Y-12 National Security Complex · 17 hours ago
Process/System Engineer
Multnomah County, OR
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid, Senior Level
2+ years expY-12 National Security Complex is a key player in supporting missions vital to national and global security. They are looking for a Process/System Engineer who will coordinate configuration management activities, assess system performance, and ensure compliance with safety requirements for weapon operation processes.
ManufacturingProfessional ServicesSecurity
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
As a Cognizant System Engineer/Technical Authority for assigned systems, coordinates configuration management activities, assesses system health and performance, and provides overall technical responsibility for plant system operability and maintenance activities
Works in conjunction with the Configuration Management program for the assigned system(s)
Prepares configuration control/design change packages for tasks; evaluates the impact of proposed changes and/or modifications to approved safety authorization bases for facilities; and performs troubleshooting and improvement activities
Applies the systems and equipment expertise needed to resolve technical system and equipment issues in cooperation with other related disciplines
Process Engineers function as the Subject Matter Expert (SME) on weapon operation processes and associated procedures
They perform duties and tasks that are vital to ensuring the reliability and integrity of the nation's nuclear weapons stockpile
Process Engineers ensure weapon operation processes comply with customer specifications and requirements, including Design Agency requirements and safety basis requirements
Process Engineers are responsible for achieving approval for readiness assessments on new processes, including supervision during the conduct of start-up plans and ensure tests are conducted as written
They develop, maintain, and lead implementation of new weapon processes and changes on existing weapon processes
Process Engineers performs process studies and evaluations and lead efforts to resolve technical issues that may impact production, quality, efficiency, capability, and capacity
They participate and advise in training to operations personnel and maintain process description and work procedure documents
Qualification
Required
Bachelor of Science in Engineering/Physical Science [Chemistry, Physics, or related] from an Engineering Accreditation Commission (EAC) Accreditation Board of Engineering and Technology (ABET) accredited program in the United States or designated equivalents from Canada or Mexico, the Washington Accord, or the list of substantially equivalent as documented by ABET. OR MS in Engineering/Physical science. OR PhD in Engineering/Physical science
There is a minimum Grade Point Average (GPA) requirement up to 4 years post-graduation at time of offer and confirmed by transcript. Beyond four years from graduation, engineering experience will supersede GPA as a requirement for hire
+ 3.0/4.0 minimum cumulative GPA for Bachelor degree
+ 3.3 minimum cumulative GPA for Master degree
+ 3.5 minimum cumulative GPA for PhD
In addition, the applicant must meet the requirements of DOE O 426.2A (i.e., Baccalaureate in engineering or related scientific major 2 years job-related, and 1-year nuclear experience; or a DOE O 426.2A alternative). DOE 426.2A experience requirements can be satisfied following employment. In the interim, newly hired personnel will not be assigned duties that could impact the safety basis of nuclear facilities
Requires a Q clearance; however all qualified candidates will be considered regardless of their current clearance status. The ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Energy Q clearance is required
Position may require entry into Materials Access Areas (MAA) and participation in the Human Reliability Program (HRP). If HRP is required, candidate must complete a counterintelligence-scope polygraph, pursuant to 10CFR 709. Medical requirements may apply
CNS is a drug-free workplace. Candidates accepting a job offer will be required to pass a pre-placement physical, drug screening and background investigation. As an employee, you may be required to receive and maintain a security clearance from the United States Department of Energy in order to meet eligibility requirements for access to sensitive information or matter. U.S. citizenship is a requirement for security clearance applicants
Preferred
Bachelor of Science in Engineering (Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Material Science/Metallurgical Engineering) with manufacturing experience ranging from two to seven years
Must demonstrate the ability to handle complex assignments and to have good oral and written communication skills
Must be willing to work in a production environment and be able to interact and communicate clearly with hourly employees as well as technical personnel and management
Requires significant amounts of time in production environments
Candidate must be capable of performing technical assignments requiring originality and exhibit independence in utilizing engineering knowledge and experience
Must be able to review and analyze data and use statistical process control techniques
Must be able to interpret mechanical drawings and dimensional inspection results
Frequent use and application of technical standards, principles, theories, concepts, and techniques
Understanding of Conduct of Engineering, Conduct of Operations, and Conduct of Maintenance for facilities operating within a nuclear regulated environment
The ability to evaluate and provide feedback on new and proposed revisions to technical operating procedures, design drawings and requirements, and facility systems, structures, and components
Able to make informed decisions and support those decisions to peers and senior management
Benefits
Medical plan
Prescription drug plan
Vision plan
Dental plan
Employer matched 401(k) savings plan
Disability coverage
Education reimbursement
Onsite workout facilities
Onsite cafeterias
Company
Y-12 National Security Complex
Y-12 National Security Complex is a premier manufacturing facility.
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Jill A. Armstrong, CFCM
Program Coordinator, Strategic Partnership Projects
Mandy Parks, SHRM-SCP
Human Resources Business Partner
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