Location: Oak Ridge, TN
Job Title: Test Engineer 
Career Level From: Associate
Career Level To: Senior Specialist 
Organization: Y-12 Project Engineering (50513327)
Job Specialty: Core Engineering 

What You'll Do

The Testing Engineer is responsible for developing and overseeing or executing test instructions for the purpose of demonstrating acceptable performance of equipment and systems, providing input to the development of and reviewing engineering issued specifications for applicable test requirements and acceptance criteria, working with Project Engineers, system engineers, and design engineers to ensure testability of acceptance criteria, reviewing vendor submitted factory acceptance test (FAT) for adherence to specification required test requirements and functional / operational performance requirements and then to attend/witness FAT testing as the test subject matter expert specialist. The Testing Engineer also provide estimates for field testing activities and provide the appropriate schedule input for project testing activities. They assist in the development of project functional acceptance criteria (FAC) documents, develop test documents, perform preoperational testing on newly installed or modified SSCs, to ensure equipment and systems meet the specified requirements, documenting the test results, producing documentation about his/her work, meeting with customers, other Test Personnel, and site construction to discuss issues/status, meeting with contractors and other staff to provide technical guidance, diagnosing faults and troubleshoot problems encountered during test activities. Testing Engineers will participate in Test Review Boards and advise the Board on testing progress, issues and concerns and provide evidence for completion of planned testing activities, as well as be responsible for directing support teams of craft and technicians, in test performance. Testing Engineers work with the Project Engineers in all facets of testing support during project execution and readiness activities, and participate in final system integration and validation to identify functional problems. Testing Engineers follow internal quality control standards, programs and the maintenance of reliability programs. The Testing Engineer is expected to provide technical directions and leadership in mentoring and development of new Testing Technicians. Travel is required.

What You Can Expect Meaningful work and unique opportunities to support missions vital to national and global securityTop-notch, dedicated colleaguesGenerous pay and benefits with a stable organizationCareer advancement and professional development programsWork-life balance fostered through flexible work options and wellness initiativesMinimum Job Requirements Bachelor's of Science in Engineering/Science/Information Technology discipline from an Engineering Accreditation Commission (EAC) Accreditation Board of Engineering and Technology (ABET) accredited program in the United States or designated equivalents from Canada or Mexico, the Washington Accord, or the list of substantially equivalent as documented by ABE Grade Point Average (GPA) requirement up to 4 years post-graduation at time of offer and confirmed by transcript. Beyond four years from graduation, engineering experience will supersede GPA as a requirement for hire. 3.0/4.0 minimum cumulative GPA for Bachelor degree 3.3 minimum cumulative GPA for Master degree 3.5 minimum cumulative GPA for PhD In addition, the applicant must meet the requirements of DOE O 426.2 (i.e., Baccalaureate in engineering or related science, 2 years job-related and at least 1 year nuclear experience, or a DOE O 426.2 alternative). DOE 426.2 experience requirements can be satisfied following employment. In the interim, newly hired personnel will not be assigned duties that could impact the safety basis of nuclear facilities.(Ref. DOE O 426.2) Preferred Job Requirements Typical experience could be up to fifteen plus years Ability to provide frequent communication and interactions with variety of customers, both internal and external. Present information clearly and effectively through oral and written word.

 

Prior Experience and Job Knowledge:

Knowledge of test programs, hands-on experience directing or performing component, system, integrated systems and process systems testing within nuclear facilities with a preferred knowledge in one of the following; manufacturing process equipment, nuclear industrial facility or nuclear power plant related systems Good communication skills and interacting with engineering disciplines, production and operations personnel and providing management with requested testing updates Capability to communicate and represent CNS with suppliers and vendors as well as be able to provide technical solutions or direction to problems encountered during vendor testing which require a high level of ingenuity, respect and credence Ability to perform trouble shooting and evaluation of equipment or components to support completion of assigned projects and test activities Knowledgeable in the use and application of industry standards Ability to use MS Office. Experienced with specialized pressure change and helium leak testing is desired Testing experience performing hands on equipment operation / testing including pressurized piping systems and electrical systems testing preferred Naval and or civilian power plant systems operation desired Knowledge of rigorous “conduct of operations” concepts or following procedures verbatim within the context of personnel safety desired Testing experience in nuclear manufacturing facilities, process equipment, or power plant related systems or naval facilities, ships or manufacturing process
  Why Y-12? You get #morethanajob. We encourage employees to achieve a healthy personal balance among home, work and the community. One of the ways we embrace work-life balance is by offering flexible work arrangements that provide alternatives to the traditional workweek, while still meeting business needs. Top talent and personal commitment mean more to our success than any other factors, so we reward our people with the kinds of benefits that make a positive difference in the quality of their lives. Benefits such as: medical plan, prescription drug plan, vision plan, dental plan, employer matched 401(k) savings plan, disability coverage, education reimbursement and many more. Want to stay healthy and fit but hate the cost of a gym membership? Take advantage of one of our onsite workout facilities and eat healthy in our onsite cafeterias. Much more than a workplace, at Y-12, you can build a career that lasts a lifetime.Notes The minimum education and experience for the lowest career level in the job posting range are listed under Minimum Job Requirements. Successful candidates hired into a higher career level than the minimum in the range must meet the requirements listed in the job leveling charts for the career level into which they are being hired.

 

If a range of Career Levels is posted, i.e., Senior Associate to Senior Specialist, internal applicants already in one of the Career Levels would come across at their current Career Level. Internal applicants currently in a lower level Career Level would move to the lowest posted Career Level.   Requires a Q clearance; however all qualified candidates will be considered regardless of their current clearance status. The ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Energy Q clearance is required.

 

This position may require entry into the Material Access Areas (MAA) and participation in the Human Reliability Program (10 C.F.R. Part 712), which requires successful competition of a DOE counterintelligence evaluation and may include a counterintelligence-scope polygraph examination.

 

This position may be categorized as a “designated position” identified by 10 C.F.R. Part 709, requiring successful completion of a DOE counterintelligence evaluation that may include a counterintelligence-scope polygraph examination.

 

CNS is a drug-free workplace. Candidates accepting a job offer will be required to pass a pre-placement physical, drug screening and background investigation. As an employee, you may be required to receive and maintain a security clearance from the United States Department of Energy in order to meet eligibility requirements for access to sensitive information or matter. U.S. citizenship is a requirement for security clearance applicants. All employees are subject to being randomly selected for drug testing without advance notification.
 

CNS is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on merit and without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, protected veteran status or disability.