Nuclear Facilities Engineering Group Leader - Hybrid

Argonne National Laboratory

Lemont, IL

Job posting number: #7108535 (Ref:413935)

Posted: August 20, 2022

Application Deadline: Open Until Filled

Job Description

In accordance with the applicable DOE order this is a management level position in the established Cognizant Systems Engineer (CSE) career track. The position functions in full compliance with DOE, OSHA, NEPA, NRC, NFPA and Laboratory Orders, Directives and Standards pertaining to nuclear facility operations and integrated safety management.

Through a subordinate Cognizant System Engineering staff of three, manages the divisions engineering functions related to maintenance of structures, systems and components (SSCs) necessary to ensure compliant operational readiness of multiple ANL Hazard Category 2/3 nuclear facilities.

Using the principles of configuration management, the CSE Group leader is responsible for the management and allocation of physical and capital resources required to manage and oversee systems design, specification, testing, installation, maintenance, operations, change management, safety, and related documentation. Participates in short and long-term planning and management of SSCs. Interfaces with the Nuclear Facility Maintenance Program Manager for guidance on the overall conduct of the CSE and Nuclear Maintenance Management Program.

Participates in the development/revision of nuclear facility policies and procedures and assists in the development of system procedures and training materials for designated SSCs. Manages, mentors, develops and evaluates assigned engineering staff of three engineers. Keeps abreast of current and emergent engineering techniques and technologies and ensures the use of best practice and lessons learned management.

Position Requirements

  • Comprehensive knowledge of nuclear facilities and their operations.
  • Knowledge of OSHA, NEC, NFPA, NEPA, Laboratory policies/procedures for safety and business systems, i.e., budget and procurement, etc.
  • Knowledge and skills within one or more engineering disciplines, i.e., electrical, mechanical, nuclear/reactor, structural, etc.
  • Skills in configuration management and engineering within one or more engineering systems, i.e., electrical, mechanical, nuclear.
  • Management and leadership skills and the ability to manage human and capital resources within budget and mentor and motivate professional engineers of varied career levels.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to work effectively with internal and external contacts within various engineering disciplines/specialties and varying levels of technical expertise and to achieve assigned goals for compliant operations.
  • Analytical and assessment skills and the ability to effectively complete root cause analysis, develop solutions, implement best practices and document/communicate lessons learned.
  • Organization and project management skills and the ability to work on multiple concurrent projects and to achieve desired goals with required timeframes and within projected budgets.
  • Demonstrated comprehension and interpretation of quasi-legal technical documents and knowledge of PAAA and ORPS requirements.
  • Ability to work both individually or as part of a cross functional team to achieve goals.
  • Good knowledge and skills in radiological protection practices and requirements.
  • Bachelors degree in Electrical, Mechanical or Nuclear Engineering and 8 years of relevant experience.
  • Opportunity for Hybrid work environment - possibility for 2 days remote work

Job Family

Professional Technical (PT)

Job Profile

Nuclear Facilities Operations Leader 1

Worker Type

Regular

Time Type

Full time

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Job posting number:#7108535 (Ref:413935)
Application Deadline:Open Until Filled
Employer Location:Argonne National Laboratory
Argonne,Illinois
United States
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