UPF Engineering Process Commissioning Specialist

Boston Government Services, LLC; Oak Ridge, Northern (TN, KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Paid vacation

401(k) plan

Long and short-term disability

Job summary

Boston Government Services, LLC is seeking an Engineering Process Commissioning Specialist for the Uranium Processing Facility at the Y-12 National Security Complex in Oak Ridge, TN. The role focuses on validating safety basis and technical design requirements to ensure readiness and compliance.

The candidate will lead readiness packages, review safety basis documents, and verify acceptance testing. A ABET-accredited engineering degree, 5+ years of relevant experience, U.S.

Qualifications

• ABET-accredited engineering degree plus 5 years of relevant experience.
• U.S. citizen with ability to obtain security clearance.
• Eligible for DOE Q security clearance.
• Onsite full-time work at Y-12 in Oak Ridge, TN.

Responsibilities

• Technical adequacy review of safety basis and design documents.
• Validate and verify implementation of technical design requirements.
• Lead readiness initiatives and prepare readiness affirmation evidence.
• Coordinate with disciplines, customers, and stakeholders.
• Perform acceptance testing verification of design criteria.

Skills

Technical review

Leadership

Team communication

Project coordination

Readiness planning

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering (ABET accredited)

Job description

UPF Engineering Process Commissioning Specialist

Full Time Oak Ridge, TN, US

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.

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/

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.
• 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:

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.

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.