I&C Technical Engineering Collaboration Specialist

About the role

The Idaho National Laboratory is seeking a specialist to collaborate with engineering professionals on tasks or projects within the Measurement Science Department and related teams. The role involves providing technical expertise, troubleshooting, and support for facility managers, engineers, and researchers.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with engineers and scientists to provide technical input on various tasks.
• Function as a Subject Matter Expert to offer solutions to everyday issues for Facility Managers, Engineers, and Researchers.
• Use experience and knowledge to work with engineers and operators to troubleshoot and repair issues.
• Use data analytic tools and experience to solve complex technical issues, including electrical and mechanical troubleshooting.
• Use various software packages to develop intuitive graphical interfaces and/or models.
• Provide technical input to support procurement activities of capital or other systems science equipment with respect to operation, reliability, and performance.
• Provide technical direction on proposals and strategic business ventures to ensure the work is being executed timely and correctly.
• Exercise independent judgment and understanding of Engineering/BEA/DOE requirements and priorities.
• Develop relationships as needed to support work assignments if required technical inputs lie outside of normal expertise or education.
• Automation controls for designs.
• Use of networking and communication protocols.
• Proficient in PLC and National Instrument coding language models and software.

Requirements

• Level 4: Bachelor of Science degree in a technical field from an accredited institution and 9 years of relevant experience, a Master's degree in the same fields and 6 years of relevant experience, a PhD and 4 years of relevant experience, or 15 years of experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• Level 5: Bachelor of Science degree in a technical field from an accredited institution and 14 years of relevant experience, a Master's degree in the same fields and 8 years of relevant experience, a PhD and 6 years of relevant experience, or 20 years of experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• Relevant experience to include experience with design work for automation controls, creating solutions for networking and communications protocols, and experience with PLC and National Instrument coding language models and software.
• Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Qualifications

• While performing the duties of this classification, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, stoop, kneel, bend, and work in an office and field/laboratory environment.
• The job requires hand/finger dexterity to keyboard or type, handle materials, manipulate tools, and reach with hands and arms.
• The job requires operation of job-related equipment and driving a vehicle.
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
• Sufficient visual acuity and hearing capacity to perform the essential functions and interact with people is required.

Skills

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience with design work for automation controls.
• Experience with networking and communication protocols.
• Proficiency in PLC and National Instrument coding language models and software.

Benefits and Relocation

Benefits and Relocation: Medical, Dental, Vision, and Flexible Spending Accounts; 401(k) with a 4.2% employer contribution and up to 4.8% match (regular positions) or self-contribute access (postdoctoral positions); Paid time off (personal leave); Employee Education Program (tuition assistance for eligible positions); Comprehensive Relocation Package; Benefit eligibility subject to multiple factors, including employment status and position classification.

Pay

Pay Range: Level 4 ($95,256 - $195,288) / Level 5 ($114,360 - $234,336).

Schedule

The job is a 9x80 schedule located out of the Energy Innovation Laboratory in Idaho Falls with every other Friday off.

About Us

Idaho National Laboratory (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 6,300 scientists, researchers, and support staff, the laboratory works with national and international governments, universities, and industry partners to change the world's energy future and secure our nation's critical infrastructure. INL Mission: Discover, demonstrate, and secure innovative nuclear energy solutions, other clean energy options, and critical infrastructure. INL Vision: Change the world's energy future and secure our nation's critical infrastructure.

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.