Composites Process Engineer

Requisition Id16176

Overview:

We are seeking a Composites Process Engineer who will focus on manufacturing process development and deployment of polymer composites. This position resides in the Manufacturing Process Engineering Group in the Enrichment Science and Engineering Division (ESED) within the Isotope Science and Enrichment 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 innovations; advances electromagnetic isotope separations technology; and delivers stable isotopes for medical, industrial, and DOE mission critical applications.

Major Duties/Responsibilities:

The selected candidate will be responsible for supporting the polymer composites development and deployment of prototypes with process & quality control engineering of fabrication, assembly and inspection techniques. The selected candidate will interface with principal investigators, management, engineers, technicians, internal and external fabrication shops, and other individual stakeholder personnel. This position's responsibility will include:

• Process engineering for polymer composites manufacturing (which includes aspects of design, fabrication, inspection, and testing)
• Providing manufacturability and general drawing reviews of designs to be fabricated
• Developing detailed manufacturing build package documentation
• Driving continuous improvements inmanufacturing, inspection, measurement, and process control activities
• Act as the primary interface between project design and fabrication personnel
• Disposition non-conformances and proactively address change incorporation to better align future work orders
• Prepare quality deliverables in accordance with project processes and procedures
• Write specifications and procedures to support inspection and testing
• Aid in the planning of inspections and tests, and interpretation of data collected
• Proposes corrective actions to improve compliance with quality specifications
• Performs inspections and sets quality assurance testing models for inspection and testing of materials, parts, and products to ensure adherence to established quality standards and design basis
• 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:

• BS degree in Materials Science and Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or other related technical degree.
• A minimum of 3 years of related manufacturing or testing experience
• Experience with polymer and polymer matrix composite manufacturing methods, materials testing, and quality control
• Demonstration of manufacturing experience in an R&D and/or a production environment

Preferred Qualifications:

• Active DOE Q Clearance
• Experience with filament winding or fiber placement fabrication processes
• Application of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) per ANSI Y14.5
• Experience with solid modeling and design software packages
• 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:

• Work involves various physical requirements and working conditions. As such, a pre-hire physical will be required after offer.
• Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
• This position requires access to technology that is subject to export control requirements. Successful candidates must be qualified for such access without an export control license.
• This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain an HSPD-12 PIV badge.
• 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.

About ORNL:

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.

ORNL offers competitive pay and benefits programs to attract and retain individuals who demonstrate exceptional work behaviors. The laboratory provides a range of employee benefits, including medical and retirement plans and flexible work hours, to support the well-being of you and your family. Employee amenities such as on-site fitness, banking, and cafeteria facilities are also available for added 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.

Relocation:Moving can be overwhelming and expensive. UT-Battelle offers a generous relocation package to ease the transition process. Domestic and international relocation assistance is available for certain positions. If invited to interview, be sure to ask your Recruiter (Talent Acquisition Partner) for details.

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.