National Reactor Innovation Center (NRIC) Applied Mechanics Engineer

Description

Idaho National Laboratory is hiring a Applied Mechanics Engineer to work in our Reactor Project Engineering department. Our team works a 4x10 schedule located out of our Materials and Fuels Complex with every Friday off.

You will apply engineering principles to analysis, modeling, and simulation of structural and mechanical systems for the National Reactor Innovation Center (NRIC) test beds that will be used to support reactor experiments. Perform linear and nonlinear, static and dynamic analysis of such factors as stress, force, vibration, and material plasticity. Compare results to the provisions of governing codes, standards, and orders. Perform dynamic seismic analysis of structures, systems, and components, including soil-structure interaction analyses.

Responsibilities Include:

• Work with a diverse team of scientists and engineers on a test bed for reactor experiments.
• Decompose project goals into defined and controlled design requirements using a systems engineering approach and applying digital engineering tools for tracking requirements and design parameters.
• Use design methodologies, technologies, and processes which are best practice for the technical discipline to develop a design, and to validate that the design meets defined requirements.
• Provide support to design teams in development of alternatives analysis, equipment selection and sizing, vendor equipment summaries and evaluations, specifications, drawings, supporting analysis and calculations, and engineering design files.
• Perform structural mechanics designs including evaluations/analyses of the behavior of structures, systems and components under normal operating conditions, natural phenomena hazards, and accident conditions to support operating advanced nuclear reactors. Provide support to Safety Analysis through simulation of postulated accidents and their structural/mechanical consequences.
• Document the design (controlled and approved models, drawings, specifications, and design descriptions) to establish conformance with design requirements and applicable codes and standards. Document analyses observing approved engineering process requirements.
• Have expertise in ASME, ASCE, and other mechanical and structural codes and their relationship to DOE requirements for various safety class systems.
• Perform calculations and develop models to investigate nonlinear behavior of nuclear facilities and systems to seismic ground motion and advanced nonlinear site response analysis technics
• Work both in isolation and as a member of a team. Provide input in a constructive manner to others while maintaining a positive and professional relationship
• Support our business planning efforts. Be a advisor to management in area of technical expertise. May be spokesperson to customer in area of expertise.
• Supply leadership, peer review, checking, and consultation to fellow engineers. Be primary author on professional technical reports and presentations. Advise on capability enhancement for lab-wide structural engineering service.
• Mentor junior staff and provide detailed checking and independent peer review of others' work.
• May review work and articles developed by professionals outside the Laboratory. May serve on national professional technical committees. Author literary publications, present papers at national meetings, and develop intellectual property when applicable. Suggest capability enhancement and business strategy directions to manager.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

• Level 3: Bachelor's in civil, structural, or mechanical engineering or other related fields from an ABET-accredited institution and 5 years, Master's and 2 years, PhD and 2 years.
• Level 4: Bachelor's in civil, structural, or mechanical engineering or other related fields from an ABET-accredited institution and 9 years of experience. Master's and 6 years of experience. PhD and 4 years of experience.
• Relevant experience commensurate with level.
• This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Energy "Q" clearance, which requires US Citizenship.

Job Information:

• The pay range for this position is: Level 3 ($91,008 - $186,588 ) / Level 4 ($109,260 - $223,908). At Idaho National Laboratory compensation decisions are determined using factors such as education, relevant experience, and other credentials.
• You are required to show a demonstrated commitment to valuing diversity and contributing to an inclusive working environment.
• TDP: This is a testing designated position; you will be required to submit to a pre-employment drug screen and periodic drug testing throughout the term of your employment.
• Multi-Level: This is a multi-level posting and you will be placed at the appropriate level dependent on depth and breadth of proven experience and skills.

Benefits and Relocation

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401(k) with a 4.2% employer contribution and up to 4.8% match
• Paid time off (personal leave)
• Employee Education Program (tuition assistance)
• Comprehensive Relocation Package
• Benefit eligibility subject multiple factors, including employment status and position classification.

INL is a science-based, applied engineering national laboratory dedicated to supporting the U.S. Department of Energy's mission in nuclear energy research, science, and national defense. With more than 5,800 scientists, researchers, and support staff, the laboratory works with national and international governments, universities and industry partners to discover new science and development technologies that underpin the nation's nuclear and renewable energy, national security, and environmental missions.

Selective Service Requirements To be eligible for employment at INL males born after December 31, 1959 must have registered with the Selective Service System (SSS). For more information see www.sss.gov.

Equal Employment Opportunity Idaho National Laboratory (INL) is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. It is the policy of INL to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Women and People of Color are strongly encouraged to apply.

Reasonable Accommodation We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

Other Information When applying to positions please provide a resume and answer all questions on the following screens. Applicants, who fail to provide a resume or answer the questions, may be deemed ineligible for consideration.

INL does not accept resumes from third-party vendors unsolicited.