Electrical, Instrumentation, and Controls Engineer

Oak Ridge National Laboratory•Oak Ridge, TN

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About The Position

The Advanced Engineering Technologies (AET) Group is seeking a dedicated an Electrical, Instrumentation, and Controls Engineer to support our organization. The position will involve system architecture, design, implementation, and testing including hands on work in a research and development atmosphere. Projects will also include maintenance and upgrades to existing systems. AET resides within the Nuclear Nonproliferation Division (NND) at Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL). The NND is a division operating within the National Security Sciences Directorate. NND staff contributes world class research, technology development, risk assessment, and systems analysis related to nonproliferation and counterproliferation. The division activities play a vital role in implementation of national policy issues that strive to ensure global nuclear security. One of the major focus areas of the AET group is the development of advanced approaches to operation, characterization, and analysis of nuclear fuel cycle processes. The group specializes in the application of engineering principles supporting the characterization of processes and related materials. The AET group collaborates and works with staff from other groups within NND and ORNL to assure the full expertise of fuel cycle processes are applied to meet sponsor needs.

Requirements

B.S. in Electrical Engineering or related field, and a minimum of 5 years related experience; a M.S. in Electrical Engineering or related field, and a minimum of 4 years of related experience
Experience leading teams in the design of the EIC system of a plant or process
Demonstrated expertise in facility and or pilot plant design of electrical or I&C systems with hands on experience to include: PLC Systems and hard wired analog control systems Development of electrical engineering design packages Generation of the automation scope and requirements for projects The design of control panels, motor panels and HMI panels The design of control and information networks The development of panel/system IO list(s) Design and manufacturing of multilayer circuit board designs for unique applications
Proven communication skills
The ability to work flexible hours and travel
This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Secret Compartmental Investigation (SCI) clearance from the Department of Energy. As such, this position is a Workplace Substance Abuse (WSAP) testing designated position. WSAP positions require passing a pre-placement drug test and participation in an ongoing random drug testing program. In addition, due the SCI, you may also be subject to random polygraph testing.

Nice To Haves

Demonstrated expertise in custom electronics, and I&C systems with hands on experience to include: <li>Design of power, lighting, communications, and fire alarm systems Generation of arc flash studies
Experience in an R&D and/or testing environment
Experience in building new test stands or processes via an in-house design/build and acceptance testing process or via design/build procurement pathways
AutoCAD or Solidworks Electrical experience
Experience in the calibration and maintenance of instrumentation
TS/SCI Clearance

Responsibilities

Participate in the design, fabrication, assembly, and operation of experimental test stands.
Oversee maintaining the power and/or instrumentation and controls systems of new or existing test hardware as well as leading the architecture, design, fabrication/build, and commissioning of new systems.
Contributor to R&D projects that involve electro-mechanical systems and integrated data acquisition systems.
Effectively interact with various ORNL staff as well as internal and external sponsors.
Work in a team environment with co-workers and management as well as independently
Fully document work performed in the forms of technical reports, papers, and presentations
Participate in the development of research proposals.
Interface with principal investigators, management, engineers, fabricators, modelers, and test campaign personnel.

Benefits

ORNL offers competitive pay and benefits programs to attract and retain individuals who demonstrate exceptional work behaviors.
The laboratory provides a range of employee benefits, including medical and retirement plans and flexible work hours, to support the well-being of you and your family.
Employee amenities such as on-site fitness, banking, and cafeteria facilities are also available for added convenience.
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