Powder Modeler

Location: Oak Ridge, TN

Job Title: Powder Modeler

Career Level From: Senior Associate

Career Level To: Senior Specialist

Organization: Alternate Mtls Proc & Tech )

Job Specialty: Core Engineering

• Observe and/or perform powder testing in the lab to gain an in-depth understanding of specific test instruments and methods.
• Perform research to identify preferred methods and approaches for modeling specific powder materials and test methods that measure thermophysical properties.
• Apply appropriate modeling methods to accurately simulate powder testing.
• Specify additional testing that may be needed to support modeling efforts.
• Validate developed models via comparison to measured test values.
• Collaborate with others and participate in peer review of work.
• Extend a validated modeling approach to a production process.
• Recommend improvements for a production process based on modeling results.
• Effectively communicate results via conversation, e‑mail, technical reports, and presentations.

• 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.

Benefits include medical plan, prescription drug plan, vision plan, dental plan, employer‑matched 401(k) savings plan, disability coverage, education reimbursement, and more.

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering/Physical Science (Chemistry, Physics, or related) from an EAC‑ABET accredited program in the United States or designated equals from Canada or Mexico, Washington Accord, or list of substantially equivalent as documented by ABET and 2 years relevant experience. OR MS in Engineering/Physical Science. OR PhD in Engineering/Physical Science.
• There is a minimum 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.

• Finite Element Analysis software such as COMSOL, ANSYS, Abaqus, or Femap.
• Solid Works, Inventor, Creo, or other 3D CAD software.
• Writing code in MATLAB, Python, C++, or other software.
• Heat transfer analysis.
• Stress analysis.
• Powder characterization.
• Sintering science.
• Material property testing.

The minimum education and experience for the lowest career level in the job posting range are listed under Minimum Job Requirements. Successful candidates hired into a higher career level than the minimum in the range must meet the requirements listed in the job leveling charts for the career level into which they are being hired.

If a range of Career Levels is posted, i.e., Senior Associate to Senior Specialist, internal applicants already in one of the Career Levels would come across at their current Career Level. Internal applicants currently in a lower level Career Level would move to the lowest posted Career Level.

Requires a Q clearance; however all qualified candidates will be considered regardless of their current clearance status. The ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Energy Q clearance is required.

This position may require entry into the Material Access Areas (MAA) and participation in the Human Reliability Program (10 C.F.R. Part 712), which requires successful competition of a DOE counterintelligence evaluation and may include a counterintelligence‑scope polygraph examination.

This position may be categorized as a’designated position’ identified by 10 C.F.R. Part 709, requiring successful completion of a DOE counterintelligence evaluation that may include a counterintelligence‑scope polygraph examination.

CNS is a drug‑free workplace. Candidates accepting a job offer will be required to pass a pre‑placement physical, drug screening and background investigation. As an employee, you may be required to receive and maintain a security clearance from the United States Department of Energy in order to meet eligibility requirements for access to sensitive information or matter. U.S. citizenship is a requirement for security clearance applicants.

All employees are subject to being randomly selected for drug testing without advance notification.

CNS is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, genetic information, disability or veteran status.