Sheet Metal Fabrication Process Engineer
Listed on 2026-06-13
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Engineering
Process Engineer, Manufacturing Engineer, Mechanical Engineer, Quality Engineering
Location:
Oak Ridge, TN
Job Title:
Sheet Metal Fabrication Process Engineer
Career Level From: Associate
Career Level To: Senior Specialist
Organization: Fabrication )
Job Specialty:
Core Engineering
Process Engineers function as the Subject Matter Expert (SME) on fabrication processes and associated procedures. They perform duties and tasks that are vital to ensuring the reliability and integrity of the nation's nuclear weapons stockpile.
This position will primarily support precision sheet metal fabrication operations with secondary responsibilities involving machining and other manufacturing operations. These operations include cutting, forming, heat‑treating, welding, and more.
Process Engineers develop, maintain, and lead implementation of new component fabrication processes and changes to existing processes. Process Engineers perform process studies and evaluations and lead efforts to resolve technical issues that may impact quality, efficiency, capability, and capacity. They participate and advise in training to operations personnel and maintain technical content in work control documents such as process descriptions and/or product specifications.
They ensure fabrication processes produce high quality products that comply with customer specifications and requirements.
- 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
Job Requirements
- Bachelor of Science in Engineering/Physical Science (Chemistry, Physics, or related) from an Engineering Accreditation Commission (EAC) Accreditation Board of Engineering and Technology (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.
- OR MS in Engineering /Physical science
- 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)
Job Requirements
- Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or Material Science/Metallurgical Engineering
- Sheet metal manufacturing experience of at least 5 years.
- Experience in the following: sheet metal cutting, welding, hydroforming, CNC and manual machining, 3D modelling, or other related skills and technologies.
- Experience participating in or leading continuous improvement efforts.
- Able to review and analyze data and use statistical process control techniques.
- Strong oral and written communication skills. Will be required to interact and communicate clearly with skilled craft employees as well as technical personnel and management.
- Capable of performing complex technical assignments and independently applying engineering knowledge and experience.
- Able to interpret mechanical drawings and dimensional inspection results per ASME Y14.5 GD&T.
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…
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