Pantex Plant · 5 hours ago
Process Engineer
Amarillo, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years expPantex Plant is focused on safeguarding national security through innovative engineering solutions. They are seeking a Senior Associate Process Engineer who will serve as a Subject Matter Expert on weapon operation processes, responsible for developing and improving weapons assembly and testing processes to ensure compliance with safety and operational standards.
IndustrialMachinery Manufacturing
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Process Engineers provide estimates and manufacturability design input to Program Management and Product Realization teams
They interface with Product Engineers and design laboratories to ensure receipt of producible product requests
Coordinating and executing the writing, editing, and revising of Operating Procedures in accordance with Design Agency drawings, specifications, technical papers, reports, and other documentation
Coordinating verification and validation of documents with technical and operations personnel prior to release for approval and implementation
Recommending, preparing, and maintaining operating procedures and historical information
Acting as technical and project lead for weapon system
Leading and implementing change throughout Pantex and Nuclear Weapons Complex
Interacting with organizations across the Nuclear Weapons Complex
Presenting information clearly and effectively through the oral and written word
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in an engineering/science discipline with a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience
OR a Master's degree in an engineering/science discipline
OR a PhD in an engineering/science discipline
In addition to the above requirements, the applicant must also meet the requirements of DOE O 426.2A (i.e., Baccalaureate in engineering or related science, 2 years job-related and at least 1 year nuclear experience, or a DOE O 426.2A alternative). DOE O 426.2A experience requirements can be satisfied following employment
Requires a Q clearance; however all qualified candidates will be considered regardless of their current clearance status
The ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Energy Q clearance is required
Position may require entry into Materials Access Areas (MAA) and participation in the Human Reliability Program (HRP)
If HRP is required, candidate must complete a counterintelligence-scope polygraph, pursuant to 10 CFR 709
Medical requirements may apply
Pantex is a drug-free workplace
Candidates accepting a job offer will be required to pass a pre-placement physical, drug screening and background investigation
As an employee, you may be required to receive and maintain a security clearance from the United States Department of Energy in order to meet eligibility requirements for access to sensitive information or matter
U.S. citizenship is a requirement for security clearance applicants
Preferred
Bachelor's degree in engineering or a related field from an Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET) accredited program in the United States or designated equivalents thru ABET Mutual Recognition Agreements (MRA)
OR a Bachelor's degree in science
A minimum Grade Point Average (GPA) is preferred for up to four years post-graduation, confirmed by transcript at the time of offer. Beyond four years from graduation, relevant experience will supersede GPA in hiring considerations
Bachelor's degree with a minimum 3.0/4.0 cumulative GPA
Master's degree with a minimum 3.3/4.0 cumulative GPA
PhD with a minimum 3.5/4.0 cumulative GPA
Knowledgeable in respective technical standards, principles, theories, concepts, and techniques
Demonstrated technical capabilities, leadership, and work ethic
Ability to work in a project team environment and communicate well with other disciplines, customers, and stakeholders
Ability to follow procedures and work within a rigorous work process
Ability to estimate, plan, and track progress for preparation of discipline deliverables
Good written and oral communications skills
Capable of handling classified information
Benefits
Comprehensive health coverage
Robust retirement planning
Opportunities for continuous learning through education reimbursement
Company
Pantex Plant
Pantex Plant is the nation's primary facility for the final assembly, dismantlement, & maintenance of nuclear weapons.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Caleb Heltenberg
Program Manager, Technology Transfer | University and Industrial Partnerships
William Lindley, SHRM-SCP
Human Resources Business Partner
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