System Integrator - Technical Senior Staff Professional

Oak Ridge National Laboratory•Oak Ridge, TN

9d•Onsite

About The Position

The Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) is seeking a system integrator who will focus on the design, fabrication and function of laboratory furnaces, reactors and control systems including gas delivery and pneumatic controls. This position resides in the Ceramics and Ceramic Composites (CCC) Group, Materials Processing Science and Engineering (MPSE) Section of the Materials Science and Technology Division (MSTD), Physical Sciences Directorate (PSD). The individual will also interact and coordinate with other team members in other ORNL Research Divisions. As part of our research team, you will collaborate with senior technical staff who are world leaders in ceramic science and engineering through sponsorship from the US Department of Energy’s Transportation Technology Office as well as the National Nuclear Security Administration. Your role will be to provide a comprehensive understanding of the laboratory furnaces, reactors and control systems and integrate and help drive ongoing efforts to improve their performance and safety.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in material science and engineering, mechanical engineering, industrial engineering, or a related discipline
8-12 years of experience in gas detection and control systems
Experience with experimental, custom laboratory equipment construction and implementation
Supervision of crafts in a bargaining unit environment

Nice To Haves

Experienced with Rockwell Automation Studio 5000 PLC integrator training: RSLogix 5000 Level 4: Structured Text/Sequential Function Chart Programming, FactoryTalk View ME Graphical Terminal Programming, Studio 5000 Logix Designer, Micro800 & PanelView 800
Toyota lean manufacturing (TPS) or a related training
Gas detection and monitoring systems design as well as gas control systems
Festo CPX-A and CPX-I pneumatic and digital IO distributed control systems
Design of distributed control systems using IO-Link, Ethernet/IP, Modbus, and other industrial network protocols
Design of industrial control panels to UL-508A and UL-61010 standards
Electrical enclosure and system fabrication
Knowledge and proficiency of CVD and CVI system design and function
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Experience working with radiological materials
Motivated self-starter with the ability to work independently and to participate creatively in collaborative teams across the laboratory
Ability to function well in a fast-paced research environment, set priorities to accomplish multiple tasks within deadlines, and adapt to ever changing needs
Experience using tools such as 5 Whys and fishbone diagrams for root cause analysis
Familiarity with Software Quality Assurance requirements

Responsibilities

Demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of the design, fabrication, and function of: laboratory furnaces and control systems, laboratory gas delivery and pneumatic control systems, CVD and CVI systems
Proficiency with instrument metrology and calibration programs
Demonstrated ability to collaborate with staff and craft support
Coordinate task efforts within a highly collaborative environment of national laboratories, industry, and academic partners.
Documenting results where required.
Ensure compliance with environment, safety, health and quality program requirements.
Work with a variety of teams in addressing needs of multiple heat treatment and manufacturing processes.
Deliver ORNL’s mission by aligning behaviors, priorities, and interactions with our core values of Impact, Integrity, Teamwork, Safety, and Service. Promote equal opportunity by fostering a respectful workplace – in how we treat one another, work together, and measure success.