Oak Ridge National Laboratory · 18 hours ago
Group Leader, Manufacturing Process Engineering
Oak Ridge, TN
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
10+ years expOak Ridge National Laboratory is the largest US Department of Energy (DOE) science and energy laboratory, conducting basic and applied research to deliver transformative solutions to compelling problems in energy and security. The Manufacturing Process Engineering Group Leader will provide technical leadership and oversight for manufacturing processes, ensuring alignment with project goals and continuous improvement initiatives.
Advanced MaterialsClean EnergyEnergyEnergy ManagementManufacturingNuclearRenewable Energy
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Provide technical leadership and guidance to address the mission needs of ESED projects, identifying strategic equipment, software, tools, and processes to promote a high-performance culture
Originate and implement processes which allow the flexibility of safe and efficient R&D efforts complemented with the necessary rigor as projects transition into higher levels of technical maturity and manufacturing readiness
Be the technical leader and resource for group members when challenges arise
Ensure cross-functional teaming and group integration with upstream engineering and downstream manufacturing/procurement activities
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
Clearly communicate expectations, providing visibility of what successful looks like for roles within the group
Establish an environment where learning never stops, honest mistakes are treated as opportunities to learn, and challenges are welcomed to improve performance
Ensure individual performance goals are set, progress evaluated, and timely feedback is provided
Maintain visibility of Work Requests and Production Order demands, ensuring work in process is adequately supported (for both internal and external fabrication shops)
Manage group assignments to high performance standards by assessing project execution and being proactive in taking actions to correct or improve performance
Deliver manufacturing documentation outputs within communicated schedule guidance, ensuring that documentation is accurate, clear, and supports downstream work activities
Drive manufacturing process improvement and non-conformance request (NCR) reduction efforts
Support the development and implementation of ERP system and production order process control workflows
Review and approve manufacturing routings, process control sheets, technical process specifications, and inspection plans for R&D and small-scale production components
Establish standard processes to ensure manufacturing process control
Ensure inspection results provide evidence of meeting defined acceptance criteria
Align continuous improvement activities with Line Management, ESED Operations Manager, and Manufacturing Supervisors to promote efficient operations
Qualification
Required
BS degree in mechanical engineering or related discipline
A minimum of 10 years of relevant professional experience
A minimum of 3 years' experience in manufacturing process engineering
Demonstrated experience leading technical teams or projects
Machining, fabrication, or inspection experience and/or management
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of individuals in a diverse cross-functional community
Preferred
Active DOE Q Clearance
Relevant design or manufacturing experience with enrichment system technologies
Experience working in secure environments and ensuring protection of sensitive information
Successful execution of research and development or other large technology-based projects at ORNL or within the DOE complex
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
Benefits
Medical and retirement plans
Flexible work hours
Prescription Drug Plan
Dental Plan
Vision Plan
401(k) Retirement Plan
Contributory Pension Plan
Life Insurance
Disability Benefits
Generous Vacation and Holidays
Parental Leave
Legal Insurance with Identity Theft Protection
Employee Assistance Plan
Flexible Spending Accounts
Health Savings Accounts
Wellness Programs
Educational Assistance
Relocation Assistance
Employee Discounts
Company
Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Oak Ridge National Laboratory holds a range of R&D assignments, from fundamental nuclear physics to applied R&D on advanced energy systems.
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$9.8MKey Investors
US Department of Energy
2023-09-21Grant· $4.8M
2023-07-27Grant
2022-03-14Grant· $5M
Leadership Team
Arjun Shankar
Division Director, National Center for Computational Sciences, Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Brett Ellis
Division Director - Research Computing Support
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