Gas Testing Engineer for Isotope Enrichment R&D

Oak Ridge National Laboratory

Oak Ridge (TN)

On-site

USD 90,000 - 130,000

Full time

14 days+

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Flexible hours

Job summary

Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) seeks a Gas Testing Engineer to drive development, analysis, and interpretation of gas testing experiments supporting isotope enrichment science. This role lies in the Gas Testing & Simulation Group within the Centrifuge Science Section, Isotope Engineering and Science Directorate.

You will design and execute comprehensive test plans, collect and analyze data, and report findings to senior staff.

Qualifications

BS degree in Chemical/Nuclear/Mechanical/Electrical/Aerospace Engineering with at least 4 years of relevant experience.
Strong fundamentals in chemical process unit operations, separations, and chemical reaction science.
Experience working in cross-disciplinary teams.
Ability to prepare and interpret complex test plans and document results.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

Characterize isotope enrichment centrifuges and related processes for optimal parameters.
Develop and execute complex test plans with data collection and interpretation.
Document work in technical reports and presentations; help develop research proposals.
Produce peer‑reviewed reports describing methods and conclusions from data.
Collaborate with PI, engineers, technicians, and operations staff.
Post-process data to support model validation efforts.
Contribute to design and fabrication plans with stakeholders.
Ensure compliance with ES&H and QA requirements.
Support ORNL mission by upholding core values of Impact, Integrity, Teamwork, Safety, and Service.