National Reactor Innovation Center (NRIC) Test Bed Electrical Engineer

Description

Idaho National Laboratory is hiring a Test Bed Electrical 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 provide electrical engineering to support the design, construction, and testing of a National Reactor Innovation Center (NRIC) reactor experiment test bed. You will apply engineering principles to electrical systems and electrical power transmission and distribution as they relate to test bed design activities. Collaborate with associated engineering professions to ensure the development of integrated systems to promote safe,, reliable delivery of power to the end-user. Work with reactor experiment projects that are planning to use the NRIC test bed.

Responsibilities Include:

• Work with a diverse team of scientists and engineers on a reactor experiment test bed.
• 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.
• Apply electrical engineering theories and principles to develop designs for secure, sustainable,, robust, or reliable electrical power systems to support operating a test bed for reactor experiments.
• Apply sound engineering principles in the development of electrical power-related systems to support operating a test bed for reactor experiments.
• Collaborate with project team to develop functional and operation requirements, system design descriptions, and test procedures for equipment.
• Use digital engineering tools to the maximum extent possible for design completion.
• Collaborate with project team in developing system alternatives and analyze alternatives to ensure program requirements are met.
• Establish and maintain configuration management of assigned system(s) while maintaining existing drawings and databases.
• Create design of experiments including data acquisition, data collection in laboratory, and appropriate data reduction as dictated by project needs.
• Mentor junior engineers and other technical personnel in appropriate test procedures, maintenance, and laboratory activities.
• May be responsible for all electrical engineering aspects of project work, including identifying the equipment, services, space, personnel, work controls., required to complete given projects.
• May direct others or work directly with equipment vendors to diagnose and repair malfunctions and design and specify new equipment to meet customer requirements.
• May direct and execute the application design, set-up, and basic operation of complex high power and high voltage equipment and systems.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

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

The Ideal Candidate Will Have the Following:

• Experience in R&D, systems engineering, and electrical power systems.
• Diagnostic experience with controller area networks.
• Experience working with high-risk equipment, safety requirements, and procedures.
• Familiarity with electrical engineering, instrumentation and control, and software systems applicable to the design and operation of experimental processes.

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.

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