, GD&T, QS9000, ISO14001, etc.<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">* Supports development of reactor core components replacement plan.<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">* Prepares design specifications to define and determine acceptance criteria for component upgrades.<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">* Prepares material specifications and provides technical support in procurement of materials.<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">* Project leads fabrication, machining, and assembly of reactor core components, experiments, special tooling, etc. in<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">accordance with HFIR specifications.<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">* Implements modifications in accordance with RRD configuration control processes.<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">* Prepares and maintains as-built documentation for assigned HFIR SSCs, including engineering drawings, specifications,<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">system descriptions, relevant databases and labeling.<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">*Provides project management for installation of mechanical design changes.<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">MAINTENANCE SUPPORT<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">* Troubleshoots and analyzes system and component failures and develops corrective actions.<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">* Provides written work package instructions to perform and document work.<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">* Provides field technical supports to maintenance engineers, craft supervisors and crafts.<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">* Develops and implements preventive and predictive maintenance work instructions.<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">OPERATIONS SUPPORT<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">* Performs operability assessments to determine equipment impact on HFIR operation.<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">* Assists in the investigation of reportable occurrences or operating events and in the preparation of associated reports and<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">root cause determinations<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">SYSTEM ANALYSIS<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">* Analyzes and trends results of preventive and predictive maintenance data.<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">* Analyzes equipment performance history.<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">* Performs overall systems health evaluation in accordance with RRD’s Systems Engineering and Reliability Programs, which<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">involves the following:<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">- System Health Indicators<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">- Identification of new and status of existing equipment/component vulnerabilities<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">- HFIR 3-Year Planning Activities<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">- Identification of Spare Parts deficiencies and single point vulnerabilities<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">- Walk-Downs to Assess System Configuration and Material Condition<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">- Evaluation of surveillance test results<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">WORK ENVIRONMENT<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Physical requirements for this job may include frequent walking and walking for long distances. Other work environment<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">requirements may include climbing of stairs, ducking, kneeling or crawling around equipment and facilities. Exposure to<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">ionization radiation normally associated with operation of neutron scattering instruments for scientific research is also<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">possible.<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>Qualifications Required<o:p></o:p></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">* Bachelor's degree in engineering with nuclear / mechanical emphasis<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">* 8 or more years of experience in mechanical / manufacturing engineering<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">* Excellent understanding of machining and fabrication practice including welding and joining techniques combined with a<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">sound understanding of machine design.<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">* A strong understanding of reading and interpreting mechanical design drawings is required as well as understanding of<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">GD&T principles from ANSI Y14.5.<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Ability to diagnose mechanical equipment problems and develop formal work package instructions for performance and<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">documentation of repairs.<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Experience in project management, leading maintenance tasks, procedure development, procurement of materials and<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">equipment analysis.<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Strong verbal and written communication skills, good interpersonal skills, and work well as a team member.<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">DOE Security Clearance: This position requires the candidate to have or be able to obtain a "Q" clearance.<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><o:p> </o:p></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>Preferred Qualifications:<o:p></o:p></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">* Experience in operation and troubleshooting of CNC lathes, precision OD grinding, forging, welding, rolling mills, and heat<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">treat processes.<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">* Knowledgeable in the fundamentals of powder metallurgy principles.<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">* An understanding of basic principles of material behavior in nuclear reactors is desirable<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">* Familiarity with mechanical design and maintenance activities in a nuclear reactor operating environment.<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">* Familiarity with the regulatory programs which define the HFIR work environment, including DOE Orders pertaining to<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">conduct of operation and maintenance, and understanding of OSHA requirements is a plus.<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Additional Requirements of this job:<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">* This position is a Workplace Substance Abuse Program (WSAP) testing designated position which requires passing a<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">pre-placement drug test and participation in an ongoing random drug testing program in which employees are subject to<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">being randomly selected for testing and undergoing testing without advance notification. The occupant of this position will<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">also be subject to an ongoing requirement to report any drug related arrest or conviction or receipt of a positive drug test<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">result to the Company.<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>Work Directions and Interfaces<o:p></o:p></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Reports to the Mechanical Systems Engineering Team Lead. Interacts with personnel at all levels within the HFIR.<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">May provide work instruction/guidance to technicians and craft personnel.<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>Measures of Effectiveness<o:p></o:p></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">* Successfully manages procurement and fabrication of reactor internal components.<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">* Successfully ensures that procurements follow the RRD QA plan and Systems Engineering Fabrication Control procedure.<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">* Successfully records and reports technical findings to RRD management and review committees.<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">* Successfully creates an environment in which individuals within the group can meet RRD/ORNL environmental, safety,<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">health and quality requirements; and successful enforcement of these requirements<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">* Demonstrates technical competence.<o:p></o:p></p>
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