Architectural Engineer

Y-12 National Security Complex; Oak Ridge (TN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous pay and benefits

Career advancement and professional development programs

Wellness initiatives and flexible work options

Onsite workout facilities and healthy cafeterias

Job summary

Y-12 National Security Complex in Oak Ridge, TN is seeking an Architectural Engineer to develop architectural design packages and provide technical assessments. You will collaborate with project engineers and manage design reviews while ensuring compliance with government policies.

This role requires a strong educational background in architecture, with a focus on technical problem-solving and effective communication. Benefits include flexible work options, career advancement programs, and comprehensive health plans.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Architecture degree with minimum GPA requirements.
• Professional experience may supersede GPA after four years.
• Understanding of DOE O 426.2 requirements.

Responsibilities

• Develop high-quality architectural design packages.
• Provide oversight and review of outside AE designs.
• Collaborate with integrated project teams on engineering efforts.

Skills

Understanding of technical principles in architecture

Technical solutions for difficult problems

Working knowledge of related disciplines

Communication skills

Computer-aided design proficiency

Education

Bachelor of Architecture degree from an NAAB accredited school

Master of Architecture degree from an NAAB accredited school

Doctor of Architecture degree from an NAAB accredited school

Tools

MicroStation CAD

Job description

Location: Oak Ridge, TN

Job Title: Architectural Engineer

Career Level From: Associate

Career Level To: Senior Specialist

Organization: HVAC/Civil/Str/Arc Fac Design (51384090)

Job Specialty: Core Engineering

What You'll Do

Develop high-quality architectural design packages and conceptual planning efforts for Y-12 Division Managed Design Engineering. Provide technical assessments, studies, programming, code reviews, MicroStation CAD work, oversight and review of outside AE designs, field work, preparation of equipment layouts and floor plans and equipment travel paths. Cooperatively work as a member of integrated project teams with the Project Engineer, other disciplines, outside contractors, construction forces, architecture engineering firms, customers and management.

The successful candidate must apply an understanding of technical principles, theories and concepts in architecture. Provide technical solutions to a wide range of difficult problems through designs and design reviews. Architecture and design work will primarily focus on industrial buildings, project planning and oversight, equipment installations, building modifications, and roofing maintenance packages. The employee will be required to comply with Government, Company and departmental policy, procedures and requirements. Duties also include developing and implementing improvements to the department processes and references. This position requires self‑motivation and skills in understanding and application of technical principles, theories, and concepts in the architectural field. Working knowledge of other related disciplines and how those disciplines interface with architectural systems is also required.

What You Can Expect

• 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

Minimum Job Requirements

• Bachelor of Architecture degree from an NAAB accredited school with a minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA
• Master of Architecture degree from an NAAB accredited school with a minimum 3.3 cumulative GPA
• Doctor of Architecture degree from an NAAB accredited school with a minimum 3.5 cumulative GPA

The minimum GPA requirements apply up to four (4) years post-graduation at the time of job offer and must be confirmed by official transcript. Beyond four (4) years from graduation, professional experience will supersede GPA as a requirement for employment.

In addition, the applicant must meet the requirements of DOE O 426.2 (i.e., Baccalaureate in engineering, architecture, or related science, 2 years job-related and at least 1 year nuclear experience, or a DOE O 426.2 alternative). DOE 426.2 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.

Preferred Job Requirements

• Knowledge of related engineering disciplines
• Knowledge of related architectural systems, applications of architectural and construction methods and materials, and application of computers
• Knowledge of industry regulatory standards and design criteria pertinent to various engineering and architecture disciplines
• Skills in effective planning, writing, organization, communication, schedule compliance, and design management
• Computer-literate and have good working knowledge of software tools that support architectural design activities including computer-aided design
• Ability to prepare, read, and/or interpret complex engineering/architecture drawings
• Ability to conduct formal presentations to plant personnel and other interested parties
• Ability to review projects for technical accuracy
• Ability to present information clearly and effectively through the oral and written word

Why Y-12?

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.

Notes

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. Position may require entry into Materials Access Areas (MAA) and participation in the Human Reliability Program (HRP). If HRP is required, candidate must complete a counterintelligence-scope polygraph, pursuant to 10CFR 709. Medical requirements may apply.

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 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.