System Engineer

Boston Government Services, LLC (BGS); Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401K

Paid vacation

Disability insurance

Job summary

Boston Government Services, LLC (BGS) is seeking a Cognizant System Engineer/Technical Authority for the Y12 project. The role requires coordinating configuration management, assessing system health and performance, and providing technical responsibility for plant operability and maintenance at the Y-12 National Security Complex in Oak Ridge, TN.

The successful candidate will have an ABET-accredited engineering degree (Electrical, Chemical, or Mechanical) and 10+ years of direct experience, U.S.

Qualifications

• ABET accredited Bachelor's Degree in Electrical, Chemical, or Mechanical Engineering.
• Successful drug screening.
• Eligible to obtain and maintain a security or clearance badge.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate configuration management activities for the assigned system(s).
• Assess system health and performance; provide technical responsibility for operability and maintenance.
• Prepare configuration control/design change packages; evaluate impact of changes on safety bases.
• Perform troubleshooting and improvement activities; apply expertise to resolve issues with other disciplines.

Skills

Configuration management

System health assessment

Troubleshooting

Electrical systems knowledge

Electro-mechanical systems

Education

ABET accredited Bachelor's Degree in Electrical, Chemical, or Mechanical Engineering

Job description

BGS is an engineering, technology, and security firm helping to advance missions of national importance for government programs, national laboratories, national security facilities, nuclear operations, and complex projects. We support clients at every stage, from strategic planning and program management to the execution of engineering and technical activities. We work to attract and retain the best talent because the best talent delivers the best results for our clients. Our capabilities are based on our experience in complex, secure, and highly regulated environments. We leverage our experience and capabilities to provide mission-driven solutions tuned to our client's mission needs and strategic direction.

Work that Matters. People that Matter More.At BGS, we believe meaningful work starts with great people. We foster a culture built on respect, collaboration, and accountability—where employees are empowered to contribute ideas, grow professionally, and make an impact. We care about our employees’ well-being through competitive benefits, clear expectations, and an environment that values both excellence and connection.

Where You’ll Work

The Y12 National Security Complex located in Oak Ridge, TN, plays a vital role in the U.S. Department of Energy’s Nuclear Security Enterprise. Y-12 provides manufacturing, technical, and scientific expertise to produce components, subassemblies, and quality evaluations to sustain a U.S. nuclear deterrent; reduce the threat from weapons of mass destruction; supply nuclear material to the Naval Reactors Program; and provide solutions to other emerging national security challenges. Y-12 has developed state-of-the-art capabilities in three core areas: nuclear technology and materials, security and consequence management, and manufacturing and technical services. Y-12 lends its specialized expertise to other federal agencies, such as the U.S. Departments of Defense and Homeland Security, state and local governments, and private-sector companies. Projects at Y-12 include providing protective equipment to soldiers in combat, training National Guard units for radiological emergencies, and creating machining platforms that improve production and efficiency.

Learn more about Y12 visit: https://www.y12.doe.gov/

About The Role

As a Cognizant System Engineer/Technical Authority for assigned systems, the subcontractor will do the following: coordinate configuration management activities, assess system health and performance, and provide overall technical responsibility for plant system operability and maintenance activities.

Responsibilities

• Works in conjunction with the Configuration Management program for the assigned system(s).
• Prepare configuration control/design change packages for tasks.
• Evaluates the impact of proposed changes and/or modifications to approved safety authorization bases for facilities.
• Performs troubleshooting and improvement activities.
• Applies the systems and equipment expertise needed to resolve technical system and equipment issues in cooperation with other related disciplines.
• Electrical positions requires knowledge of electrical systems with a preferred knowledge in one of the following:
  • Manufacturing process equipment.
  • Industrial electrical equipment.
  • Facility related electrical systems.
  • Electromagnetics.
  • Electrostatic discharge.
  • And/or lightning protection.
• Mechanical positions require knowledge of electro-mechanical systems with a preferred knowledge in one of the following:
  • Manufacturing process equipment.
  • Industrial mechanical equipment.
  • Facility related mechanical systems.

Requirements

• ABET accredited Bachelor's Degree in Electrical, Chemical, or Mechanical Engineering and a minimum of 10 years direct experience.
• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• Successful drug screening.
• Must be eligible to obtain and maintain a security or clearance badge.
• Requires a U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Q security clearance; however, all qualified candidates will be considered regardless of their current clearance status.

Location/Work Arrangement

• This position is a fully onsite position at the Y12 National Security Complex in Oak Ridge, Tennessee.
• Typical work schedule will be Mon.-Thur. 10-hour days (4/10 schedule).

Benefits

BGS offers a competitive total compensation package to eligible employees. Benefits include Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Paid Vacation, 401K, Long and Short-Term Disability.

Eeo

BGS is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.