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This successful candidate coordinates with the PNNL Project Manager to monitor NNSA technical needs and enlists PNNL staff and subcontractors to support the Plutonium Disposition mission for NNSA’s Office of Material Management and Minimization (NA-23) at the Savannah River Site. This office is responsible for reducing the threat of nuclear weapons proliferation by managing and disposing of excess weapons-usable nuclear material from both domestic stockpiles and material returned from abroad. This support will require daily interaction with federal NNSA employees and their contractors. It will include program management and engineering support that will help NNSA to ensure a successful implementation of their chosen path. Work scope may include support management and oversight of the disassembly of weapon pits, oversight of the plutonium oxide production program in LANL and SRS facilities, further development of the Dilute and Dispose approach for Surplus Plutonium Disposition including coordination of design activities and review of design documents, and support in the planning and execution of projects related to the disposition of international weapons grade plutonium.
The position is focused on the planning and disposition of Pu and U identified as excess to NNSA defense program needs. The candidate will have extensive experience in nuclear/chemical/mechanical engineering and knowledge of facilities and operations that produce, handle, or disposition plutonium. He/she will have a knowledge of the design process and the DOE orders, standards, and guides and national consensus standards that govern this process including its implementation with regard to glovebox design, ventilation, safeguards, fire protection, quality, nuclear safety, criticality safety, and conduct of operations. He/she will possess a comprehensive understanding of existing theories, principles, and concepts in this field of plutonium disposition to provide solutions to unusually complex problems for which no precedents or past practice exists. He/she will be capable of resolving problems that frequently require mastery of specialized techniques using high degrees of ingenuity and creativity and demonstrates well-recognized national influence and skilled consensus building. He/she will exert positive influence across a broad spectrum of stakeholders and interest groups within NNSA, PNNL, other external organizations, the public, and the community.
Uses extensive experience in a field of specialty, possessing a comprehensive understanding of existing theories, principles, and concepts in those fields to provide solutions to unusually complex problems for which no precedents or past practice exists. Resolves problems that frequently require mastery of specialized techniques using high degrees of ingenuity and creativity. Demonstrates well-recognized national influence and skilled consensus building. Exerts positive influence across a broad spectrum of stakeholders and interest groups with internal and external organizations, the public, and the community. Is often sought out to work on key project teams and regularly collaborates and negotiates with senior national/international government officials as a PNNL and DOE representative. Makes recommendations that set precedent for future decisions and strongly influence national/international policies and decisions at highest levels.
Discipline, principal job duties/expectations, and qualitative and quantitative measures of performance that exceed the Functional Descriptor:
At PNNL, you will find an exciting research environment and excellent benefits including health insurance, flexible work schedules and telework options. PNNL is located in eastern Washington State—the dry side of Washington known for its stellar outdoor recreation and affordable cost of living. The Lab’s campus is only a 45-minute flight (or ~3-hour drive) from Seattle or Portland, and is serviced by the convenient PSC airport, connected to 8 major hubs. Commitment to Excellence, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Equal Employment Opportunity:
Pacific Northwest National Laboratory considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), protected veteran status, and any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, and/or local laws.
We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures and in employment. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, contact us at careers@pnnl.gov. Drug Free Workplace:
At a time when complex environmental problems are emerging on every front, the Nuclear Sciences Division's staff, capabilities, and facilities are delivering science and technology innovations for the environment, as well as for energy and national security needs. Our diverse work addresses a wide range of national and international challenges, from providing solutions that protect the health of people who must work in hazardous environments, to developing durable new materials, streamlining industrial processes for improved productivity and effectiveness, and delivering new approaches for environmental cleanup. Nuclear Sciences Division capabilities and efforts are focused in three key areas including Environmental Health and Remediation, Nuclear Regulatory, and Nuclear Energy.
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Employees and their families are offered medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, health savings account, flexible spending accounts, basic life insurance, disability insurance*, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, tuition assistance, supplemental parental bonding leave**, surrogacy and adoption assistance, and fertility support. Employees are automatically enrolled in our company funded pension plan* and may enroll in our 401k savings plan. Employees may accrue up to 120 vacation hours per year and may receive ten paid holidays per year.
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The Energy & Environment Directorate at the Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL) is currently seeking a Senior Advisor with experience as a Nuclear/Chemical/Mechanical Engineer to join its Radiological Materials group. The applicant should have an interest in drawing upon several years of operational and engineering support to nuclear material operations including weapon pit disassembly and parts recovery, dissolving and purification of reactor fuel and targets, and major project support for the planning and disposition of nuclear materials identified as excess by NNSA.
This successful candidate coordinates with the PNNL Project Manager to monitor NNSA technical needs and enlists PNNL staff and subcontractors to support the Plutonium Disposition mission for NNSA’s Office of Material Management and Minimization (NA-23) at the Savannah River Site. This office is responsible for reducing the threat of nuclear weapons proliferation by managing and disposing of excess weapons-usable nuclear material from both domestic stockpiles and material returned from abroad. This support will require daily interaction with federal NNSA employees and their contractors. It will include program management and engineering support that will help NNSA to ensure a successful implementation of their chosen path. Work scope may include support management and oversight of the disassembly of weapon pits, oversight of the plutonium oxide production program in LANL and SRS facilities, further development of the Dilute and Dispose approach for Surplus Plutonium Disposition including coordination of design activities and review of design documents, and support in the planning and execution of projects related to the disposition of international weapons grade plutonium.
The position is focused on the planning and disposition of Pu and U identified as excess to NNSA defense program needs. The candidate will have extensive experience in nuclear/chemical/mechanical engineering and knowledge of facilities and operations that produce, handle, or disposition plutonium. He/she will have a knowledge of the design process and the DOE orders, standards, and guides and national consensus standards that govern this process including its implementation with regard to glovebox design, ventilation, safeguards, fire protection, quality, nuclear safety, criticality safety, and conduct of operations. He/she will possess a comprehensive understanding of existing theories, principles, and concepts in this field of plutonium disposition to provide solutions to unusually complex problems for which no precedents or past practice exists. He/she will be capable of resolving problems that frequently require mastery of specialized techniques using high degrees of ingenuity and creativity and demonstrates well-recognized national influence and skilled consensus building. He/she will exert positive influence across a broad spectrum of stakeholders and interest groups within NNSA, PNNL, other external organizations, the public, and the community.
Uses extensive experience in a field of specialty, possessing a comprehensive understanding of existing theories, principles, and concepts in those fields to provide solutions to unusually complex problems for which no precedents or past practice exists. Resolves problems that frequently require mastery of specialized techniques using high degrees of ingenuity and creativity. Demonstrates well-recognized national influence and skilled consensus building. Exerts positive influence across a broad spectrum of stakeholders and interest groups with internal and external organizations, the public, and the community. Is often sought out to work on key project teams and regularly collaborates and negotiates with senior national/international government officials as a PNNL and DOE representative. Makes recommendations that set precedent for future decisions and strongly influence national/international policies and decisions at highest levels.
Discipline, principal job duties/expectations, and qualitative and quantitative measures of performance that exceed the Functional Descriptor:
- Manage and direct the work scope for both PNNL and subcontractor staff supporting NA-233 at the Savannah River Site
- Identify resources both internally and externally to PNNL needed to complete work scope identified by NNSA to support their mission
- Act as the Technical Oversite Representative for subcontracts used to support NA-233
- Assist NA-233 in the planning, review, and monitoring of current projects and programs as requested
- Act as a key technical contributor to NNSA and provide subject matter expertise related to NA-231 and SRS scope
- Provide unbiased review of work products from NNSA subcontractors for plutonium disposition activities
Minimum Qualifications:
- BS/BA and 7 years of relevant experience -OR-
- MS/MA or higher and 5 years of relevant experience
Preferred Qualifications:
- BS with technical experience in application of nuclear/chemical principles associated with nuclear processing, process development, and facility design
- MS or PhD in the physical sciences with a preference for nuclear related science and engineering courses of study
- At least 5 years’ experience in managing nuclear processes or nuclear capital projects, such as commercial nuclear power plants, plutonium separation facilities, or radiological laboratories
- Experience working in an NQA-1 Quality Assurance program
Not Applicable.
Additional Information:
This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a federal security clearance.
- U.S. Citizenship Required
- Background Investigation: Applicants selected will be subject to a Federal background investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified matter in accordance with 10 CFR 710, Appendix B.
- Drug Testing: All Security Clearance positions are Testing Designated Positions, which means that the candidate selected is subject to pre-employment and random drug testing. In addition, applicants must be able to demonstrate non-use of illegal drugs, including marijuana, for the 12 consecutive months preceding completion of the requisite Questionnaire for National Security Positions (QNSP).
Note: Applicants will be considered ineligible for security clearance processing by the U.S. Department of Energy until non-use of illegal drugs, including marijuana, for 12 months can be demonstrated.
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This position is a Testing Designated Position (TDP). The candidate selected for this position will be subject to pre-employment and random drug testing for illegal drugs, including marijuana, consistent with the Controlled Substances Act and the PNNL Workplace Substance Abuse Program.
About PNNL:
Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL) is a world-class research institution powered by a highly educated, diverse workforce committed to the values of Integrity, Creativity, Collaboration, Impact, and Courage. Every year, scores of dynamic, driven people come to PNNL to work with renowned researchers on meaningful science, innovations and outcomes for the U.S. Department of Energy and other sponsors; here is your chance to be one of them!
At PNNL, you will find an exciting research environment and excellent benefits including health insurance, flexible work schedules and telework options. PNNL is located in eastern Washington State—the dry side of Washington known for its stellar outdoor recreation and affordable cost of living. The Lab’s campus is only a 45-minute flight (or ~3-hour drive) from Seattle or Portland, and is serviced by the convenient PSC airport, connected to 8 major hubs.
Our laboratory is committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment dedicated to solving critical challenges in fundamental sciences, national security, and energy resiliency. We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. In support of this commitment, we encourage people of all racial/ethnic identities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities to apply for employment.
Pacific Northwest National Laboratory considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), protected veteran status, and any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, and/or local laws.
We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures and in employment. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, contact us at careers@pnnl.gov.
PNNL is committed to a drug-free workplace supported by Workplace Substance Abuse Program (WSAP) and complies with federal laws prohibiting the possession and use of illegal drugs.
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