Accelerator Facility Safety Engineer

Oak Ridge National Laboratory

Oak Ridge (TN)

On-site

USD 110,000 - 150,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) seeks an Accelerator Facility Safety Engineer to develop and maintain technical safety documentation for ORNL accelerator facilities. You will analyze hazards, implement controls, and interface with DOE to ensure safe operation of accelerator activities.

Join an experienced team in the Accelerator Safety Program within the Nuclear and Radiological Protection Division, contributing to safety analyses, safety bases, and documentation updates to support ongoing

Qualifications

BS/BA in science, engineering, or related field.
Minimum 5 years of experience at a DOE accelerator facility or similar high-rigor environment.
Strong understanding of radiological safety and health physics principles.

Responsibilities

Perform, document, and maintain technical safety analyses for ORNL accelerator facilities and upgrades.
Maintain accelerator safety documentation including Safety Assessment Documents and Accelerator Safety Envelope.
Implement Unreviewed Safety Issue Process for proposed facility modifications and new activities.
Provide accelerator facility support to ensure safe operations and minimize downtime.

Skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Technical writing

Hazard analysis

Engineering fundamentals

Education

BS/BA in science or engineering

Post-graduate degree preferred

Job description

Overview:

We are seeking an Accelerator Facility Safety Engineer who will focus on performing, documenting, and maintaining technical safety documentation for ORNL accelerator facilities. This position resides in the Accelerator Safety Program group in the Nuclear and Radiological Protection Division in the Environment, Safety, Health, and Quality Directorate, atOak Ridge National Laboratory(ORNL).

As part of our team, you will become an expert on the Accelerator Safety Order, DOE O 420.2 and accelerator technology and operations. You will interact with engineers and accelerator system operators to understand and evaluate accelerator specific hazards associated with current operations and planned upgrades and modifications, identify and develop controls to mitigate hazards, and interface with the Department of Energy to document and implement the controls necessary to ensure safe operation of the accelerator.

Major Duties/Responsibilities:

Perform, document, and maintain technical safety analyses supporting new and existing ORNL accelerator facilities, major accelerator upgrade projects and facility modifications.
Maintain accelerator safety documentation including Safety Assessment Documents and Accelerator Safety Envelope, revising and updating as needed while ensuring compliance with associated requirements.
Implement the Unreviewed Safety Issue Process to evaluate proposed facility modifications, new activities or discovered conditions to determine if associated accelerator specific hazards are appropriately addressed by existing safety analyses.
Provide accelerator facility support as needed and in response to emerging issues to support safe operations and in support of mission needs including minimization of operational downtime due to accelerator safety related issues.
Coordinate with facility operations staff and local DOE Site Office to assist in the development and implementation of safety bases, analysis of policies, practices and procedures.
Support accelerator safety related training for System Engineers responsible for safety related Credited Engineered Controls.
Maintain effective communications and interface with System Engineers responsible for safety related Credited Engineered Controls.
Provide safety analysis support to researchers and facility management organizations associated with accelerators operated at or below 10 MeV.
Evaluate modifications, experiments, operations, and safety basis documentation in coordination with the ORNL independent safety review programs.
Rigorously maintain documentation and records in approved document management system.
Maintain a strong commitment to the implementation and perpetuation of values and ethics.
Deliver ORNL's mission by aligning behaviors, priorities, and interactions with our core values of Impact, Integrity, Teamwork, Safety, and Service. Promote equal opportunity by fostering a respectful workplace - in how we treat one another, work together, and measure success.

Basic Qualifications:

A BS/BA degree in a science, engineering, or related technical discipline.
A minimum of 5 years of experience in relevant operations or technical support experience at a DOE accelerator facility, nuclear navy, or other high-rigor field such as nuclear pharmacy, medical devices, aviation safety, commercial nuclear, chemical process safety, spaceflight, missile systems, etc.
Understanding and basic application of radiological safety and health physics principles including shielding and radiological dose assessments.
Understanding and application of basic engineering principles.
Knowledge of and ability to apply hazard analysis techniques.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Demonstrated ability to author technical documents.
Proficient in application of standard workplace personal computer applications.

Preferred Qualifications:

Post-graduate degree in Nuclear Engineering or related engineering or scientific discipline.
Accelerator safety related experience at DOE accelerator facility with demonstrated familiarity with DOE accelerator safety requirements.
Significant experience in application of shielding and radiological dose assessments.
Significant experience in performing hazard analyses.
Basic understanding of radiation and/or neutron transport.
Nuclear Navy experience.
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.

Special Requirements:

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
This position requires access to technology that is subject to export control requirements. Successful candidates must be qualified for such access without an export control license.

Security, Credentialing, and Eligibility Requirements:

For employment at Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL), a Real ID compliant form of identification will be required. Additionally, ORNL is subject to Department of Energy (DOE) access restrictions. All employees must also be able to obtain and maintain a federal Personal Identity Verification (PIV) card as mandated by Homeland Security Presidential Directive 12 (HSPD-12) and Department of Energy (DOE) Order 473.1A, which requires a favorable post-employment background investigation.

To obtain this credential, new employees must successfully complete and pass a Federal Tier 1 background check investigation. This investigation includes a declaration of illegal drug activities, including use, supply, possession, or manufacture within the last year. This includes marijuana and cannabis derivatives, which are still considered illegal under federal law, regardless of state laws.

About ORNL:

As a U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Office of Science national laboratory, ORNL has an impressive 80-year legacy of addressing the nation's most pressing challenges. Our team is made up of over 7,000 dedicated and innovative individuals! Our goal is to create an environment where a variety of perspectives and backgrounds are valued, ensuring ORNL is known as a top choice for employment. These principles are essential for supporting our broader mission to drive scientific breakthroughs and translate them into solutions for energy, environmental, and security challenges facing the nation.

ORNL offers competitive pay and benefits programs to attract and retain individuals who demonstrate exceptional work behaviors. The laboratory provides a range of employee benefits, including medical and retirement plans and flexible work hours, to support the well-being of you and your family. Employee amenities such as on-site fitness, banking, and cafeteria facilities are also available for added convenience.