Radioisotope Processing Facility (RPF) Modular Hot Cell Program Manager

Oak Ridge National Laboratory; Oak Ridge (TN); On-site; USD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation Assistance

Health Insurance

Flexible relocation package

Job summary

Oak Ridge National Laboratory is seeking a seasoned Modular Hot Cell Program Manager to lead the design, fabrication, testing, delivery, and integration of modular hot cell systems within the Radioisotope Processing Facility (RPF).

You will guide engineering, construction, operations, safety, procurement, quality assurance, and project controls to meet safety, quality, cost, schedule, and technical performance goals.

Qualifications

• MS degree in science, engineering, or other related field and 15+ years of relevant experience.
• At least 10 years of engineering management and/or technical project management experience.
• Experience in design, fabrication, delivery and assembly of custom fabricated NQA-1 compliant equipment for the US Department of Energy.
• Experience with DOE O 413.3B projects.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Project Director in identifying and defining the project scope, and establishing and managing the project’s technical WBS, schedule, cost estimates and actual costs, earned value reporting and baseline change control.
• Support the Project Director with communicating and reporting project status and performance information to all DOE stakeholders, ORNL staff members and collaborators.
• Participating as a member of the Integrated Project Team.
• Participate as a member of the RPF Project Change Control Board.
• This role will be the Control Account Manager (CAM) for the modular hot cell program
• Ensure compliance with Environment, Safety and Health (ES&H) and QA requirements.
• Provide leadership at the project level to create a success-oriented project culture.
• Prepare presentations for, and responses to recommendations from, technical reviews and/or advisory committees.
• Represent the RPF Project by participating in and presenting project information at reviews, conferences, and workshops.
• Deliver ORNL’s mission by aligning behaviors, priorities, and interactions with our core values of Impact, Integrity, Teamwork, Safety, and Service. Promote equal opportunity by fostering a respectful workplace – in how we treat one another, work together, and measure success.

Skills

Leadership

Engineering management

Technical project management

NQA-1 compliance

Education

MS degree in science or engineering

Professional Engineer License

Job description

Radioisotope Processing Facility (RPF) Modular Hot Cell Program Manager

The Modular Hot Cell Program Manager is accountable to the Radioisotope Processing Facility (RPF) Project Director for providing strategic leadership, technical direction, and project oversight for the design, procurement, fabrication, testing, delivery, and integration of the facility's modular hot cell systems. As a key member of the RPF leadership team, this individual is responsible for ensuring the successful execution of the modular hot cell program while meeting project objectives for safety, quality, cost, schedule, and technical performance.

RPF is a transformational Department of Energy capital asset project at Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) that will expand the nation's radioisotope processing capabilities through the deployment of innovative modular hot cell technology. The facility will serve as a cornerstone of the nation's isotope production infrastructure, supporting critical medical, industrial, and research missions. The Modular Hot Cell Program Manager will work closely with engineering, construction, operations, safety, procurement, quality assurance, and project controls organizations to deliver a state-of-the-art processing capability that strengthens U.S. leadership in isotope research and production while enabling future flexibility through advanced modular design and automation technologies.

The Modular Hot Cell Program Manager works with the Project Director to provide technical leadership to the RPF modular Hot Cell programs technical systems, ensuring that the project’s technical, budget and schedule performance objectives are achieved in a safe and compliant manner. The MHC Program Manager has direct responsibility for the design, fabrication, testing, installation, and commissioning of the RPF modular hot cells. This position has the latitude to exercise broad management judgment consistent with the Project Director’s direction. The MHC Program Manager is a core member of the Integrated Project Team.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist the Project Director in identifying and defining the project scope, and establishing and managing the project’s technical WBS, schedule, cost estimates and actual costs, earned value reporting and baseline change control.
• Support the Project Director with communicating and reporting project status and performance information to all DOE stakeholders, ORNL staff members and collaborators.
• Participating as a member of the Integrated Project Team.
• Participate as a member of the RPF Project Change Control Board.
• This role will be the Control Account Manager (CAM) for the modular hot cell program
• Ensure compliance with Environment, Safety and Health (ES&H) and QA requirements.
• Provide leadership at the project level to create a success-oriented project culture.
• Prepare presentations for, and responses to recommendations from, technical reviews and/or advisory committees.
• Represent the RPF Project by participating in and presenting project information at reviews, conferences, and workshops.
• Deliver ORNL’s mission by aligning behaviors, priorities, and interactions with our core values of Impact, Integrity, Teamwork, Safety, and Service. Promote equal opportunity by fostering a respectful workplace – in how we treat one another, work together, and measure success.

Basic Qualifications:

• MS degree in science, engineering, or other related field and 15+ years of relevant experience
• At least 10 years of engineering management and/or technical project management experience
• Experience in design, fabrication, delivery and assembly of custom fabricated NQA-1 compliant equipment for the US Department of Energy
• Experience with DOE O 413.3B projects

Preferred Qualifications:

• Proven, successful management of engineering teams within large, complex scientific/technical projects.
• A Professional Engineer License

Special Requirements:

• Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
• This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a clearance from the Department of Energy. As such, this position is a Workplace Substance Abuse (WSAP) testing designated position. WSAP positions require passing a pre-placement drug test and participation in an ongoing random drug testing program.

About ORNL:

As a U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Office of Science national laboratory, ORNL has an impressive 80-year legacy of addressing the nation’s most pressing challenges. Our team is made up of over 7,000 dedicated and innovative individuals! Our goal is to create an environment where a variety of perspectives and backgrounds are valued, ensuring ORNL is known as a top choice for employment. These principles are essential for supporting our broader mission to drive scientific breakthroughs and translate them into solutions for energy, environmental, and security challenges facing the nation.

ORNL offers competitive pay and benefits programs to attract and retain individuals who demonstrate exceptional work behaviors. The laboratory provides a range of employee benefits, including medical and retirement plans and flexible work hours, to support the well‑being of you and your family. Employee amenities such as on‑site fitness, banking, and cafeteria facilities are also available for added convenience.

Other benefits include the following:

• Prescription Drug Plan
• Dental Plan
• Vision Plan
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Contributory Pension Plan
• Life Insurance
• Disability Benefits
• Generous Vacation and Holidays
• Parental Leave
• Legal Insurance with Identity Theft Protection
• Employee Assistance Plan
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Health Savings Accounts
• Wellness Programs
• Educational Assistance
• Relocation Assistance
• Employee Discounts

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Relocation:

Moving can be overwhelming and expensive. UT-Battelle offers a generous relocation package to ease the transition process. Domestic and international relocation assistance is available for certain positions. If invited to interview, be sure to ask your Recruiter (Talent Acquisition Partner) for details.

This position will remain open for a minimum of 5 days after which it will close when a qualified candidate is identified and/or hired.

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ORNL is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants, including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans, are encouraged to apply. UT-Battelle is an E-Verify employer.