Senior Multidisciplined Engineer

Naval Nuclear Laboratory
parental leave, tuition assistance, 401(k)

Dec 20, 2024
About Us Working at the Naval Nuclear Laboratory we foster pride in belonging to an organization whose culture is made up of these core values: Trust, Empowerment, and Collaboration. Our company encourages diversity and inclusion in all its forms while ensuring the safety and reliability of our nation's naval nuclear reactors, and training the Sailors who operate those reactors in the U.S. Navy's submarines and aircraft carrier Fleets. Looking for a lifetime career Apply today! Job Description Naval Nuclear Laboratory (NNL) is seeking a multidisciplined engineer to join Radiochemistry. The radiochemistry unit at the Knolls Laboratory operates nuclear analysis and characterization laboratories to support radionuclide characterization. This role will serve an engineering capacity for the chemistry laboratory. In the engineering role, the professional will work with the nuclear/radiological engineering and laboratory equipment engineering community to develop and adapt right-sized radiological controls and tooling to execute routine and experimental work. Frequently, this will require challenging existing practices that require technical or physical adaptations to perform work with improved safety/ergonomics, efficiency, or technical accuracy. The chosen candidate will also participate in the NNL radiological improvements community providing focus and attention to local, corporate and NNPP-wide improvement efforts. This work will also require getting a Production Radiological Supervisor (PRS) qualification. The chosen candidate will work with the scientists to develop plans, obtain necessary documents and resources for successful first-time completion of radiological work. The PRS will facilitate the collaboration between the scientists and supporting technicians seeking pragmatic solutions to technical problems. They will be an integral member of the Knolls and/or Kesselring site emergency response team. The individual will work with radioactive material and wear dosimetry. Required Combination of Knowledge and Skill Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in engineering or science related field and 6 years of relevant experience; or Master's degree from an accredited college or university in engineering or science related field and 4 years of relevant experience; or Currently or previously Shift Supervisor Part I qualified; or EDO qualified and 2 years EOOW qualified in the Nuclear Operations Program; or 3 years SRE qualified and Water Instructor and Refueling Facility Area Refueling Engineer and Fuel and Barrier Shift Supervisor (ECF only); or SRE qualified and 6 years of experience. Preferred Skills Prior radiological work experience and qualifications (PRS, Engineer of Radiological Work (ERW), Radiological Controls Technician (RCT), Contamination Worker, and/or Radiation Worker) Experience with engineering design and implementation Experience with standard radiochemistry and analytical methods employed in chemistry Demonstrated experience leading improvement in the operations or radiological community Demonstrated ability to foster effective teaming environments, seeking different perspectives, collaboration and sharing information Proven ability to identify and resolve problems Experience with project management, and/or continuous improvement principles Compensation and Benefits Health, Dental, Vision & Voluntary Benefits Disability, Life & Accident Insurance 401(k) Savings program & Captial Accumulation Plan Personal & Medical Time Off Paid Parental Leave Flexible Work Schedules Tuition Assistance for Eligible Employees Student Debt Benefit Personal Time Off Sell Program Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Wellness Program Visit us online to view all NNL benefits! Pay Range $92,900.00 - $145,200.00 annually Salary information provided is a general guide line only. Annual salary is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations The Naval Nuclear Laboratory is operated for the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) by Fluor Marine Propulsion, LLC (FMP), a wholly owned subsidiary of Fluor Corporation. Naval Nuclear Laboratory personnel are FMP employees who work at four DOE facilities: Bettis Atomic Power Laboratory, Knolls Atomic Power Laboratory, Kenneth A. Kesselring Site, and Naval Reactors Facility, and at the U.S. Department of Defense-owned Nuclear Power Training Unit-Charleston. FMP employees also have an established presence at numerous shipyards and vendor locations. For nearly 70 years, the Naval Nuclear Laboratory has developed advanced nuclear propulsion technology, provided technical support, and trained world-class nuclear operators to ensure the safe and reliable operation of our nation's submarine and aircraft carrier Fleets. The Naval Nuclear Laboratory is a national asset solely dedicated to the Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program. We rely on the dedication and innovation of our nearly 8000 engineers, scientists, technicians, and support personnel. All candidates must be U.S. citizens. Applicants selected will be subject to a Federal background investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified matter. FMP is a government contractor and maintains a drug free workplace and workforce. All candidates must be able to pass a drug test in compliance with FMP company policy and 10 CFR 707. Marijuana is a Federal Schedule I controlled substance and illegal under Federal Law. Therefore, FMP is required to test for marijuana. Fluor Marine Propulsion is an Equal Opportunity Employer (Veterans/Disabilities) committed to workplace diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other criteria protected by federal, state, or local law. Apply Now