46 jobs found in Abingdon, VA

Requisition Id 16142 Level: RP02 Overview: The Thermal Energy Storage Research Group in the Buildings and Transportation Science Division (BTSD) at Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) is seeking qualified candidates to fill a researcher position. The work in this group supports the U.S. DOE's Office of Geothermal, Building Technologies Office, and other customers. Major Duties/Responsibilities: The successful candidate will be responsible for conducting, coordinating, and reporting complex research assignments related to geothermal energy technologies, including the following: Geothermal power generation, including hydrothermal and enhanced geothermal systems Subsurface thermal energy storage Geothermal applications for thermal energy network Innovative uses of geothermal energy in buildings and industrial processes Thermal use of oil/gas wells Geothermal resource exploration, characterization, and assessment. This will involve the design, fabrication,...

Requisition Id 16140 Overview: We are seeking a Postdoctoral Research Associate who will focus on data center thermal management technologies. This position resides in the Multifunctional Equipment Integration Group in the Building Technology Research Section, Buildings and Transportation Science Division, Energy Science and Technology Directorate at Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL). Major Duties/Responsibilities: Designing, developing, and conducting experiments related to data center thermal management technologies, phase change heat transfer processes, dehumidification systems, heat exchangers, and related systems. Analyzing experimental data. Publishing research in leading peer-reviewed journals and conferences. Collaborating with domain scientists and others to maintain a high level of scientific productivity. Ensuring compliance with environment, safety, health, and quality program requirements. Maintaining a strong commitment to the implementation and...

Requisition Id 15657 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 support the Manufacturing Energy Efficiency Research & Analysis (MEERA) Group in the Manufacturing Science Division (MSD), Energy Science and Technology Directorate (ESTD) at Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) to work in the areas of renewable energy and the implementation of such technologies on-site, along with their associated supportive technologies (such as solar photovoltaics, solar thermal systems, wind power, renewable fuels, geothermal solutions, battery storage, thermal storage, and industrial heat pumps). The role also involves research and analysis of technologies and practices for increasing the energy efficiency of the industrial sectors. The primary...

Requisition Id 15813 Overview: We are seeking a highly motivated postdoctoral researcher with a strong background in sensor integration, data acquisition, and in situ process monitoring for additive manufacturing (AM). The candidate will aid staff in conducting high quality research by developing, integrating, and deploying advanced sensing modalities (e.g., thermal, optical, acoustic, etc.) to enable real-time process monitoring of the Directed Energy Deposition (DED) printing process. A background in sensors, instrumentation, and data analytics is preferred. Strong communication and program management skills are required. This position resides in the Deposition Science and Technology Group at the Manufacturing Demonstration Facility (MDF) in the Manufacturing Sciences Division (MSD), Energy Sciences and Technology Directorate (ESTD) at Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL). As part of our research team, you will engage with researchers with various backgrounds such as...

Requisition Id 15885 Overview: We are seeking a Postdoctoral Research Associate - Simulation and Machine Learning for Composite Manufacturing who will focus on developing physics-based simulation and machine-learning-driven optimization frameworks for polymer composite manufacturing processes. This position resides in the Composites Innovation Group in the Manufacturing Science Division (MSD), Energy Science and Technology Directorate (ESTD), at Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL). Major Duties/Responsibilities: Develop physics-based computational models, including Finite Element Analysis (FEA) and Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD), for polymer composite manufacturing processes Perform multi-physics simulations involving coupled thermal, mechanical, and material behavior across multiple length scales Develop machine learning algorithms to support process optimization, predictive modeling, and intelligent manufacturing control Integrate simulation tools with in-situ...

Requisition Id 16064 Overview: The Power Systems Resilience (PSR) Group in the Electrification and Energy Infrastructure Division (EEID) within the Energy Science and Technology Directorate (ESTD) at Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) is seeking a Research Associate to perform R&D in the areas of bulk power systems electromagnetic transient (EMT) simulations, high-fidelity dynamic and transient power electronics resources modeling, explore different intelligence algorithms to enhance ease of usage of simulations, and different applications of EMT simulations. Selection will be based on qualifications, relevant experience, skills, and education. You should be highly self-motivated and independent in conducting research under general guidance and are expected to prepare manuscripts for scientific publication and present the work to sponsors and at conferences. The PSR Group supports the energy security and prosperity mission of the Energy Department (DOE) through...

Requisition Id 15869 Overview: Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) is seeking a Research Professional in simulation area to directly contribute to materials development and manufacturing R&D, with a focus on biobased materials, polymer and chemical processing, materials formulation, critical mineral separations and process technologies. Simulation, modeling, modern AI/ML and emerging technologies techniques will be used to support and deepen domain insight, guide experiments, and accelerate scale-up. The role emphasizes tight coupling between materials science, chemistry, and manufacturing, supported by: Multiscale modeling (material (molecular) → process → manufacturing (scale up)) Data-informed experimentation Selective use of AI/ML and big-data techniques where they add real value This position is partially supported by the University of Tennessee-Oak Ridge Innovation Institute (UT-ORII), and resides in the Composite Science and Technology Section in the...

Requisition Id 16069 Overview: We are seeking an early-career R&D Associate Staff Member to develop and demonstrate advanced manufacturing, robotics, and automation technologies for next-generation building construction. This position resides in the Manufacturing Robotics and Controls Group in the Manufacturing Science Division (MSD), Energy Science and Technology Directorate (ESTD), at Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL). This role will focus on the development and implementation of novel robotic construction workflows, human-machine collaboration strategies, and automated manufacturing platforms that transform how buildings are designed and constructed. The successful candidate will contribute to a UT-ORII Convergent Research Initiative (CRI) aimed at enabling affordable, resilient, high-productivity construction practices through advanced automation. As an ORNL staff member aligned with UT-ORII, the selected candidate will also be appointed as a UT-ORII Fellow, working...

Requisition Id 15340 Overview: The Power System Resilience (PSR) Group in the Electrification and Energy Infrastructure Division (EEID) within the Energy Science and Technology Directorate (ESTD) at Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) is seeking a Postdoctoral Research Associate to perform R&D in the areas of electromagnetic transient (EMT) simulation and software development as well as dynamic and transient inverter modeling and different applications of the simulation. Selection will be based on qualifications, relevant experience, skills, and education. You should be highly self-motivated and independent in conducting research under general guidance and are expected to prepare manuscripts for scientific publication and present the work to sponsors and at conferences. The PSR Group supports the research on energy security and resilience of the power grid at the Energy Department (DOE) through advancement of modeling, simulation, and real-time monitoring of the power...

Requisition Id 16119 Overview: We are seeking a Senior Nonproliferation Data Scientist to join the Data Science and Engineering for Nonproliferation Group in the National Security Sciences Directorate. In this role, you will lead the development and application of physics-informed data science and machine learning approaches to support nuclear nonproliferation missions. The successful candidate will serve as a senior researcher and technical leader, managing complex research efforts, developing new research initiatives, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver impactful science and technology solutions for national security sponsors. Major Duties and Responsibilities: Lead and execute complex R&D efforts applying data science, machine learning, and statistical methods to nuclear nonproliferation challenges including nuclear material detection, characterization, and nuclear fuel cycle analysis. Plan and manage research projects, providing technical...

Requisition Id 16113 Overview: The Neutron Sciences Directorate (NScD) at Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) is seeking applicants with experienced leadership and a strong scientific background for the Division Director of the Neutron Scattering Division (NSD). The NSD Director leads and coordinates staff and resources for the neutron scattering activities at the High Flux Isotope Reactor (HFIR) and the Spallation Neutron Source (SNS), which are both operated by NScD. These two neutron facilities currently include 31 instruments for neutron scattering research, each year carrying out more than 1,000 experiments in the physical, chemical, materials, biological and medical sciences for more than 3,000 visiting scientists. To learn more about Neutron Sciences at ORNL go to: http://neutrons.ornl.gov. This position provides strategic leadership and overall management for NSD, which currently has over 200 full time scientists, technical professionals, technicians, and...

Requisition Id 16121 Overview: We are seeking a highly qualified candidate for a postdoctoral position in the Neutron and X-ray Scattering Group (NXSG). This position will support science programs funded by the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Office of Basic Energy Sciences (BES) in the Materials Sciences and Technology Division (MSTD). The successful candidate will be expected to work effectively under general supervision with NXSG scientists at neutron national user facilities such as the Spallation Neutron Source (SNS) and the High Flux Isotope Reactor (HFIR). The scientific focus will be on using neutron scattering to probe the structure and dynamics of materials relevant to energy applications and/or structural materials. In particular, the work will aim to (1) understand how hybridized atomic vibrations control energy transport and functionality and (2) develop an understanding of scattering-elasticity relationships in quantum and magnetic materials. Research thrusts...

Requisition Id 16127 Overview: We are seeking a Postdoctoral Research Associate who will develop and apply electronic structure theory approaches to examine the fundamental properties of a range of advanced materials. Research efforts will include the application of density functional theory packages and in-house codes, and the development of supplemental numerical tools, to describe competing structural phases and the vibrational and electronic structure in materials with defects and disorder. This effort will further seek to implement strategies to leverage machine learning techniques to accelerate the design and discovery of novel materials. The Materials Theory Group has a background in using first principles methods to examine electronic and thermal transport, magnetic properties of advanced materials, thermoelectrics, functional oxides and weakly bonded materials. The incumbent will have opportunities to develop research methodologies as well as collaborate with...

Requisition Id 15880 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 an outstanding Postdoctoral Research Associate with a strong background in condensed-matter physics and materials science and expertise in multiscale and multifidelity simulation techniques (ab initio methods at different fidelity, machine learning tight-binding, machine learning force fields, phase-field modeling, and/or kinetic monte carlo), as well as experience in developing and/or applying advanced AI/ML methods to accelerate materials discovery. The project will involve integrating such theory-informed AI-models for creating integrated autonomous experimental synthesis and characterization cross-facility agentic-AI platforms that allow real-time guidance and control of these multi-modal experiments for...

Requisition Id 16128 Overview: The Systems and Decision Sciences (SDS) Group at Oak Ridge National Laboratory is seeking a highly motivated scientist to contribute to research in the areas of complex systems in support of the scientific mission of the Laboratory and of the Department of Energy. The role expects collaborations with scientists in interdisciplinary research projects within the Oak Ridge National Laboratory. The SDS Group consists of researchers focused on delivering computational solutions for the study of complex engineered systems using scalable architecture-aware algorithms coupled with artificial intelligence, applied mathematics and statistical sciences with an emphasis on applications relevant to the DOE mission space. This position is within theMathematics in Computation (MiC) Section in the Computer Science and Mathematics (CSM) Division. The MiC Section creates the mathematics and algorithms that harness machines, ideas, and data, to enable far...

Requisition Id 16102 Overview: The 3047 Operations Group within the Isotope Processing and Manufacturing Division (IPMD) at Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) is seeking applicants for a Radiochemical Processing Technician to support radioisotope production operations. Description: The 3047 Operations group within the IPMD at ORNL have an immediate opening for a Radiochemical Processing Technician. We are seeking highly motivated, organized, and talented candidates to join our growing team to work on our expanding radioisotope production demands. Utilizing the unique capabilities at ORNL, including the High Flux Isotope Reactor (HFIR) and related radiochemical and nuclear processing facilities, the groups support a variety of projects supplying difficult-to-produce radioisotopes essential for medical, research, and industrial applications. Production of these radioisotopes supports the mission of the Department of Energy (DOE) and other government agencies, as well as the...

Requisition Id 15960 Overview: We are seeking a highly skilled Remote Handling Engineer with expertise in designing, developing, and maintaining robotic systems for demanding applications. This position focuses on engineering sophisticated robotic manipulators for hot cell environments, where precise operations under hazardous conditions are critical. This position resides in the Facilities Management Section of the Non-Reactor Nuclear Facilities Division of the Isotope Science and Enrichment Directorate of Oak Ridge National Laboratory. Major Duties/Responsibilities: Design, simulate, and implement robotic systems and manipulators tailored for operation within hot cell environments. Develop robust, kinematic and dynamic models ensuring precision, safety, and reliability in hazardous conditions. Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams to integrate control algorithms, sensor feedback, and human-machine interfaces. Conduct risk assessments and safety...

Requisition Id 16059 Overview: We are seeking an Electrical or Computer Engineer who will focus on software-defined radio (SDR) system development, integration, and deployment. This position resides in the RF & Intelligent Systems Group in the Electrification and Energy Infrastructures Division, Energy Science and Technology Directorate at Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL). As part of our research team, you will design, prototype, and evaluate SDR solutions to process and analyze multi-channel RF signals in support of Department of Energy (DOE), Department of Defense (DoD), and Intelligence Community (IC) mission areas. In addition to developing sensor systems across complex RF environments, you will develop prototype communication systems-implementing end-to-end transmitter/receiver chains, novel waveforms, and protocol stacks-to enable over-the-air experiments, testbeds, and field demonstrations. Our specific focus is on SDR-based capabilities for cyber-physical...

Requisition Id 16135 Overview: Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) seeks a senior leader to guide our biodiversity and biogeochemical research within the Environmental Sciences Division (ESD). ESD is an interdisciplinary research and development organization with more than 75 years of achievement in local, regional, national, and international environmental research. Our vision is to expand scientific knowledge and develop innovative strategies and technologies that strengthen the nation's leadership in sustaining Earth's natural resources. Our R&D staff conduct research, develop technology, and perform analyses to understand and assess the responses of environmental systems at the human-environment interface, as well as the consequences of alternative energy and environmental strategies. This leadership role will serve as Group Leader for the newly structured Energy-Ecosystem Interactions Group. Researchers in this group advance predictive science to anticipate...

Requisition Id 16101 Overview: The 3047 Operations Group within the Isotope Processing and Manufacturing Division (IPMD) at Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) is seeking applicants for a Radiochemical Processing Technician to support radioisotope production operations. Description: The 3047 Operations group within the IPMD at ORNL have an immediate opening for a Radiochemical Processing Technician. We are seeking highly motivated, organized, and talented candidates to join our growing team to work on our expanding radioisotope production demands. Utilizing the unique capabilities at ORNL, including the High Flux Isotope Reactor (HFIR) and related radiochemical and nuclear processing facilities, the groups support a variety of projects supplying difficult-to-produce radioisotopes essential for medical, research, and industrial applications. Production of these radioisotopes supports the mission of the Department of Energy (DOE) and other government agencies, as well as the...