Applied Design Engineer

Idaho National Laboratory is hiring a Applied Design Engineer to work on our Material Acquisition and Research Engineering team. Our team works a 9x80 schedule located out of our Idaho Falls facility with every other Friday off.

Applied Design Engineers in our Research Engineering group exist to assist researchers in the Science and Technology organizations with test system designs. Assist the researchers with all things related to adhering to conduct of engineering such as design codes the do-check-approve process and adhering to quality standards in the fabrication and assembly process.

Responsibilities Include:

• Decompose project goals into defined and controlled design requirements.
• Use best practices in design methodologies to develop and validate designs.
• Develop physics-based mathematical models of mechanical chemical and electrical systems.
• Maintain familiarity with codes and standards applicable to the discipline.
• Document designs to establish conformance with requirements and standards.
• Establish testing inspection and quality requirements.
• Ensure fabrication construction assembly and procurement align with design specifications.
• Develop and maintain systems/equipment perform calculations and evaluate design specifications.
• Provide solutions to technical problems and recommendations for production improvements.
• Support and lead new project development including proposals and business plans.
• Ensure design modifications meet technical baseline requirements and applicable codes.
• Maintain configuration management of the technical baseline and assigned systems.
• Ensure consistency in operational characteristics across documentation.
• Mentor and train junior engineering staff.
• Develop experiment requirements perform designs and support fabrication inspection assembly and testing.
• Lead the design and development of experimental setups and support post-irradiation examination (PIE) of irradiated test fuel.
• Serve as design engineer for fueled test train fabrication tasks.
• Develop project-specific documentation and check drawings.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements:

• Level 3: Bachelor of Science degree in mechanical engineering nuclear engineering or a directly related engineering field from an ABET-accredited institution and 5 years of experience or Masters of Science degree in mechanical engineering nuclear engineering or a directly related engineering field from an ABET-accredited institution and 2 years of experience.
• Level 4: Bachelor of Science degree in mechanical engineering nuclear engineering or a directly related engineering field from an ABET-accredited institution and 9 years of experience or Masters of Science degree in mechanical engineering nuclear engineering or a directly related engineering field from an ABET-accredited institution and 6 years of experience.
• This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Energy Q clearance which requires US Citizenship.

Preferred Experience:

• Experience with INL Facility Mods.
• In-Depth knowledge of ASME BPVC section 3 and section 8.
• In-Depth knowledge of ASME piping codes.
• Experience developing and reviewing designs requirement definitions operations documentation and testing processes. Optimize program and developing software using appropriate technologies for the application (which may include MATLAB Simulink C/C/C# Python Julia etc.).
• Proficiency with 3D modeling software platforms such as inventor or solidworks.

Job Information:

• The pay range for this position is: Level 3 ($93204 - $191076) / Level 4 ($111888 - $229284). At Idaho National Laboratory compensation decisions are determined using factors such as education relevant experience and other credentials.
• TDP: This is a testing designated position; you will be required to submit to a pre-employment drug screen and periodic drug testing throughout the term of your employment.
• Multi-Level: This is a multi-level posting and you will be placed at the appropriate level dependent on depth and breadth of proven experience and skills.

Physical Requirements

While performing the duties of this classification the employee is frequently required to stand walk sit stoop kneel bend and work in an office and field/laboratory environment. The job requires hand/finger dexterity to keyboard or type handle materials manipulate tools and reach with hands and arms. The job requires operation of job-related equipment and driving a vehicle. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 35 pounds without assistance. Sufficient visual acuity and hearing capacity to perform the essential functions and interact with the public is required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Benefits and Relocation

• Medical Dental Vision and Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401(k) with a 4.2% employer contribution and up to 4.8% match
• Paid time off (personal leave)
• Employee Education Program (tuition assistance)
• Comprehensive Relocation Package
• Benefit eligibility subject multiple factors including employment status and position classification.

INL is a science-based applied engineering national laboratory dedicated to supporting the U.S. Department of Energys mission in nuclear energy research science and national defense. With more than 6300 scientists researchers and support staff the laboratory works with national and international governments universities and industry partners to change the worlds energy future and secure our nations critical infrastructure.

INL Mission
Our mission is to discover demonstrate and secure innovative nuclear energy solutions other clean energy options and critical infrastructure.

INL Vision
Our vision is to change the worlds energy future and secure our nations critical infrastructure.

Selective Service Requirements
To be eligible for employment at INL males born after December 31 1959 must have registered with the Selective Service System (SSS). For more information see .

Equal Employment Opportunity
Idaho National Laboratory (INL) is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. It is the policy of INL to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin age protected veteran or disabled status or genetic information.

Reasonable Accommodation
We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process to perform essential job functions and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

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