Systems Engineer

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, Vision insurance

Paid Vacation

401K

Long and Short-Term Disability

Job summary

An engineering and technology firm is seeking a Systems Engineer to support operations at the Y12 National Security Complex in Oak Ridge, TN. This role involves supporting machining center installations, troubleshooting, and applying systems expertise in a nuclear regulated environment. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree in engineering and a minimum of 5 years' relevant experience, along with an active DOE Q security clearance. BGS offers a competitive benefits package and values inclusivity in its culture.

Qualifications

• 5 or more years of relevant professional experience.
• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• Successful drug screening.
• Active U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Q security clearance required.

Responsibilities

• Support new machining center installations.
• Perform troubleshooting and improvement activities.
• Apply systems expertise to resolve technical issues.
• Demonstrate professional understanding of nuclear regulated environments.
• Perform work in a production environment.

Skills

Machining background experience

Systems and equipment expertise

Conduct of Engineering understanding

Troubleshooting skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering from an ABET accredited program

Tools

Mechanical systems

Electrical systems

Job description

BGS is seeking a Systems Engineer to support our clients at the Y12 National Security Complex in Oak Ridge, Tennessee.

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.

We are passionate about our culture! At BGS, we hire people who will bring their whole self to work each day because we value operating with openness and inclusivity, welcoming and respecting all. BGS cares for each employee’s well-being by offering a comprehensive benefit package and providing a culture of exciting work, excellence, and fun.

If you align with BGS’ company values and culture, we would love for you to explore opportunities to join our growing team by checking out the job description below!

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/

Responsibilities

• Support new machining center installations and/or existing machining production operations through supporting configuration management activities, various paperwork activities, troubleshooting, and maintenance activities.
• Demonstrate machining background experience.
• Perform troubleshooting and improvement activities.
• Apply systems and equipment expertise needed to resolve technical system and equipment issues in cooperation with other related disciplines.
• Demonstrate a professional understanding of Conduct of Engineering, Conduct of Operations, and Conduct of Maintenance for facilities operating within a nuclear regulated environment.
• Perform work in a production environment.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering from an Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET) accredited program plus 5 or more years of relevant professional experience.
• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• Successful drug screening.
• Requires an active U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Q security clearance.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with systems and equipment experience in mechanical and electrical systems.
• Experience in an NRC or DOE regulated environment.

Location/Work Arrangement

• This position is a fully onsite position at the Y12 National Security Complex in Oak Ridge, Tennessee.
• M-Th 40 hrs./week with potential for occasional overtime.

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.