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Mechanical Systems Technical Support

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Science/Engineering Support
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Energy & Environment Science & Technology (Bxxx)
Job Information
 
Job Title: Mechanical Systems Technical Support Level 3
Grade: 200
Org:  Environmental & Geological Engineering
Contact: 
Christina.Morgan@inl.gov
Work Location:  Idaho Falls, ID (Town - 9x80's Work Schedule)

Mission/Vision Statement
 
Changing the World's Energy Future by Breaking Ground on New Technology
 
Mission: Discover, demonstrate and secure innovative nuclear energy solutions, other clean energy options and critical infrastructure.
 
Vision: INL will change the world's energy future and secure our critical infrastructure.

Responsibilities
 
INL Environmental and Geological Engineering Department is seeking a candidate to support program R&D and operational needs associated with the disposition of radiological source materials. You will function as technical support for the source recovery program with responsibility for mechanical design, electronics, remote robotic system application, advanced welding technology application, nuclear cask operational support, and safety/compliance tasks for all of the projects in the program. You will work closely with line and program managers in packaging and transportation and radiological controls to ensure safety and regulatory compliance to all source recovery activities.
 
You will gain and use knowledge of mechanical design, robotic systems, advanced welding and nuclear material handling to identify and create solutions for complex nuclear source recovery and disposition. You will have a basic knowledge of nuclear material handling policies and procedures related to the recovery and disposal of source material.
 
Further, you will support program leadership in representing EES&T capabilities within this scope to both external and internal customers. Work is performed at a level that actions may have high visibility at the associate laboratory director level. Some travel is required.  
 

Bachelor's degree in a technical field plus 8 years of relevant professional experience.

 
• Demonstrated skills in advanced mechanical design, welding technology, remote systems, team organization and scheduling, and laboratory off-site work operations.
• Eight years of mechanical design, mechanical hands-on, and welding experience applicable to applied R&D and operations.
• Skill in oral and written communication and applying team building concepts.
• Excellent communication skills, personable, detailed oriented, and experience in interfacing with management and technical personnel at all levels. 
 
Must be a US citizen. Must be able to obtain and maintain a US DOE clearance.
 
Selective Service Requirements
 
To be eligible for employment at INL males between ages 18 and 25 must register (or must have registered) with the Selective Service System (SSS). This includes U.S. born and naturalized citizens, parolees, undocumented immigrants, legal permanent residents, asylum seekers, refugees, and all males with visas of any kind which expired more than 30 days ago. The few individuals who are exempt from this requirement are those on current non-immigrant visas.  For more information see www.sss.gov.

Employee Job Functions
 
Employee Job Functions are physical actions and/or working conditions associated with the position.  These functions may also constitute essential functions for the job position which the employee must be able to fulfill, with or without accommodation.  Information provided below is to help describe the job so that the applicant has a reasonable understanding of the job duties/expectations.  An applicant's ability to perform and/or tolerate these actions and conditions will be discussed and workplace accommodations may be made on a case-by-case basis following an individualized assessment of the applicant and other considerations, including but not limited to any governing safety standards.
 
Motor Abilities:  Prolonged walking and standing; Bending/stooping; Squatting; Twisting; Applying torque (arms); Pushing/pulling; Overhead work; Grasping/gripping; Fine motor control (hands); Moderate exertion
 
Special Senses:  Visually demanding work; Near/far vision; Depth perception; Ability to hear audio alarms; Speech discrimination.
 
Work Conditions:   Heights; Heat stress; Cold stress; UV(sun) exposure; Radiation work; Ladders > 6 feet; Machine/electrical hazards; Power tools; Protective clothing; Heavy equipment; Motor vehicle use; Typing/keyboard; Working > 8 hours/day; Overtime/irregular hours.

Please Apply Before:
 
May 15, 2018

 
Environmental, Safety and Health Statement
 
Must be familiar with, and comply with all relevant health and safety requirements.  Must be knowledgeable of emergency action policies and procedures, methods for reporting/resolving work practices or conditions to available cognizant professionals.

Other Information
 
When applying to positions please provide a resume and answer all questions on the following screens. Applicants, who fail to provide a resume or answer the questions, may be deemed ineligible for consideration.

INL Overview
 
INL is a science-based, applied engineering national laboratory dedicated to supporting the U.S. Department of Energy's mission in nuclear energy research, science, and national defense.  With more than 4,300 scientists, researchers and support staff, the laboratory works with national and international governments, universities and industry partners to discover new science and develop technologies that underpin the nation's nuclear and renewable energy, national security and environmental missions.
 

The Idaho Falls Area
 
Idaho Falls is conveniently situated near many national treasures such as Yellowstone National Park, Teton National Park, Jackson, WY, etc.  For more information about the area, please visit www.visitidahofalls.com and www.visitidaho.org.

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.

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