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 at the Nevada National Security Site (NNSS). The role supports the capability of PULSE to execute national-level experiments that help ensure the nation’s nuclear weapons stockpile remains safe, secure, and effective.

Initially, the engineer will support design, construction, turnover, commissioning, and readiness activities for two new testbeds at PULSE. The role will then transition 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, such as cranes/load handling, chilled water/HVAC, refuge stations, or fire protection.

The position is based primarily at the NNSS, 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 that includes drug screening is required. Applicants must have a valid driver’s license and be able to obtain and maintain a DOE Q-level security clearance. Employment screening includes drug testing and background reviews; a federal investigation and subsequent reinvestigations are required for clearance eligibility, and a counterintelligence evaluation may also be required.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in an ABET-accredited engineering program for Civil, Mechanical, and Electrical engineering degrees (examples include Nuclear and Aerospace); 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.
• 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 one or more of the following: hoists such as bridge cranes, refuge stations, fire protection systems, mechanical systems such as chilled water or compressed air, electrical systems, instrumentation and control, 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 this clearance.
• Completion of required pre-employment drug testing and background screening, and eligibility for access to classified matter.

Nice To Haves

• Strong time-management skills.
• Well-organized work habits and safe work practices.
• 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 the functions and performance criteria of assigned systems under the Safety Basis and act as the subject matter expert for those systems.
• 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 of moderate scope and complexity, 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 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 other company departments and outside vendors, and obtain relevant information from vendors as needed.
• Develop a working knowledge of codes and standards in other disciplines.
• Coordinate work within the discipline on moderately complex projects and often serve as a member of work teams.
• Define procurement specifications and initiate purchase requests.
• Monitor work performed by skilled technicians and other support personnel.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level