Level 1/2 Nuclear Remote Systems Engineer

Idaho National Laboratory; Idaho Falls (ID); Remote; USD 66,000 - 162,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Relocation package

Job summary

Idaho National Laboratory in Idaho Falls is seeking a Nuclear Remote Systems Engineer to join the Hot Cell Instrumentation and Data team. The role focuses on designing, operating, and maintaining remotely operated systems in harsh hot-cell environments.

The position offers a 4x10 schedule with Fridays off, located at the Materials and Fuels Complex. Candidates must have a relevant engineering degree and be eligible for a DOE clearance; relocation benefits may apply.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in mechanical, electrical, or nuclear engineering or related field from ABET-accredited institution.
• 2 years of experience for Level 2; Master's 0 years; PhD 0 years.
• U.S. Citizenship and ability to obtain DOE L clearance.

Responsibilities

• Develop and produce remotely operated process equipment for hot-cell and glove-box applications.
• Provide engineering solutions for specialized equipment designs (one-of-a-kind).
• Design and modify processes and handling equipment for remote operations.

Skills

Problem solving

Communication

GD&T interpretation

Remote-handling

Team collaboration

Education

ABET-accredited engineering degree

Bachelor of Science in engineering

Tools

CAD

Drafting standards

Job description

Job Description

Idaho National Laboratory is hiring a Nuclear Remote Systems Engineer to work on the Hot Cell Instrumentation and Data team. Our team works a 4x10 schedule located out of our Materials and Fuels Complex (MFC) with every Friday off.

This position is located at our Materials and Fuels Complex, which hosts the core of the U.S. nuclear research and development capabilities with a diverse array of facilities designed for remote work on highly irradiated fuels and materials. A new fuel idea can be designed, fabricated, tested, and analyzed at MFC to better understand the effects of irradiation. Many groups, such as universities, industry partners, other national laboratories, international research organizations, and other federal agencies are working at MFC.

The Nuclear Remote Systems Engineer develops, operates, and maintains remotely operated mechanical systems and hot cell equipment in support of advanced nuclear research at the Materials and Fuels Complex (MFC). This role collaborates closely with researchers, technicians, operators, and scientists across the full equipment lifecycle from conceptual design and mockups through fabrication oversight, installation, and long-term configuration management.

Essential Job Functions and Responsibilities

• Responsible for the development and production of remotely operated process equipment/systems for use in the harsh environments represented in hot-cell and glove-box applications. Support of the operation and maintenance of remotely operated process equipment/systems and technical baseline.
• Provide imaginative and practical engineering solutions to research related programmatic issues and challenges where highly specialized equipment solutions are required to be designed (typically one-of-kind design).
• Design and development of new processes and handling equipment. Design systems, equipment, and fixturing, for remote applications.
• Modify existing process equipment/systems to support new missions. Adapt commercially available equipment for remote applications. Install and qualify (Mockup) of new Post Irradiation Examination (PIE) and test equipment & Instrumentation.
• Serve as a technical interface between nuclear facility, principal investigators, projects and programs.
• Support research through process development, operation and data analysis of nuclear fuel and material measurements in Nuclear Facilities.
• Interact with research personnel to establish experiment specific requirements for remote processes and examinations.
• Complete design reviews and verification.
• Configuration management of assigned systems and Engineering Change (EC) process.
• May be responsible for procurement, quality level determination, scheduling, and cost estimating for small projects.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Use scientific rules and methods to solve problems.
• Identify complex problems and review related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
• Ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with both operations staff and research scientists.
• Working knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) principles and ability to interpret GD&T callouts on engineering drawings.

Minimum Requirements

• Level 1: Bachelor of Science degree in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, nuclear engineering, or a directly related engineering field from an ABET-accredited institution or other related field.
• Level 2: Bachelor of Science degree in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, nuclear engineering, or a directly related engineering field from an ABET-accredited institution or other related field and 2 years of experience. Master's and 0 years of experience. PhD and 0 years of experience.
• Must be a US Citizen and have the ability and willingness to obtain and maintain a DOE "L" clearance.

Ideal Candidate Possesses

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with demonstrated ability to work effectively with both operations staff and research scientists.
• Working knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) principles and the ability to interpret GD&T callouts on engineering drawings.
• Exposure to mechanical or electrical design tools (CAD, drafting standards) through academic projects, internships, or co-ops.
• Willingness to learn remote-handling and hot-cell equipment design principles under the mentorship of senior engineers.

Job Information:

• The pay range for this position is: Level 1 $ 66,504 - 136,356/ Level 2 $79,344 - $162,732. At Idaho National Laboratory compensation decisions are determined using factors such as education, relevant experience, and other credentials.
• Multi-Level: This is a multi-level posting and you will be placed at the appropriate level dependent on depth and breadth of proven experience and skills.
• TDP: This is a testing designated position; you will be required to submit to a pre-employment drug screen and periodic drug testing throughout the term of your employment.

Physical Requirements:

While performing the duties of this classification, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, stoop, kneel, bend, and work in an office and laboratory environment. The job requires hand/finger dexterity to keyboard or type, handle materials, manipulate tools, and reach with hands and arms. The job requires operation of job-related equipment and driving a vehicle. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Sufficient visual acuity and hearing capacity to perform the essential functions and interact with people is required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

About Us

Benefits and Relocation

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401(k) with a 4.2% employer contribution and up to 4.8% match (regular positions) or self-contribute access (postdoctoral positions)
• Paid time off (personal leave)
• Employee Education Program (tuition assistance for eligible positions)
• Comprehensive Relocation Package
• Benefit eligibility subject to multiple factors, including employment status and position classification.

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