UPF Engineering Process Commissioning Specialist

Boston Government Services, LLC (BGS); Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision care

Life Insurance

Paid Vacation

401K

Job summary

Boston Government Services, LLC (BGS) seeks a UPF Engineering Process Commissioning Specialist to support the Y12 National Security Complex in Oak Ridge, TN. The role focuses on validating safety basis and design requirements and leading readiness activities for UPF systems.

The position requires a ABET‑accredited engineering degree with 5+ years of relevant experience, U.S. citizenship, and DOE Q clearance eligibility; on-site, full-time work.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering from ABET-accredited program with at least 5 years of relevant experience.
• Must meet DOE O 426.2A requirements (engineering or related science degree; specified experience).
• U.S. citizen; eligible for security clearance; drug screening completed.
• DOE Q security clearance required; all qualified candidates considered.

Responsibilities

• Technical adequacy review of safety basis and related documents.
• Review drawings and specifications implementing safety basis requirements.
• Validate implementation of technical design requirements in documents.
• Verify acceptance testing results align with design criteria and safety basis.
• Lead facility and systems readiness by preparing readiness evidence packages.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Coordination

Leadership

Stakeholder communication

Education

ABET-accredited engineering degree

Job description

Boston Government Services (BGS) is seeking a Uranium Processing Facility (UPF) Engineering Process Commissioning Specialist 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. 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

UPF Engineering Process Commissioning Specialist will be responsible for ensuring validation and implementation of UPF safety basis and technical design requirements in preparation for readiness. Candidate Duties will include, but not be limited to:

Responsibilities

• Technical adequacy review of safety basis and safety basis support documents.
• Technical adequacy review of drawings, specifications and other design documents that implement safety basis requirements.
• Validation and verification of implementation of technical design requirements in drawings, specifications and other design documents.
• Verifying results of acceptance testing to ensure that design criteria and safety basis requirements are adequately demonstrated.
• Lead facility and systems operational readiness by preparation and verification of readiness affirmation evidence packages.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering from an Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET) accredited program. [Chemistry, Physics, or related] AND a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience.
• Must meet the requirements of DOE O 426.2A (i.e., B.S. degree in engineering or related scientific major; 2 years job-related and 1 year nuclear experience; or a DOE O 426.2A alternative).
• 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.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in coordinating engineering effort.
• Demonstrated technical capabilities, leadership, and work ethic.
• Ability to work in a project team environment and communicate well with other disciplines, customers, and stakeholders.

Location/Work Arrangement:

• This position is a fully onsite position at the Y12 National Security Complex in Oak Ridge, Tennessee.
• Schedule is full-time, Monday - Friday 40-hour week.

Benefits

• Benefits include Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Paid Vacation, 401K, Long and Short-Term Disability.

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.

Exclusive Agreement Disclaimer

BGS has standing contracts with federal agencies throughout the United States. We require an affirmative exclusive agreement to represent all candidates to our clients. By submitting this application, you are consenting to allow BGS to represent you as a candidate for the role in which you are applying.

Schedule is full-time, Monday - Friday 40-hour week.