Requisition Id 15115 Overview: The Advanced Engineering Technologies (AET) Group is seeking a dedicated an Electrical, Instrumentation, and Controls Engineer to support our organization. The position will involve system architecture, design, implementation, and testing including hands on work in a research and development atmosphere. Projects will also include maintenance and upgrades to existing systems. AET resides within the Nuclear Nonproliferation Division (NND) at Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL). The NND is a division operating within the National Security Sciences Directorate. NND staff contributes world class research, technology development, risk assessment, and systems analysis related to nonproliferation and counterproliferation. The division activities play a vital role in implementation of national policy issues that strive to ensure global nuclear security. One of the major focus areas of the AET group is the development of advanced approaches to operation, characterization, and analysis of nuclear fuel cycle processes. The group specializes in the application of engineering principles supporting the characterization of processes and related materials. The AET group collaborates and works with staff from other groups within NND and ORNL to assure the full expertise of fuel cycle processes are applied to meet sponsor needs. Major Duties / Responsibilities:

The successful candidate, in collaboration with principal investigators and project management at ORNL, will participate in the design, fabrication, assembly, and operation of experimental test stands. This individual will oversee maintaining the power and/or instrumentation and controls systems of new or existing test hardware as well as leading the architecture, design, fabrication/build, and commissioning of new systems. In addition to these responsibilities, the candidate will be a contributor to R&D projects that involve electro-mechanical systems and integrated data acquisition systems. In this position the candidate will be expected to effectively interact with various ORNL staff as well as internal and external sponsors. The candidate is expected to work in a team environment with co-workers and management as well as independently; to fully document work performed in the forms of technical reports, papers, and presentations; and to participate in the development of research proposals. Excellent communication skills including verbal, presentation, and writing skills are required. The successful candidate will interface with principal investigators, management, engineers, fabricators, modelers, and test campaign personnel. Required Qualifications: B.S. in Electrical Engineering or related field, and a minimum of 5 years related experience; a M.S. in Electrical Engineering or related field, and a minimum of 4 years of related experience

Experience leading teams in the design of the EIC system of a plant or process

Demonstrated expertise in facility and or pilot plant design of electrical or I&C systems with hands on experience to include: PLC Systems and hard wired analog control systems Development of electrical engineering design packages Generation of the automation scope and requirements for projects The design of control panels, motor panels and HMI panels The design of control and information networks The development of panel/system IO list(s) Design and manufacturing of multilayer circuit board designs for unique applications

Proven communication skills

The ability to work flexible hours and travel Preferred Qualifications: Demonstrated expertise in custom electronics, and I&C systems with hands on experience to include:

Design of power, lighting, communications, and fire alarm systems Generation of arc flash studies

Experience in an R&D and/or testing environment

Experience in building new test stands or processes via an in-house design/build and acceptance testing process or via design/build procurement pathways

AutoCAD or Solidworks Electrical experience

Experience in the calibration and maintenance of instrumentation

TS/SCI Clearance Special Requirement: This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Secret Compartmental Investigation (SCI) clearance from the Department of Energy. As such, this position is a Workplace Substance Abuse (WSAP) testing designated position. WSAP positions require passing a pre-placement drug test and participation in an ongoing random drug testing program. In addition, due the SCI, you may also be subject to random polygraph testing. About ORNL: ORNL offers competitive pay and benefits programs to attract and retain individuals who demonstrate exceptional work behaviors. The laboratory provides a range of employee benefits, including medical and retirement plans and flexible work hours, to support the well-being of you and your family. Employee amenities such as on-site fitness, banking, and cafeteria facilities are also available for added convenience. Other benefits include the following: Prescription Drug Plan, Dental Plan, Vision Plan, 401(k) Retirement Plan, Contributory Pension Plan, Life Insurance, Disability Benefits, Generous Vacation and Holidays, Parental Leave, Legal Insurance with Identity Theft Protection, Employee Assistance Plan, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Accounts, Wellness Programs, Educational Assistance, Relocation Assistance, and Employee Discounts. This position will remain open for a minimum of 5 days after which it will close when a qualified candidate is identified and/or hired. We accept Word (.doc, .docx), Adobe (unsecured .pdf), Rich Text Format (.rtf), and HTML (.htm, .html) up to 5MB in size. Resumes from third party vendors will not be accepted; these resumes will be deleted and the candidates submitted will not be considered for employment. ORNL is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants, including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans, are encouraged to apply. UT-Battelle is an E-Verify employer.