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Irradiation Engineer
Location:
Oak Ridge, TN
Description:
Requisition Id12799 Overview: The Irradiation Engineering (IE) Group within the Fuel Development Section of the Nuclear Energy and Fuel Cycle Division at Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) seeks applications for an applied technical staff position, with emphasis in the area of irradiation engineering. A central mission of the IE Group is to design, fabricate, and build irradiation capsules to support characterization of fluence:resistant structural materials and improved nuclear fuel for customers within the US Department of Energy, the Nuclear Regulatory Commission, the Department of Defense, and other government and private organizations. We provide a meaningful combination of sophisticated analytical analysis, experiment development, and hands:on fabrication skills. We are looking for someone that can conceptualize and develop experiments for the purpose of irradiating sophisticated structural materials and fuels. This includes thermal, structural, and neutronic design, management of fabrication and irradiation steps, and hands:on support to the experiment assembly process. For information about the Irradiation Engineering Group of the Nuclear Energy and Fuel Cycle Division, our web site at: ornl.gov/group/ieg. Information about the Nuclear Energy and Fuel Cycle Division is available from: ornl.gov/division/nefc.Major Duties/Responsibilities: :Develop designs using modern computer aided design tools.:Perform thermal and structural analyses using commercial finite element software such as ANSYS.:Perform safety analyses to ensure safe experiment operation.:Calculate nuclear heating rates using codes such as MCNP, SCALE, etc.;:Manage and assist in the fabrication of experiments, and tracking experiments as they are irradiated.:Utilize analytical, design, and managerial skills to optimally complete assigned projects.:Collaborate with staff members inside and outside the IE Group and work on projects in a team environment, as well as independently.:Develop creative design solutions, perform thermal/structural and neutronic analyses, fully document work performed, and effectively interface with project sponsors.:Contribute, along with other group members, writing new proposals and providing cost estimates for projects.Basic Qualification :A BS and 2+ years of relevant experience, or a MS and 1+ year of relevant experience.:Degree area should be in nuclear engineering, mechanical engineering, or physics.Preferred Qualifications :Experience designing and executing experiments and experiment components.:Experience working in a mechanical laboratory environment.:Experience using finite element (e.g., ANSYS) or finite difference methods and software for solving thermal/structural problems.:Background and experience in thermal:hydraulics analysis methods.:Experience using neutronics codes such as MCNP and the SCALE code system.:Experience using modern computer aided design software such as Creo and Solidworks.:Experience working on projects in a nuclear or other high:qualification environment.:A proficiency in the application of design methods and experimental techniques.:Problem:solving skills and a willingness those skills to a variety of problems.:Excellent verbal, presentation, and writing skills are required to enable effective interaction with technical peers, program managers, and sponsors.Special Requirements:Work involves various physical requirements and working conditions. As such, a pre:hire physical will be required after offer. This position requires the ability to acquire and maintain a clearance from the Department of Energy. U.S. Citizenship is a requirement. This position is a Workplace Substance Abuse (WSAP) testing designated position. WSAP positions require passing a pre:placement drug test and participation in an ongoing random drug testing program.About Fusion and Fission Energy and Science Directorate:The Fusion and Fission Energy and
Industry:
Manufacturing
Posted:
May 7 on Tip Top Job
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