Senior Mechanical Engineer

Responsibilities:

Apply engineering principles to solve mechanical problems. Mechanical problems are those that are related to motion and dynamics of heat, fluids, and solid materials required to design equipment and systems whose parts and assemblies' function in a safe and reliable, efficient, and predictable manner.

• Decompose project goals into defined and controlled design requirements.
• Use design methodologies, technologies, and processes which are best practice for the mechanical engineering discipline to develop a design, and to validate that the design meets defined requirements.
• Develop physics-based mathematical models of mechanical systems to support and verify design.
• Maintain familiarity with and technical understanding of codes and standards applicable to mechanical engineering.
• Document the design (models, drawings, specifications, design descriptions, etc.) to establish conformance with design requirements and applicable codes and standards.
• Establish testing, inspection, and quality requirements to ensure that technical features important to design are maintained.
• Oversee or otherwise ensure that fabrication, construction, assembly, and procurement are in conformance with the design.
• Maintain assigned systems/equipment using preventative methods and identifying maintenance requirements in the Preventative Maintenance Change Requirements form.
• Perform calculations and analysis as needed to ensure the design meets technical requirements.
• Provide solutions to technical problems and recommendations for improvements.
• Apply engineering principles to monitor and evaluate condition and operational performance of equipment and systems related to mechanical engineering; recommend repairs and replacements and spare parts; coordinate resources and priorities necessary to maintain the appropriate system condition.
• Help develop new projects at the INL in area of specialty, including the development of proposals and business plans.
• Ensure design modification meets the technical baseline requirements and applicable codes, standards, and regulations. Recommend and initiate modifications to support programmatic missions and operational goals and lead preparation of design efforts.
• Develop, ensure adequacy of, and maintain configuration management of assigned systems. Maintain cognizance of system/equipment status and performance through walkdowns, inspections, and observations of operations.
• Ensure consistency in operational characteristics among applicable documents such as drawings, technical manuals, and operating instructions.
• Work with other engineering disciplines, customers, and analysts to develop requirements, perform conceptual and final designs, follow fabrication and inspection activities, lead mockup activities, support installation and testing of equipment and systems, and support development of integrated analyses to ensure that facility safety bases are met.
• Lead, mentor, and coach less experienced engineers, as assigned.
• Become fully qualified as an MFC System Engineer and/or Cognizant System Engineer per the requirements of an approved appointment letter.

Minimum Requirements:

• Level 3: Bachelor's and 5 years of experience. Master's and 2 years of experience. PhD and 2 years of experience. Education from an ABET accredited institution.
• Level 4: Bachelor's and 9 years of experience. Master's and 6 years of experience. PhD and 4 years of experience. Education from an ABET accredited institution.
• This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Energy "L" clearance, which requires US Citizenship.

Job Information:

• The pay range for this position is: Level 450 ($91,008 - $$186,588) / Level 460 ($$109,260 - $223,908). At Idaho National Laboratory compensation decisions are determined using factors such as education, relevant experience, and other credentials.
• TDP: This is a testing designated position; you will be required to submit to a pre-employment drug screen and periodic drug testing throughout the term of your employment.
• Multi-Level: This is a multi-level posting and you will be placed at the appropriate level dependent on depth and breadth of proven experience and skills.

Benefits and Relocation

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401(k) with a 4.2% employer contribution and up to 4.8% match
• Paid time off (personal leave)
• Employee Education Program (tuition assistance)
• Comprehensive Relocation Package
• Benefit eligibility subject multiple factors, including employment status and position classification.

INL is a science-based, applied engineering national laboratory dedicated to supporting the U.S. Department of Energy's mission in nuclear energy research, science, and national defense. With more than 5,000 scientists, researchers, and support staff, the laboratory works with national and international governments, universities and industry partners to discover new science and development technologies that underpin the nation's nuclear and renewable energy, national security, and environmental missions.

INL Mission
Our mission is to discover, demonstrate and secure innovative nuclear energy solutions, other clean energy options and critical infrastructure.

INL Vision
Our vision is to change the world's energy future and secure our nation's critical infrastructure.

Selective Service Requirements
To be eligible for employment at INL males born after December 31, 1959 must have registered with the Selective Service System (SSS). For more information see www.sss.gov.

Equal Employment Opportunity
Idaho National Laboratory (INL) is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. It is the policy of INL to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

Reasonable Accommodation
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Other Information
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