System Engineer, Level III

AIS, an Akima company, is a premier government contractor supporting the Department of Energy at the Y-12 National Security Complex in Oak Ridge, Tennessee and the Pantex Plant in Amarillo, Texas. Employees take day-to-day direction from Y-12 staff while receiving pay, benefits, and HR support from AIS.

About the role

This position is contingent upon contract award and funding. Applicants selected may be hired but cannot begin work until funding has been confirmed.

Qualified applicants must be a US citizen, at least 18 years of age, and able to meet pre-employment requirements including any required physicals, drug screen, and/or background investigation to satisfy clearance requirements from the Department of Energy.

Responsibilities

• Support new machining center installations and/or existing machining production operations through configuration management, paperwork, troubleshooting, and maintenance activities.
• Perform troubleshooting and improvement activities.
• Apply systems and equipment expertise to resolve technical issues in cooperation with other disciplines.
• Understand Conduct of Engineering, Conduct of Operations, and Conduct of Maintenance for facilities operating within a nuclear regulated environment.
• Interface effectively with clients, production and support organizations, management, and hourly wage employees.
• Work in a production environment; experience in Integrated Safety Management is a plus.

Requirements

• ABET-accredited BS degree in an Engineering discipline plus 5 or more years of relevant professional experience, or an MS degree in a relevant Engineering discipline.
• Machining experience required; additional experience preferred.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DOE Q clearance.
• Experience in a NRC or DOE regulated environment is desirable.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Skills

• Systems and equipment experience in mechanical and electrical systems preferred.

Special Requirements

• Pre-employment drug screen for external applicants.
• Job-related pre-placement medical examinations may be required.
• Participation in an ongoing random drug testing program (Workplace Substance Abuse Program).

Schedule

Monday–Thursday, 40 hours per week with potential for occasional overtime.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Competitive pay and growth opportunities.
• Excellent retirement options.