Nondestructive Evaluation; NDE Engineer

Overview

Location: Oak Ridge, TN

Job Title: Nondestructive Evaluation (NDE) Engineer

Career Level: Specialist

Organization: Compatibility and Surveillance )

Job Specialty: Core Engineering

As a Nondestructive Evaluation (NDE) Engineer within the Compatibility and Surveillance team at Y-12, the candidate will be responsible for conducting leading edge research and development activities with non-destructive evaluation (NDE)/Radiation Detection applications towards manufacturing, production, quality operations, or related national security applications.

Common tasks may require applying technical principles and knowledge in the fields of nuclear, electrical and mechanical engineering, physics, and computer science toward concepts for development and applied research in support of plant operations and outside research projects. The ideal candidate is knowledgeable and capable of performing standard NDE techniques including x-ray radiography, ultrasonic testing, eddy current testing, penetrant testing, thermography, and acoustic emission testing, in addition to high-level numerical methods for a range of applications using Python, Matlab, or other common engineering analysis platform.

Within an interdisciplinary team, the candidate will aid in proposal writing and support various research projects in radiation detection, instrument analysis, and interdisciplinary projects that branch into related fields of analytical chemistry, materials science, and radiation detection to develop solutions to unique problems. In addition, the candidate will be able to contribute to formal presentations, project reviews, and technical basis documents of engineering projects, as well as act as a leader, advisor, or consultant as needed.

Typical projects will require the candidate to work closely with scientists, engineers, other technical staff, and representatives of design agencies, vendors, and contractors as required to ensure effective and necessary technical cooperation at all levels that results in the completion of assigned objectives. The ideal candidate must also work well in a production support environment where plant and production needs may necessitate accelerated project schedules, an ability to work well within a multidisciplinary team, and effective communication across various knowledge levels and backgrounds.

• Meaningful work and unique opportunities to support missions vital to national and global security
• Top-notch, dedicated colleagues
• Generous pay and benefits with a stable organization
• Career advancement and professional development programs
• Work-life balance fostered through flexible work options and wellness initiatives

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering/Physical Science [Chemistry, Physics, or related] from an ABET-accredited program in the United States or designated equivalents from Canada or Mexico, the Washington Accord, or the list of substantially equivalent as documented by ABET AND 4 years of relevant experience. OR MS in Engineering/Physical science and 2 years of relevant experience. OR PhD in Engineering/Physical science.
• There is a minimum Grade Point Average (GPA) requirement up to 4 years post-graduation at time of offer and confirmed by transcript. Beyond four years from graduation, engineering experience will supersede GPA as a requirement for hire.
• 3.0/4.0 minimum cumulative GPA for Bachelor degree
• 3.3 minimum cumulative GPA for Master degree
• 3.5 minimum cumulative GPA for PhD
• In addition, the applicant must meet the requirements of DOE O 426.2A (i.e., Baccalaureate in engineering or related scientific major 2 years job-related, and 1-year nuclear experience; or a DOE O 426.2A alternative). DOE 426.2A experience requirements can be satisfied following employment. In the interim, newly hired personnel will not be assigned duties that could impact the safety basis of nuclear facilities.
  
  ( O 426.2A)

You get #morethanajob. We encourage employees to achieve a healthy personal balance among home, work and the community. One of the ways we embrace work-life balance is by offering flexible work arrangements that provide alternatives to the traditional workweek, while still meeting business needs. Top talent and personal commitment mean more to our success than any other factors, so we reward our people with the kinds of benefits that make a positive difference in the quality of their lives.

Benefits such as: medical plan, prescription drug plan, vision plan, dental plan, employer matched 401(k) savings plan, disability coverage, education reimbursement and many more. Want to stay healthy and fit but hate the cost of a gym membership? Take advantage of one of our onsite workout facilities and eat healthy in our onsite cafeterias. Much more than a workplace, at Y-12, you can build a career that lasts a lifetime.

The minimum education and experience for the lowest career level in the job posting range are listed under Minimum Job Requirements.…