Technical Advisor

Knoxville Technology Council; Oak Ridge (TN); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Comprehensive benefits package

On-site amenities

Job summary

ORNL in Oak Ridge, TN, seeks a technical advisor for Bethel Valley Hot Cell facilities within NNFD. This role covers Safety Basis implementation, radioactive material inventory tracking, and MBAR duties, with potential to act as Facility Manager and Operations Group Lead liaison for corrective actions.

The position requires a BS in Engineering with 5+ years nuclear experience, DOE Q clearance, and strong documentation and communication skills. Relocation and comprehensive benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• BS degree in Engineering with at least 5 years of nuclear-related experience.
• Experience scheduling and prioritizing research tasks with strong customer service skills.
• Teamwork, organizational skills, and ability to adapt to changing priorities.
• Ability to work and communicate with diverse teams and hold a DOE Q security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Review changes to the Documented Safety Analysis (DSA) and track actions to completion.
• Coordinate development of safety software and QA requirements for inventory control systems.
• Improve inventory tracking programs and ensure accurate facility inventory.
• Screen inventory transfers, forecast changes, and assign data values to outgoing materials.
• Maintain records and ledgers per nuclear material accounting principles.
• Serve as MBAR and primary contact with NMC&A staff for the MBA.
• Perform Physical Inventory and NMC&A reconciliations.
• Ensure DSA compliance, investigate issues, and track corrective actions.
• Align actions with ORNL core values of Impact, Integrity, Teamwork, Safety, and Service.

Skills

Scheduling and prioritization

Teamwork

Communication

Customer service

Education

BS in Engineering

BS in Nuclear Engineering

Tools

Excel

Access

Word

Job description

Overview

This position will serve as the technical advisor to the Bethel Valley Hot Cell facilities within Nonreactor Nuclear Facilities Division (NNFD). This position has multiple roles including Safety Basis Implementation, Radioactive Material Inventory Tracking and Evaluation, serving as the facility Material Balance Area Representative (MBAR), and Conduct of Operations Implementation. The Safety Basis documents are Department of Energy (DOE) approved documents that govern the operation of our nuclear facilities and failure to comply with the requirements can result in reportable occurrences and fines for the organization. Many of these activities impact multiple NNFD facilities. In addition to these duties, this position may serve as the Facility Manager and Operations Group Lead liaison for conducting assessments and developing corrective actions for inventory related requirements.

Requisition Id 16894

Major Duties And Responsibilities

• Review any relevant changes to the Documented Safety Analysis (DSA), develop implementing actions, and track the actions to completion via an approved implementation process.
• Coordinate the development of safety software and software QA requirements for the inventory control systems including transportation activities, radioactive material inventory, fissionable material inventory, and accountable nuclear material inventory.
• Continuously improve accounting strategies and inventory tracking programs to ensure facility inventory is accurately maintained.
• Screen inventory transfers, forecast future inventory changes, make recommendations on acceptance of materials, and provide process knowledge to assign inventory data values to outgoing radioactive materials.
• Maintain records and control ledgers in accordance with stringent nuclear material accounting principles to accurately reflect the inventory on hand by number of discrete pieces, material type, material form, radioisotope, container information, and location.
• Serve as the facility MBAR and serve as the primary point of contact with Nuclear Material Control and Accountability (NMC&A) staff to oversee the MBA.
• Perform Physical Inventory, Inventory Reconciliation, and other NMC&A assessments.
• Ensure compliance with the DSA, investigate issues that arise within the facility, propose recommended implementing/corrective actions to the facility management team, and track the actions to completion.
• 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

• BS degree in Engineering with a minimum of 5 years of relevant nuclear related experience. A comparable or an equivalent combination of education and applicable experience.
• Experience in scheduling and prioritization of research tasks and strong customer service skills.
• Exceptional teamwork skills, computer skills (Microsoft Excel, Access, and Word), organizational skills, and strong personal motivation with the ability to adjust to changing priorities.
• Demonstrated ability to work and communicate effectively with diverse teams of operations staff, research professionals, and technicians.
• Ability to hold and maintain a DOE Q security clearance is required.

Preferred Qualifications

• BS in Nuclear Engineering
• Familiarity with Nuclear Safety Basis documentation and associated controls (specifically nuclear inventory control).
• Familiarity with Nuclear Criticality Safety and Nuclear Material Control and Accountability processes.
• Strong familiarity with radioisotope symbology, chart of the nuclides, and relative isotopic hazards.
• Ability to work as an active and contributing team member, manage time, and work independently with minimum oversight.
• Active DOE Q Security Clearance
• Ability to accomplish multiple tasks in a complex environment with attention to detail and thoroughness.
• Ability to handle potentially stressful situations.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.

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, and Employee Discounts.

If you have difficulty using the online application system or need an accommodation to apply due to a disability, please email: [e-mail].

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.

We accept Word (.doc, .docx), Adobe (unsecured .pdf), Rich Text Format (.rtf), and HTML (.htm, .html) up to 5MB in size. Resumes from third party vendors will not be accepted; these resumes will be deleted and the candidates submitted will not be considered for employment.

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.