Y-12 National Security Complex · 16 hours ago
Manufacturing Process Engineer
Multnomah County, OR
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid, Senior Level
3+ years expY-12 National Security Complex is seeking a Manufacturing Process Engineer to function as the Subject Matter Expert on weapon operation processes. The role involves developing, maintaining, and leading implementation of weapon processes, ensuring compliance with specifications, and resolving technical issues impacting production and quality.
ManufacturingProfessional ServicesSecurity
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Process Engineers function as the Subject Matter Expert (SME) on weapon operation processes and associated procedures
They perform duties and tasks that are vital to ensuring the reliability and integrity of the nation's nuclear weapons stockpile
Process Engineers develop, maintain, and lead implementation of new weapon processes and changes on existing weapon processes
Process Engineers perform process studies and evaluations and lead efforts to resolve technical issues that may impact production, quality, efficiency, capability, and capacity
They participate and advise in training to operations personnel and maintain technical content in work control documents such as process descriptions and/or product specifications
They ensure weapon operation processes comply with customer specifications and requirements, including Design Agency requirements and safety basis requirements
Process Engineers are responsible for achieving approval for readiness assessments on new processes, including supervision during the conduct of start-up plans and ensure tests are conducted as written
Position may support machining, fabrication, metalworking, or warehousing/transportation (supply chain) operations in a production environment
Operations include both traditional and modern processes for manufacturing, machining, melting, alloying, forming, welding, rolling, and heat-treating various materials and metals
Qualification
Required
Bachelor of Science in Engineering/Physical Science [Chemistry, Physics, or related] from an Engineering Accreditation Commission (EAC) Accreditation Board of Engineering and Technology (ABET) accredited program in the United States or designated equivalents from Canada or Mexico, the Washington Accord, or the list of substantially equivalent as documented by ABET
OR MS in Engineering /Physical science
OR PhD in Engineering /Physical science
There is a minimum Grade Point Average (GPA) requirement up to 4 years post-graduation at time of offer and confirmed by transcript. Beyond four years from graduation, engineering experience will supersede GPA as a requirement for hire
+ 3.0/4.0 minimum cumulative GPA for Bachelor degree
+ 3.3 minimum cumulative GPA for Master degree
+ 3.5 minimum cumulative GPA for PhD
In addition, the applicant must meet the requirements of DOE O 426.2A (i.e., Baccalaureate in engineering or related scientific major 2 years job-related, and 1-year nuclear experience; or a DOE O 426.2A alternative). DOE 426.2A experience requirements can be satisfied following employment. In the interim, newly hired personnel will not be assigned duties that could impact the safety basis of nuclear facilities
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
This position may require entry into the Material Access Areas (MAA) and participation in the Human Reliability Program (10 C.F.R. Part 712), which requires successful competition of a DOE counterintelligence evaluation and may include a counterintelligence-scope polygraph examination
This position may be categorized as a 'designated position' identified by 10 C.F.R. Part 709, requiring successful completion of a DOE counterintelligence evaluation that may include a counterintelligence-scope polygraph examination
CNS 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
All employees are subject to being randomly selected for drug testing without advance notification
Preferred
Bachelor of Science in Engineering (Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Material Science/Metallurgical Engineering) with manufacturing experience of at least 5 year
Must demonstrate the ability to handle complex assignments and to have good oral and written communication skills
Must be willing to work in a production environment and be able to interact and communicate clearly with hourly employees as well as technical personnel and management
Requires significant amounts of time in production environments
Candidate must be capable of performing technical assignments requiring originality and exhibit independence in utilizing engineering knowledge and experience
Must be able to review and analyze data and use statistical process control techniques
Must be able to interpret mechanical drawings and dimensional inspection results per GD&T/ASME Y14.5
Experience preferred in one or more of the following: CNC machining/grinding, CNC programming, 3D modelling, sheet metal welding, hydroforming, deep drawing, casting, continuous improvement, etc
Previous experience in packing and shipping of hazardous materials (SNM) is highly preferred along with a general understanding of DOT requirements for compliant packaging processes and methodology; in addition, a broad knowledge of security and specialized facility operations is preferred
Benefits
Medical plan
Prescription drug plan
Vision plan
Dental plan
Employer matched 401(k) savings plan
Disability coverage
Education reimbursement
Company
Y-12 National Security Complex
Y-12 National Security Complex is a premier manufacturing facility.
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Jill A. Armstrong, CFCM
Program Coordinator, Strategic Partnership Projects
Mandy Parks, SHRM-SCP
Human Resources Business Partner
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