CSU Test Engineer

Spectra Tech, Inc.; Oak Ridge (TN); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Spectra Tech, Inc. seeks a CSU Test Engineer in Oak Ridge, TN to provide technical expertise and support for CSU project activities, including test planning and documentation.

The role requires 5+ years of relevant experience, a B.S. in engineering, U.S. citizenship, and compliance with DOE O 426.2A; overtime and day/night shifts may be required, with emphasis on safety and quality.

Qualifications

• Y-12 procedures, programs and processes knowledge.
• CSU Test Engineer experience.
• In-depth knowledge of NFPA 70E.
• Nuclear and/or DOE experience.
• Experience supporting operational readiness reviews.
• Familiarity with NQA-1 quality requirements.

Responsibilities

• Support CSU activities: installation configuration validation, test planning, test document development.
• Schedule and assist CSU execution planning including sequencing and resource requirements.
• Prepare equipment test records and pre-operational testing binders.
• Participate in construction-to-CSU turnover walkdowns.
• Coordinate with construction field engineers for turnover activities.
• Initiate and track punch list items from testing.
• Perform and monitor equipment testing to ensure conformance with design and test procedures.

Skills

Y-12 procedures

CSU Test Engineer experience

NFPA 70E

nuclear/DOE experience

operational readiness reviews

NQA-1 quality requirements

Education

ABET-accredited Engineering degree

Job description

Spectra Tech, Inc. is hiring for a CSU Test Engineer in Oak Ridge, TN

The CSU Test Engineer reports to the CSU Director/Manager within the Project Management organization. The selected candidate will provide technical expertise, training, input, and consultative support for Commissioning and Startup (CSU) project activities.

CSU participates in testing planning, turnover coordination, material management, quantities verification, quality control, and environmental, safety, and health activities. This position requires overtime and support for both day and night shifts.

Responsibilities

General

• Support Commissioning and Startup (CSU) activities, including:
  • Installation configuration validation
  • Test planning
  • Test document development
• Schedule and assist with planning CSU execution activities, including sequencing and resource requirements for assigned projects
• Prepare equipment test records and pre-operational testing binders
• Participate in construction-to-CSU turnover walkdowns
• Coordinate with construction field engineers to support component and system turnover activities
• Initiate and track punch list items developed during testing
• Perform and monitor equipment testing to ensure:
  • Conformance with design requirements
  • Compliance with approved test procedures
• Ensure work is performed safely and supports project schedule and cost objectives

Knowledge & Skills

• Previous experience with Y-12 procedures, programs, and processes
• Previous experience as a CSU Test Engineer
• In-depth knowledge of NFPA 70E
• Previous commercial nuclear and/or Department of Energy (DOE) experience
• Experience supporting operational readiness reviews
• Working knowledge of NQA-1 quality requirements

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering from an ABET-accredited program, or related scientific discipline such as:
  • Chemistry
  • Physics
  • Related technical field
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience
• Must meet the requirements of DOE O 426.2A, including:
  • B.S. degree in Engineering or related scientific discipline
  • Minimum of 2 years job-related experience
  • Minimum of 1 year nuclear experience
  • Or equivalent DOE O 426.2A alternative qualification
• Must be a U.S. Citizen
• Successful completion of drug screening

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous Y-12 experience
• Prior Commissioning and Startup (CSU) experience within DOE facilities
• Experience supporting NQA-1 quality programs
• Experience supporting facility readiness assessments and operational readiness reviews

Work Requirements

• Overtime may be required
• Day and night shift support required
• Ability to support field activities within an active construction and startup environment

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.