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Oak Ridge National Laboratory · 2 weeks ago

Nuclear Electrical, Instrumentation and Controls Engineer

Oak Ridge, TN

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

5+ years exp

Oak Ridge National Laboratory is seeking an Electrical, Instrumentation, and Controls Engineer to join their Systems Engineering, Design and Fabrication Group within the Research Reactors Division. The role involves designing and modifying reactor instrumentation loops and control systems, providing technical support for maintenance activities, and analyzing reactor system performance.

Advanced MaterialsClean EnergyEnergyEnergy ManagementManufacturingNuclearRenewable Energy

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Support the design, modification, and documentation of reactor structures, systems, and components

Apply relevant codes and standards, such as DOE Orders, ASME, ICC, IEEE, etc

Assist with field implementation, testing, and project execution for engineering modifications

Provide technical support for troubleshooting equipment issues and developing corrective and preventive maintenance activities

Develop work instructions and provide guidance to craft personnel during maintenance and field work

Perform operability assessments and support investigations of abnormal events or equipment issues

Monitor system performance, review maintenance and reliability data, and help identify equipment or system vulnerabilities

Follow environmental, safety, health, and quality program requirements to promote a safe working environment

Deliver ORNL’s mission by aligning behaviors, priorities, and interactions with our core values of Impact, Integrity, Teamwork, Safety, and Service. Promote equal opportunity by fostering a respectful workplace – in how we treat one another, work together, and measure success

Qualification

Electrical engineeringInstrumentationControlsNuclear facility experienceTechnical specificationsRegulatory programs knowledgeProject managementTroubleshooting skillsTeamworkCommunication skills

Required

A BS in electrical engineering or related field and a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in design/systems engineering

Experience developing and interpreting requirements and technical specifications

A strong understanding of reading and interpreting electrical design drawings including single lines and schematics

Preferred

Ten or more years of experience with electrical, instrumentation and control, or digital control systems at a nuclear facility

Familiarity with the regulatory programs which define the HFIR work environment, including DOE Orders pertaining to conduct of operation and maintenance, OSHA requirements, and IEEE standards

Familiarity with General Design Criteria for Nuclear Power Plants or General Design Specifications for HFIR

Ability to diagnose instrument problems and develop formal work package instructions for performance and documentation of repairs

Experience in the operation, calibration, and troubleshooting of radiation monitors and sensors, experience with flow instrumentation, and familiarity with environmental and process monitoring systems, including temperature, pressure, and level sensors used in nuclear facilities

Experience in project management, leading maintenance tasks, procedure development, procurement of materials, and equipment analysis is desired

Familiarity with instrumentation loops associated with reactor safety systems that include power supplied, recorders, trip comparators and isolators

Working knowledge of the National Electrical Code, NFPA 70E and NFPA 70B