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Oak Ridge National Laboratory · 23 hours ago

Senior Mechanical/Electrical Technician - Application Engineering

Tennessee (TN)

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

7+ years exp

Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) is a U.S. Department of Energy national laboratory focused on addressing pressing challenges. They are seeking a Senior Mechanical/Electrical Technician responsible for assembling, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing testbeds and systems that incorporate both electrical and mechanical components.

Advanced MaterialsClean EnergyEnergyEnergy ManagementManufacturingNuclearRenewable Energy

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Assemble, maintain, repair, and test electromechanical systems, including components, assemblies, and vacuum/gas-handling R&D testbeds across diverse research environments

Follow engineering drawings and both written and verbal instructions to assemble components and perform system testing

Utilize a variety of hand tools and R&D practices for assembling electromechanical systems and setting up mechanical testing equipment

Diagnose issues in testbeds and provide constructive feedback to engineers on design and implementation improvements

Monitor component and assembly testing, and report results to test engineers for analysis

Contribute to minor design tasks, including fabrication and assembly of test stands and systems, and assist in developing assembly procedures

Work effectively with personnel across ORNL, including principal investigators, engineers, fabricators, modelers, and test campaign teams

Embody ORNL’s core values—Impact, Integrity, Teamwork, Safety, and Service—through daily work and interactions

Qualification

Journeyman certificationPrecision measurement toolsMechanical systemsElectrical drawingsMechanical drawingsTechnical documentationAttention to detailTeam collaborationEffective communicationAdaptability

Required

AS degree in science or technical related fields and a minimum of 7 years of relevant experience. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered

Journeyman certification or equivalent in mechanical or electrical fields relevant to the role (or an equivalent combination of education and applicable experience)

Demonstrated ability to interpret written instructions, electrical/mechanical drawings, and technical procedures

Proficiency in using precision measurement tools

Strong attention to detail and manual dexterity

Willingness to learn new skills and adapt to evolving technical requirements

Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team

Professional demeanor and strong work ethic

Flexibility to work varied hours and travel as needed

Effective communication skills and ability to comprehend technical documentation

Capability to follow and help develop testing and assembly procedures

Competence in reading and interpreting engineering component and assembly drawings

Solid foundation in mathematics, science, mechanical systems, and logical reasoning

Preferred

Ability to lead projects on a scale of multiple millions of dollars in labor and material expenses

An AS degree in science or technical related field and a minimum of 10 years of relevant experience

A Mechanical Engineering degree with 5 years or more is highly desirable. This role will require significant hands-on experience in assembling and leading large projects that are typically greater than $2M+ for materials and labor

Excellent written and oral communication skills

Motivated self-starter with the ability to work independently and to participate creatively in collaborative teams across the laboratory

Ability to function well in a fast-paced research environment, set priorities to accomplish multiple tasks within deadlines, and adapt to ever changing needs