Principal Nuclear Engineer

The Nuclear Science and Engineering (NSE) Division, in collaboration with the Strategic Security Sciences (SSS) Division, is seeking a highly motivated Nuclear Engineer with a focus on nuclear reactor security and safeguards to contribute to several exciting advanced nuclear reactor projects.

The position will support the Licensing and Risk Assessments Group within the NSE division as well as international nuclear security and safeguards work in the Nonproliferation Innovation Group in the SSS division.

A well-qualified candidate may be able to support a range of activities, including:

Analyzing innovative and advanced nuclear technologies, reactor designs, and fuel cycle design concepts from both technical and policy perspectives;

Leveraging knowledge/experience in (non-exclusively) nonproliferation, international safeguards, nuclear security, proliferation resistance, radiation detection, reactor physics, and waste management;

Contribute fresh ideas for engagement and research around nuclear nonproliferation and security with an eye to developing and future deployed advanced reactor systems and affiliated nuclear technologies;

Lead projects and tasks involving multi-disciplinary teams.

Analyze data and document results in the form of monthly reports, progress reports to sponsors, and technical publications and presentations; prepare manuscripts for submission to peer-reviewed publications, attend and make presentations at scientific meetings.

Maintain comprehensive knowledge of pertinent literature.

Develop new ideas, concepts, and/or research proposals to contribute to programmatic growth.

Communicate effectively with supervisors, peers, and the Laboratory community through research reports, project presentations, and other regular channels.

Collaborate well in collegial environment with respect towards other collaborator regardless of background, age, sex, gender, education, etc.

This job description documents the general nature of work but is not intended to be a comprehensive list of all activities, duties and responsibilities required of job incumbent. Consequently, job incumbent may be required to perform other duties as assigned.

Position Requirements To perform the essential functions of this position successful applicants must provide proof of U.S. citizenship, and will be required to obtain and maintain a clearance, which is required to comply with federal regulations and contract.

Knowledge of nuclear engineering principles, theories, and practices for the design and analysis of reactor systems. Knowledge of U.S. and international nuclear policies, with a focus on nuclear nonproliferation, nuclear security, nuclear energy development, nuclear fuel cycle management, nuclear safeguards, and nuclear export controls.

Applicable understanding of science and engineering principles associated with the nuclear fuel cycle, radiological security, or other related technical areas such as nuclear engineering, chemical engineering, mechanical engineering, industrial engineering, chemistry, and/or physics.

Demonstrated written and oral communication skills to effectively communicate and collaborate with a diverse range of people and job functions.

Skill in organizational and time management, with careful attention to detail and the ability to handle multiple stakeholders and priorities and experience working independently under time constraints to meet critical deadlines.

Skill in the conception, design, and evaluation of innovative approaches and solutions to quantitative problems.

Demonstrated interpersonal, oral, and written communication.

Ability to model Argonne’s Core Values:
Impact, Safety, Respect, Integrity, and Teamwork.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Experience Advanced technical degree in…