Facility System Engineer - Engineer II (Mechanical Engineer)

Mission Support & Test Services, LLC (MSTS)•Mercury, NV

1d•$83,075 - $124,613•Onsite

About The Position

Performs duties as a Facility System Engineer (Engineer II) at the Principal Underground Laboratory for Subcritical Experimentation (PULSE), an underground nuclear facility in the forward areas at the Nevada National Security Site (NNSS). The position initially supports the design, construction, turnover, and commissioning of two new PULSE testbeds, then transitions into the PULSE Facility Engineering group as the original Subject Matter Expert/Cognizant System Engineer for one or more systems developed as part of the testbeds. Potential systems include cranes/load handling, chilled water/HVAC, refuge stations, and fire protection. The engineer supports project commissioning and readiness, develops and maintains engineering and operational documentation, and provides cognizant system engineering support for facility operations and maintenance. The role includes system configuration management, inspections and surveillance, system health assessments, design and technical analysis, procurement specifications, coordination with internal departments and outside vendors, and monitoring the work of technicians and support personnel. The primary work location is the Nevada National Security Site, approximately 65 miles northwest of Las Vegas, Nevada. The schedule is four 10-hour days, Monday through Thursday, subject to change. A pre-placement physical examination, including a drug screen, is required. The position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a DOE Q-level security clearance and is subject to federal background investigation and drug testing.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in an ABET-accredited engineering program for Civil, Mechanical, or Electrical engineering (including examples such as Nuclear or Aerospace engineering); or a calculus-based STEM bachelor’s degree in engineering; or a Professional Engineer license.
At least 2 years of relevant experience. Skill-building experience must demonstrate deeper technical specialization or additional cross-disciplinary knowledge; graduate research experience may be recognized.
Knowledge of how other disciplines’ codes and standards affect the candidate’s discipline.
Ability to qualify as a System Engineer, Cognizant System Engineer as defined in DOE Order 420.1C, Design Authority, Unreviewed Safety Question preparer, and developer and processor of Commercial Grade Dedications.
Demonstrated desire to learn and innovate.
Demonstrated ability to follow instructions and procedures.
Knowledge of hoists such as bridge cranes, refuge stations, fire protection systems, mechanical systems such as chilled water or compressed air, and/or electromechanical components.
Self-motivation and ability to complete assigned tasks with minimal supervision.
Excellent oral and written communication skills, including the ability to write reports and technical documents.
Valid driver’s license.
Ability to obtain and maintain a DOE Q-level security clearance; U.S. citizenship and being at least 18 years old are required for the clearance.
Successful completion of required pre-employment drug testing and background reviews, and eligibility for access to classified matter; subsequent reinvestigations are required. A counterintelligence evaluation, potentially including a polygraph examination, may also be required.
Pass a pre-placement physical examination, including a drug screen.

Nice To Haves

Strong time-management skills.
Good organizational skills and safe work habits.
Broad technical interests and education.

Responsibilities

Support line item projects developing new testbeds, including commissioning and readiness activities.
Develop System Design Descriptions, Functional Classification Documents, system maintenance requirements, operating procedures, acceptance test plans, and similar documentation.
Compile and review turnover documentation and participate in design and safety basis reviews and acceptance tests.
Maintain overall cognizance of assigned facility systems and provide cognizant system engineering support for operations and maintenance.
Provide technical support for line management safety responsibilities to ensure continued system operational readiness.
Validate the physical configuration of assigned systems and maintain and update system documents for Configuration Management.
Understand assigned systems’ functions and performance criteria under the Safety Basis and act as their subject matter expert.
Conduct or oversee in-service inspections and execution of Technical Surveillance Requirements for assigned systems.
Identify and help implement technical requirements for maintaining systems, structures, and components.
Assess assigned systems and report system health status to management.
Contribute to solutions for assignment-related problems and issues using established standards, practices, procedures, and technical knowledge.
Participate in developing field programs and designs using predetermined principles and practices.
Select and implement computer applications for the engineering field.
Prepare or contribute to designs, strategies, reports, and technical proposals.
Perform design and technical analysis using prescribed codes and standards, computer software, and generally accepted best management practices.
Coordinate discipline information with internal departments and outside vendors, and obtain relevant information from vendors as needed.
Develop a working knowledge of codes and standards from other disciplines.
Coordinate discipline work on moderately complex projects and serve as a member of work teams.
Define procurement specifications and initiate purchase requests.
Monitor the work of skilled technicians and other support personnel.

Benefits

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Pension
401(k)
Paid time off
96 hours of paid holidays
Relocation assistance for employees located more than 75 miles from the work location
Tuition assistance and reimbursement
Competitive salaries and benefits packages