Senior System Engineer, DOE/Q Cleared

Akima; Oak Ridge (TN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Akima is seeking engineering personnel for a staff augmentation team supporting the Department of Energy at Y‑12 National Security Complex in Oak Ridge, TN. Candidates must have an ABET-accredited engineering degree and 5+ years of relevant experience.

This role includes responsibilities such as troubleshooting, support for machining operations, and requires Q clearance. Candidates also must be U.S. citizens and pass pre-employment requirements, including drug screening.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of relevant professional experience.
• Q clearance required.
• Pre-employment drug screen required for external applicants.

Responsibilities

• Support machining center installations and production operations.
• Provide troubleshooting and improvement activities.
• Resolve technical system and equipment issues.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Strong communication skills

Integrated Safety Management

Education

ABET-accredited BS degree in engineering

Tools

Mechanical systems

Electrical systems

Job description

Akima is seeking engineering personnel for a staff augmentation team supporting the Department of Energy at Y‑12 National Security Complex in Oak Ridge, TN. Candidates must have an ABET-accredited engineering degree and 5+ years of relevant experience.

This role includes responsibilities such as troubleshooting, support for machining operations, and requires Q clearance. Candidates also must be U.S. citizens and pass pre-employment requirements, including drug screening.