MFC Mechanical Engineer Level 3 and Level 4
About the role
The Materials and Fuels Complex (MFC) Mechanical Engineer at Idaho National Laboratory is a pivotal position in shaping the future of nuclear energy. You'll work on groundbreaking projects that enhance energy infrastructure and advance critical technologies.
Responsibilities
- Decompose project goals into defined and controlled design requirements.
- Use best practices in design methodologies to develop and validate designs.
- Develop physics-based mathematical models of mechanical, chemical, and electrical systems.
- Maintain familiarity with codes and standards applicable to the discipline.
- Document designs to establish conformance with requirements and standards.
- Establish testing, inspection, and quality requirements.
- Ensure fabrication, construction, assembly, and procurement align with design specifications.
- Develop and maintain systems/equipment, perform calculations, and evaluate design specifications.
- Provide solutions to technical problems and recommendations for production improvements.
- Monitor and evaluate plant systems, recommend maintenance and repair standards, and identify vendor data and spare parts.
- Support and lead new project development, including proposals and business plans.
- Ensure design modifications meet technical baseline requirements and applicable codes.
- Maintain configuration management of the technical baseline and assigned systems.
- Ensure consistency in operational characteristics across documentation.
- Mentor and train junior engineering staff.
- Develop experiment requirements, perform designs, and support fabrication, inspection, assembly, and testing.
- Lead the design and development of experimental setups and support post-irradiation examination (PIE) of irradiated test fuel.
- Serve as design engineer for fueled test train fabrication tasks.
- Develop project-specific documentation and check drawings.
- Other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- Level 3: Bachelor’s in engineering or mechanical engineering or other related field from an ABET accredited institution and 5 years experience. Master’s and 2 years experience.
- Level 4: Bachelor's in engineering or mechanical engineering or other related field from an ABET accredited institution and 9 years of experience. Master's and 6 years of experience.
- Relevant experience includes demonstrated experience with the development and maintenance of systems/equipment, performing calculations, and evaluating design specifications. Demonstrated experience with fabrication, construction, assembly, and procurement that aligns with design specifications.
- The position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Energy "L" clearance, which requires US Citizenship.
Qualifications
- Advanced degree in mechanical engineering or a directly related field from an ABET-accredited institution.
- Experience in machine design, robotics, and related control systems.
- Experience in fabrication and fabrication techniques.
Skills
- Strong knowledge of mechanical, chemical, and electrical systems.
- Proficiency in design methodologies and best practices.
- Ability to develop and maintain systems/equipment, perform calculations, and evaluate design specifications.
- Experience with fabrication, construction, assembly, and procurement.
- Excellent problem-solving and technical writing skills.
Benefits
The pay range for this position is: Level 3 ($95,256 - $195,288)/ Level 4 ($114,360 - $234,336). At Idaho National Laboratory compensation decisions are determined using factors such as education, relevant experience, and other credentials.
Pay and Schedule
The pay range for this position is: Level 3 ($95,256 - $195,288)/ Level 4 ($114,360 - $234,336).
This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Energy "L" clearance, which requires US Citizenship.
The Ideal Candidate Will Possess Advanced degree in mechanical engineering or a directly related field from an ABET-accredited institution.
Experience in machine design, robotics, and related control systems.
Experience in fabrication and fabrication techniques.
Benefits
- 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
Physical Requirements
- 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 35 pounds without assistance.
- Sufficient visual acuity and hearing capacity to perform the essential functions and interact with the public is required.
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.
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
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