Engineer - Nuclear Reactor Program (NRP)

North Carolina State University

$65,000 - $70,000

United States, North Carolina, Raleigh

Nov 09, 2024

Posting Information

Posting Number	PG192834EP
Internal Recruitment	No
Working Title	Engineer - Nuclear Reactor Program (NRP)
Anticipated Hiring Range	$65,000 - $70,000
Work Schedule	Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Job Location	Raleigh, NC
Department	Department of Nuclear Engineering / Nuclear Reactor Program
About the Department	The Department of Nuclear Engineering offers undergraduate and graduate degrees in Nuclear Engineering. We are the only nuclear engineering program in the state of North Carolina and one of the premier departments in the southeast United States. Our purpose is to enhance, promote, and utilize the PULSTAR research reactor and associated facilities in an exemplary manner, leading to national recognition as a premier 1-MW Nuclear Reactor Program dedicated to research, teaching, and extension. The PULSTAR reactor facility is available for use by research faculty and staff within the UNC system or at other academic institutions, and by governmental agencies and industries in the State of North Carolina and the Nation. More information about the NCSU Department of Nuclear Engineering could be found in: http://www.ne.ncsu.edu/
Essential Job Duties	Work with Nuclear Reactor Program ( NRP) staff to support the mechanical/electrical design, engineering and maintenance needs of the PULSTAR reactor and associated facilities. Participate in the development of major facility systems and experimental instruments. Support major activities for infrastructure upgrades and R&D projects. Obtain status as a reactor operator (RO) and subsequently senior reactor operator ( SRO). Contribute to the development of facility/instrument procedures, safety evaluations, and license amendment applications. Support reactor utilization and interface with users. Participate in the training of new personnel.
Other Responsibilities	Other responsibilities are as assigned by the Director of the NRP.

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience	Require post-baccalaureate credentials or a Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline such as Nuclear Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or a similar field plus alternative or equivalent professional training and experience.
Other Required Qualifications	Obtain Reactor Operator (RO) license for the operation of the PULSTAR reactor within one year after hire. Understand technical operating, service and repair manuals. Ability to monitor all systems for normal running conditions, performing activities such as checking instruments and gauges to assess output or assess the effects of generator loading on other equipment.
Preferred Qualifications	Familiarity with tenets and implementation of safety and security culture. Ability to use design and engineering tools such as Autodesk Inventor, AutoCAD, SolidWorks. Programing experience using capabilities such as MATLAB and C++. Greater than or equal to one year of experience with each of the following activities: 1) maintenance, and surveillance; 2) familiarity with implementation of Emergency and Security Plans and required procedures; 3) past experience with research reactor projects including for infrastructure upgrades and R&D; 4) design and installation of experimental apparatus, and 5) familiarity with methods of radiation measurements.
Required License(s) or Certification(s)	Obtain Reactor Operator (RO) license for the operation of the PULSTAR reactor within one year after hire. Valid driver's license required.
Valid NC Driver's License required	Yes
Commercial Driver's License required	No

Recruitment Dates and Special Instructions

Job Open Date	09/05/2023
Anticipated Close Date
Special Instructions to Applicants	Please include as attachments a resume, cover letter, and contact information for at least 3 professional references.

Position Details

Position Number	00110365
Position Type	EHRA Non-Faculty
Full Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours/week)	1.00
Appointment	12 Month Recurring
Mandatory Designation - Adverse Weather	Non Mandatory - Adverse Weather
Mandatory Designation - Emergency Events	Non Mandatory - Emergency Event
Department ID	141101 - Nuclear Engineering
AA/EEO	NC State University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as an individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-515-3148 to speak with a representative at the Office of Institutional Equity and Diversity. If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu. Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit. NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.