Advisory Engineer

Spectra Tech, Inc.; Aiken (SC); Presencial; USD 150.000 - 190.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Spectra Tech, Inc. in Aiken, South Carolina is seeking a highly experienced Advisory Engineer (Technical) to provide senior-level expertise in Hazardous Energy Control, LOTO, electrical safety, nuclear facility maintenance, and regulatory compliance.

The successful candidate will serve as a technical advisor to Health & Safety and other site organizations, interpreting safety requirements, supporting facility assessments, and ensuring compliance with DOE, OSHA, NFPA 70E, and site procedures

Formación

• Advanced technical expertise in Hazardous Energy Control and electrical safety.
• Experience with nuclear facility maintenance, work control, and regulatory compliance.
• Strong knowledge of DOE, OSHA, NFPA 70E, and site procedures.

Responsabilidades

• Provide SME guidance for Hazardous Energy Control and LOTO.
• Interpret and clarify site procedures and regulatory requirements.
• Lead technical support for facility assessments, audits, and corrective actions.
• Interface with DOE, NNSA, and other regulatory bodies on technical matters.
• Mentor less-experienced technical staff and promote safety excellence.

Conocimientos

Hazardous Energy Control

LOTO

Electrical Safety

Nuclear Facility Maintenance

Regulatory Compliance

Educación

PhD

Master's Degree

Bachelor's Degree

Chemistry BS with Physics Minor

Herramientas

SRS Procedures 8Q-10

SRS Procedures 8Q-32

SRS Procedure 18Q-2

NFPA 70E

DOE Orders (422.1, 426.2, 433.1B)

Descripción del empleo

Spectra Tech, Inc. is hiring for an Advisory Engineer (Technical) in Aiken, South Carolina

Position Overview

We are seeking a highly experienced technical professional to provide senior-level expertise in Hazardous Energy Control (HEC), electrical safety, nuclear facility maintenance, and regulatory compliance.

The selected candidate will serve as a technical advisor to Health & Safety and other site organizations, providing guidance on complex technical issues, interpreting safety requirements, supporting facility assessments, and ensuring compliance with DOE, OSHA, NFPA, and site-specific procedures.

This position requires extensive nuclear facility experience, strong technical leadership, and the ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, regulatory organizations, and senior management.

Key Responsibilities

Hazardous Energy Control & Electrical Safety

• Serve as a technical advisor and subject matter expert (SME) for Hazardous Energy Control, Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), and electrical safety.
• Provide technical guidance on working near overhead electrical lines, critical piping, electrical conductors, and energized equipment.
• Interpret and clarify site procedures, including SRS Procedure Manuals 8Q-32, 8Q-10, and 18Q-2.
• Develop or assist with technical interpretation documents related to HEC and electrical safety requirements.
• Maintain knowledge of applicable DOE, OSHA, NFPA 70E, and site-specific safety requirements.

Nuclear Facility Operations & Compliance

• Provide technical guidance on nuclear facility maintenance, work control, operational safety, and regulatory compliance.
• Support facility assessments, audits, issue investigations, and corrective-action evaluations.
• Assist with occurrence reportability determinations and resolution of complex safety concerns.
• Interface with DOE, NNSA, and other regulatory organizations on technical and safety-related matters.
• Serve as a technical point of contact for Maintenance, Construction, Electrical, and Hazardous Energy matters when requested.

Technical Leadership & Program Development

• Identify complex technical challenges and develop recommendations for management.
• Recommend and support technical programs, research initiatives, and process improvements.
• Provide multidisciplinary technical leadership to resolve complex engineering and safety issues.
• Develop project plans, schedules, budgets, and resource requirements for major technical initiatives.
• Monitor project progress, expenditures, and quality of work.
• Prepare technical reports, presentations, and recommendations for management and oversight organizations.
• Mentor less-experienced technical professionals and subject matter experts.
• Support quality improvement initiatives and promote technical excellence.

Technical Committees & Site Support

• Participate in technical committees and multidisciplinary investigations.
• Support the development of Electrical Review Board Memorandums (ERBMs).
• Provide technical expertise for Senior Electrical Review Board (SERB) and Site Lockout Interpretation Committee (SLIC) activities, as applicable.
• Support facility evaluations, hazard analyses, and corrective-action planning.

Required Qualifications

Education & Experience

Candidates should possess an advanced level of technical expertise supported by education and extensive professional experience. Typical qualifications include:

• PhD: Approximately 15 years of relevant experience.
• Master's Degree: Approximately 17 years of relevant experience.
• Bachelor's Degree: Approximately 21 years of relevant experience.

Additional Education Listed:

• Bachelor of Science in Chemistry with a Minor in Physics.

Technical Requirements

• Extensive experience managing or supporting nuclear facility operations, including:
• Facility and electrical maintenance.
• Audits, assessments, and facility evaluations.
• Facility performance metrics.
• Conduct of Operations.
• DOE and site regulatory compliance.
• Working knowledge of the following regulations and requirements:
• OSHA 29 CFR 1910 and 1926.
• NFPA 70E – Electrical Safety in the Workplace.
• 10 CFR 851 – Worker Safety and Health Program.
• DOE Order 422.1 – Conduct of Operations.
• DOE Order 426.2 – Personnel Selection, Training, Qualification, and Certification.
• DOE Order 433.1B – Maintenance Management Program.
• Ability to provide senior-level technical guidance, resolve complex problems, and communicate effectively across multiple disciplines.

Preferred Qualifications

• More than 20 years of Savannah River Site (SRS) experience involving maintenance, work control, planning, scheduling, facility evaluations, occupational safety, electrical safety, and Hazardous Energy Control.
• Extensive knowledge of SRS maintenance, work control, electrical safety, hazard analysis, and facility assessment requirements.
• Experience interpreting or serving as an SME for SRS procedures, including:
• Procedure Manual 8Q-122 – Hazard Analysis Process.
• Procedure 8Q-10.
• Procedure 8Q-32.
• Career experience progressing through technical and leadership roles such as:
• Electrical & Instrumentation (E&I) Mechanic.
• Planner/Scheduler.
• Work Control or E&I Manager.
• Nuclear Facility Maintenance Manager.
• Facility Evaluator.
• Site Subject Matter Expert.
• Senior Technical Advisor.
• Experience supporting the Senior Electrical Review Board (SERB) or Site Lockout Interpretation Committee (SLIC), including the ability to serve as SLIC Chair or Co-Chair when needed.
• Previous DOE L or Q security clearance held within the past two years.

Security Clearance Requirements

• Must be able to obtain and maintain a DOE Q Security Clearance.
• An active DOE clearance is not required at the time of application.
• The selected candidate will be notified when to initiate the clearance process based on assigned responsibilities.
• Candidates who have held an active DOE L or Q clearance within the past two years are preferred.

At Spectra Tech, Inc., our recruitment team is powered by real people in real time—personally reviewing every application with care and integrity. We take pride in identifying and recruiting top-tier talent while maintaining full alignment with federal regulations, EEOC standards, and fair hiring practices that reflect our commitment to excellence and equity

Spectra Tech, Inc. is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. It is the policy of the Company to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. We are also an E-verify employer.

U.S. Citizenship and Employment Authorization Requirements

Due to applicable federal contractual and/or regulatory requirements associated with this position, U.S. citizenship is required. Spectra Tech, Inc. does not provide employment-based visa sponsorship for this position, either now or in the future. All applicants must satisfy the applicable eligibility requirements for employment.