Senior Mechanical​/Electrical Technician - Application Engineering

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We are seeking a Senior Mechanical/Electrical Technician who will be responsible for assembling, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing a wide range of testbeds and systems that incorporate both electrical and mechanical components. This position resides in the Applications Engineering Group within the Enrichment Science and Engineering Section. The Section falls within the Enrichment Science and Engineering Division as a part of the Isotope Science and Engineering Directorate, at Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL).

Your expertise will be pivotal in ensuring the seamless commissioning and operation of testbed systems, enhancing productivity, and minimizing downtime.

• Assembly & Maintenance:
  Assemble, maintain, repair, and test electromechanical systems, including components, assemblies, and vacuum/gas‑handling R&D testbeds across diverse research environments.
• Technical Execution:
  Follow engineering drawings and both written and verbal instructions to assemble components and perform system testing.
• Tool Proficiency:
  Utilize a variety of hand tools and R&D practices for assembling electromechanical systems and setting up mechanical testing equipment.
• Troubleshooting:
  Diagnose issues in testbeds and provide constructive feedback to engineers on design and implementation improvements.
• Data Monitoring:
  Monitor component and assembly testing, and report results to test engineers for analysis.
• Design Support:
  Contribute to minor design tasks, including fabrication and assembly of test stands and systems, and assist in developing assembly procedures.
• Cross‑functional
  
  Collaboration:
  
  Work effectively with personnel across ORNL, including principal investigators, engineers, fabricators, modelers, and test campaign teams.
• Mission Alignment:
  Embody ORNL’s core values—Impact, Integrity, Teamwork, Safety, and Service—through daily work and interactions.

• AS degree in science or technical related fields and a minimum of 7 years of relevant experience. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Journeyman certification or equivalent in mechanical or electrical fields relevant to the role (or an equivalent combination of education and applicable experience).
• Demonstrated ability to interpret written instructions, electrical/mechanical drawings, and technical procedures.
• Proficiency in using precision measurement tools.
• Strong attention to detail and manual dexterity.
• Willingness to learn new skills and adapt to evolving technical requirements.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
• Professional demeanor and strong work ethic.
• Flexibility to work varied hours and travel as needed.
• Effective communication skills and ability to comprehend technical documentation.
• Capability to follow and help develop testing and assembly procedures.
• Competence in reading and interpreting engineering component and assembly drawings.
• Solid foundation in mathematics, science, mechanical systems, and logical reasoning.

• Ability to lead projects on a scale of multiple millions of dollars in labor and material expenses.
• An AS degree in science or technical related field and a minimum of 10 years of relevant experience.
• A Mechanical Engineering degree with 5 years or more is highly desirable. This role will require significant hands‑on experience in assembling and leading large projects that are typically greater than $2M+ for materials and labor.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Motivated self‑starter with the ability to work independently and to participate creatively in collaborative teams across the laboratory.
• Ability to function well in a fast‑paced research environment, set priorities to accomplish multiple tasks within deadlines, and adapt to ever changing needs.

• Physical Requirements:
  
  Work involves various physical requirements and working conditions. As such, a pre‑hire physical will be required after offer.
• Q Clearance:
  This position requires the ability to obtain and…