University of Missouri-Columbia · 2 weeks ago
MURR Reactor Engineer II
Columbia, MO
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$90K/yr - $100K/yr
2+ years expThe University of Missouri Research Reactor (MURR) is expanding its critical cancer-fighting and medical isotope production and is seeking an Engineer II. This role involves providing innovative solutions for reactor facility projects, performing detailed designs, and maintaining infrastructure systems.
Education
Responsibilities
Perform detailed designs, with full documentation, of new prototype equipment and systems, and performing modifications, and changes to the reactor, facility infrastructure, research, and service equipment
Infrastructure maintenance of mechanical, electrical, HVAC, and other utility systems. This involves conducting periodic facility/system inspections and making assessments to determine repair and modification requirements and developing procedures and plans for project implementation, as necessary
Maintain familiarity with various codes, guidelines and requirements issued by the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC), National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and Building Officials and Code Administrators Intonational (BOCA) etc
Interface with both internal and external customers and follows a project through the entire process, from conception to final installation and commissioning
Writing the standard operating procedure for installed systems
Work with Campus Facilities to complete maintenance projects on time, while maintaining safety and regulatory compliance
Work with external vendors and contractors either as member of a team
Collaborating with Project Managers for proper allocation and tracking of resources
Preparing procedures, reports and other documentation of projects, project updates, and other critical analysis as necessary
Testing and documenting design prototypes before final construction and installation
Mentoring and teaching for new engineers to develop their skills
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in related/relevant area and at least 2 years of experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired is necessary
Must be available for reliable and consistent onsite work
Successful candidates will be persuasive communicators with exceptional organizational and time management skills
Demonstrate durable skills: leadership, character, collaboration, communication, creativity, critical thinking, metacognition, mindfulness, growth mindset, and fortitude
Customer service, confidentiality, integrity, and a commitment to university values in their activities
Preferred
Knowledge of structural mechanics, fluid mechanics, machine design, and HVAC systems
Excellent analytical and computational skills
Advanced problem solving skills
Creative and innovative thinking
Commercial awareness, including understanding of target user and market
Proficiency with CAD software specifically Solidworks, AutoCAD etc
Possession of a professional engineers license is a plus
Earned Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent with a minimum of five years post graduate experience
Benefits
Medical, dental and vision plans
Retirement
Paid time off
Short- and long-term disability
Paid parental leave
Paid caregiver leave
Educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses
Company
University of Missouri-Columbia
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