Chief Engineer / Building Code Official

Requisition Id14598

Overview:

We are seeking a Chief Engineer who will serve as a technical advisor and resource for the management system owner (MSO) for engineering requirements and programs, the senior management, mission projects, and mission support organizations. The Chief Engineer position is a driving and integrating force for ORNL's decentralized conduct of engineering. This position ensures engineering requirements are appropriate and clear, provides implementation guidance, and supports assurance activities.

The Chief Engineer will also serve as the Building Code Official and work to further mature the building code official function across all UT-Battelle managed facilities.

This position resides in the Engineering Management Division within the Environment, Safety, Health and Quality Directorate at Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) and will report to the Division Director for the Engineering Management Division.

As a U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Office of Science national laboratory, ORNL has an impressive 80-year legacy of addressing the nation's most pressing challenges. Our team is made up of over 7,000 dedicated and innovative individuals! Our goal is to create an environment where a variety of perspectives and backgrounds are valued, ensuring ORNL is known as a top choice for employment. These principles are essential for supporting our broader mission to drive scientific breakthroughs and translate them into solutions for energy, environmental, and security challenges facing the nation.

Major Duties/Responsibilities:

• Serve as a key technical advisor to the management system owner (MSO) for engineering requirements and programs.

• Serve as a primary technical reviewer of new or revised regulations which impact engineering requirements at ORNL. This includes DOE directives and applicable industry codes and standards.

• Manage the Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) process which includes appointing, qualifying, and supporting the AHJs for fire protection and electrical.

• Qualify, designate, and support design authority representatives across UT-Battelle mission and mission support organizations.

• Possess experience with a range of industry codes and standards applicable to DOE missions such as the I-Codes, NFPA, ASME, etc.

• Serve as the UT-Battelle Building Code Official to the extent assigned from the DOE ORNL Site Office Manager.

• Lead or serve on teams which conduct engineering analyses, investigations, effectiveness reviews, etc.

• Represent UT-Battelle with external engineering-related entities such as the Battelle-affiliated Chief Engineers working group, EFCOG, etc.

• Prepare and issue formal engineering-related Records of Decision.

• Deliver ORNL's mission by aligning behaviors, priorities, and interactions with our core values of Impact, Integrity, Teamwork, Safety, and Service. Promote equal opportunity by fostering a respectful workplace - in how we treat one another, work together, and measure success.

Basic Qualifications:

• A BS degree in an ABET accredited engineering degree (e.g., B.S. in Mechanical Engineering).

• Licensed Professional Engineer (by exam).

• A minimum of 15 years of experience in the conduct of engineering including the application of engineering requirements with an understanding of risk and the effective use of graded approach.

• Experience with engineering design and application of the building code.

• Documented experience in leadership roles related to engineering.

• Possess or have the ability to obtain a PE license in the State of Tennessee.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Documented experience and demonstrated success with engineering teams across organizational boundaries.

• Documented experience in a federally regulated environment.

• Documented experience with nuclear-related facilities and operations.

• Ability to obtain certification as a Building Code Official from the International Code Council (ICC) within six months of reporting to work.

• Working experience with engineering-related DOE regulations.

• Experience with some or all of the following subject areas is considered a plus (Engineering design, configuration management, pressure system safety, welding, fire protection, system safety, electrical installation approvals, ventilation and local exhaust).

• Experience in the preparation of Records of Decision in support of company positions, equivalent approaches, and alternative methods.

• Experience with formal investigations, extent of condition assessments, corrective action planning, and effectiveness reviews.

• Experience with conducting assessments of engineering programs and processes.

• A M.S. degree in an ABET accredited engineering degree (e.g., M.S. in Mechanical Engineering).

• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

• Motivated self-starter with the ability to work independently and to participate creatively in collaborative teams across the laboratory.

• Ability to function well in a fast-paced research environment, set priorities to accomplish multiple tasks within deadlines, and adapt to ever changing needs.

Special Requirements:

• Physical Requirements: Work involves various physical requirements and working conditions. As such, a pre-hire physical will be required after offer.

• Q clearance: This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a clearance from the Department of Energy. As such, this position is a Workplace Substance Abuse (WSAP) testing designated position. WSAP positions require passing a pre-placement drug test and participation in an ongoing random drug testing program.

• Visa Sponsorship: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Benefits at ORNL:

ORNL offers competitive pay and benefits programs to attract and retain talented people. The laboratory offers many employee benefits, including medical and retirement plans and flexible work hours, to help you and your family live happy and healthy. Employee amenities such as on-site fitness, banking, and cafeteria facilities are also provided for convenience.

Other benefits include the following:

Prescription Drug Plan, Dental Plan, Vision Plan, 401(k) Retirement Plan, Contributory Pension Plan, Life Insurance, Disability Benefits, Generous Vacation and Holidays, Parental Leave, Legal Insurance with Identity Theft Protection, Employee Assistance Plan, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Accounts, Wellness Programs, Educational Assistance, Relocation Assistance, and Employee Discounts.

If you have difficulty using the online application system or need an accommodation to apply due to a disability, please email: ORNLRecruiting@ornl.gov.

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This position will remain open for a minimum of 5 days after which it will close when a qualified candidate is identified and/or hired.

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If you have trouble applying for a position, please email ORNLRecruiting@ornl.gov.

ORNL is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants, including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans, are encouraged to apply. UT-Battelle is an E-Verify employer.