12 engineering jobs found in Oak Ridge, TN

Requisition Id 17151 Overview: Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) is the largest US Department of Energy science and energy laboratory, conducting basic and applied research to deliver transformative solutions to compelling problems in energy and security. Our diverse capabilities span a broad range of scientific and engineering disciplines, enabling the laboratory to explore fundamental science challenges and conduct the research needed to accelerate the delivery of solutions to the marketplace. The Reactor and Nuclear Fuel Cycle Analysis Group (RNFCA) Group is seeking candidates to apply for the Postdoctoral Research Associate, Advanced Nuclear Reactor and Fuel Cycle Engineer role. This role is responsible for working with state-of-the-art modeling and simulation capabilities for lattice physics, reactor core, spent fuel, and fuel cycle applications through leadership in the development and analysis of SCALE and/or the Virtual Environment for Reactor Applications (VERA)...

Requisition Id 17144 Overview: Oak Ridge National Laboratory is the largest US Department of Energy science and energy laboratory, conducting basic and applied research to deliver transformative solutions to compelling problems in energy and security. We are seeking a Postdoctoral Research Associate who will aid the research staff in understanding the synergistic effects of various degradation phenomena of nuclear reactor fuel cladding and core internal materials. Strong materials characterization skills are required. This position resides in the Fuel Cladding and Core Internals (FCCI) Group in the Nuclear Energy and Fuel Cycle Division, Fusion and Fission Energy and Science Directorate at Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL). The FCCI Group applies modern materials science to design, develop, optimize, and test advanced materials that will accelerate the deployment of higher performance nuclear energy systems. As part of our research team, you will assess the viability of...

Requisition Id 17147 Overview: We are seeking an operations support professional to meet expanding needs for operational excellence to accomplish the ORNL cutting-edge scientific research mission. This position will work as part of an integrated team that has responsibility for operations and facility management tasks associated with work control and facility operations in support of science and engineering activities. Additionally, this position will provide operational and project management support to research staff to maintain compliance with all applicable Federal and State laws, DOE Orders, and ORNL policies and procedures regarding work control, space utilization, and facility operations management. This position resides in the Integrated Research Operations Support group in the Work Management Division (WMD) and will be matrixed to support the Energy Science and Technology Directorate (ESTD) at Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL). Major Duties/Responsibilities:...

Requisition Id 16933 Level: TP04 Overview: The Design Engineering Group in the Nonreactor Nuclear Facility Division (NNFD) is hiring a Mechanical Design Engineer for its Mechanical Design Team. The engineer will work with project teams, discipline leads, and stakeholders to design and analyze mechanical systems for nuclear and radiological facilities. Projects include hot cells, gloveboxes, shielded carriers, lift fixtures, pressure vessels, process piping, confinement ventilation systems, and various tools for isotope research & production. Major Duties/Responsibilities: Define and record design requirements, connections, assumptions, and standards for each project. Check existing conditions through reviewing records, site visits, measurements, and inspections. Create calculations, analyses, specifications, and complete design documents; use a graded approach and clearly document decisions. Work with other engineers, designers, and stakeholders to coordinate...

Requisition Id 17142 Overview: We are seeking a Postdoctoral Research Associate who will focus on urban-scale energy modeling. This position resides in the Grid Interactive Control Group in the Energy Systems Integration section, Electrification and Energy Infrastructure Division, Energy Science and Technology Directorate, at Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL). Major Duties/Responsibilities: Conduct research and create innovative ideas and solutions for urban planning, transportation, and grid integration issues, focusing on sustainability and resilience. Develop innovative equity-based planning principles and frameworks that can be applied to various urban environments. Monitor and evaluate multi-energy-system integration solutions to ensure they comply with regulations and standards. Develop and implement public engagement and outreach plans for community energy system integration. Establish and maintain relationships with stakeholders and community members to...

Requisition Id 17105 Overview: We are seeking a Postdoctoral Nuclear Engineer in the Nuclear Nonproliferation Division (NND), division operating within the National Security Sciences Directorate (NSSD) at Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL). The NND performs research and development to detect, characterize, and monitor nuclear fuel cycle activities and nuclear explosions; develops concepts, approaches, and technologies to strengthen global security for nuclear and radiological material; and engages with federal agencies to enhance international nonproliferation regimes. The Postdoctoral Nuclear Engineer will conduct R&D in nuclear nonproliferation with expertise in computational nuclear reactor physics through modeling and simulation (M&S). The candidate will perform analysis and methods development in areas such as reactor core physics, nuclear fuel cycle assessments, radionuclide inventories, and source terms. The major customers of the work performed in this group...

Requisition Id 17063 Overview: Oak Ridge National Laboratory is the largest US Department of Energy (DOE) science and energy laboratory, conducting basic and applied research to deliver transformative solutions to compelling problems in energy and security. The Enrichment Systems Engineering Section is seeking a Machine Design Engineer who will support the Enrichment Science and Engineering Division (ESED) within the Isotope Science and Engineering Directorate (ISED) at Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL). ESED serves the nation in two critical areas: advancing enrichment technologies and exploring stable isotope production and applications. The division leverages an elite staff of scientists and engineers with the world-leading capabilities of ORNL to deliver groundbreaking advancements with a variety of applications, from national security to life-saving medical treatments. ESED is the national steward for the research, development, and demonstration of centrifuge technology...

Requisition Id 17095 Overview: Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) is the largest US Department of Energy science and energy laboratory, conducting basic and applied research to deliver ground-breaking solutions to compelling problems in energy and security. We are seeking a Power Electronics Engineer who will support the Electrical Power Conversion Group in the Research Accelerator Division (RAD), Neutron Sciences Directorate (NScD) at ORNL. As a Power Electronics Engineer at the Spallation Neutron Source (SNS), you will support the operation, maintenance, repair, and upgrades of high-voltage systems, including Converter Modulators, Magnet Power Supplies, Beam Kickers, and Choppers. Responsibilities include planning projects, developing specifications and procedures, designing and testing systems, and troubleshooting equipment. Reporting to the Electrical Power Conversion Group Leader, you will collaborate with ORNL staff, vendors, and external partners to drive...

Requisition Id 16822 Overview: The Laboratory Modernization Division (LMD) at Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Mechanical Engineer, with experience in the design, construction, and operation of mechanical systems supporting data centers. The selected candidate will provide engineering and design oversight for facility-level process cooling systems and subsystems, including the interfaces between those systems and specific High Performance Computing platforms. This role includes providing technical and field oversight for construction on a new data center facility at ORNL. This position resides within the New Facility Construction Group within the Laboratory Modernization Division, which is part of the Facilities & Operations (F&O) Directorate. The successful candidate will support planning, design, construction, commissioning, and turnover of mechanical and related facility systems for a large-scale, high-security...

Requisition Id 16512 Overview: We are seeking a Chief Safety Basis Engineer who will primarily focus on safety basis quality and adequacy for all nuclear facilities at Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL). The Chief Safety Basis Engineer is the senior nuclear safety engineer within ORNL's Nuclear Facility Safety Division (NFSD). Nuclear Facilities Safety Division resides in the Environment Safety Health & Quality (ESH&Q) Directorate at ORNL. As part of our team, you will be given the opportunity to grow in leadership while contributing to the team environment to accomplish the tasks needed to support safe and efficient operations of the HFIR reactor and non-reactor nuclear facilities across the ORNL compass. The successful candidate must be a leader with the ability to communicate with various levels of management and engineering disciplines, build team cohesion, and one who values diversity of opinion, education, and experiences. Major Duties/Responsibilities:...

Requisition Id 17011 Overview: The Nuclear Energy and Fuel Cycle Division (NEFCD) of Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) is seeking a Postdoctoral Research Associate to assist in the development, qualification, and deployment of AI agents and models, Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) simulation codes, and Finite Element Method (FEM) based tools for nuclear energy (fission and fusion) applications. The position is part of the Multiphysics CFD Applications group, focusing on the development and application of models and simulations for energy production and nuclear systems. Major Duties/Responsibilities: Conduct research and develop next-generation CFD methods (with finite volume and finite element techniques) and models for a variety of nuclear energy systems, using world-leading high-performance computing platforms. Perform large-scale simulations of fission and fusion systems employing models for turbulence, heat transfer, magnetohydrodynamics, etc. Employ finite...

Requisition Id 16986 Overview: We are seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer who will provide mechanical engineering design support for Spallation Neutron Source (SNS) systems, with emphasis on remote handling, post-irradiation examination (PIE) support, activated component handling, and spent component disposal support. This position also provides remote handling technical support to operations personnel during maintenance outages. This position resides in the Target Engineering Group in the Target Development, Engineering & Operations Section, Neutron Technologies Division, Neutron Sciences Directorate at Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL). Major Duties/Responsibilities: Provide mechanical engineering design support for all phases of remote handling. Support fabrication, commissioning, operation, troubleshooting, and maintenance of remote handling tools and systems. Develop concepts to final detailed designs using Creo. Prepare plans, estimates, and...