Computer Aided Design Assistant Jobs in Greenback, TN

Requisition Id 16616 

Overview:

The Advanced Engineering Technologies (AET) Group is seeking a dedicated electrical CAD drafter/designer to support our organization. The position will involve electrical/mechanical design and process engineering in a research and development atmosphere. Projects range from creating one-line diagrams, generating P&ID from engineer input to new 3D models based on conceptual (whiteboard) designs and cleaning up legacy prints, to participating in large design reviews.

AET resides within the Nuclear Nonproliferation Division (NND) at Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL). The NND is a division operating within the National Security Sciences Directorate. NND staff contributes world class research, technology development, risk assessment, and systems analysis related to nonproliferation and counterproliferation. The division activities play a vital role in implementation of national policy issues that strive to ensure global nuclear security.

One of the major focus areas of the AET group is the development of advanced approaches to operation, characterization, and analysis of nuclear fuel cycle processes. The group specializes in the application of engineering principles supporting the characterization of processes and related materials. The AET group collaborates and works with staff from other groups within NND and ORNL to assure the full expertise of fuel cycle processes are applied to meet sponsor needs.

This is not a remote or hybrid position.

Major Duties / Responsibilities:

• Develop complex 3D models, 2D fabrication prints, P&IDs, electrical one lines, schematics, wire diagrams, etc.
• Coordinate with fabrication shops to increase manufacturability.
• Contribute to engineering deliverables development such as drawings, reports, specifications, and studies.
• Develop and apply an understanding of codes and standard practices.
• Document work performed in the forms of work instructions, drawings, and models.
• All team members 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:

• AS in electrical, systems, process, or mechanical engineering technology and a minimum of five (5) years of related experience. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Experience with solid modeling and design software packages.
• Machine design, fabrication and or tooling design experience.
• Experience in an R&D and/or testing environment.
• Experience with AutoCAD software suite (electrical, plant 3D, etc.).

Preferred Qualifications:

• Demonstrated design and process team experience, as well as experience in process development & control.
• Experience maintaining high levels of process documentation and quality assurance are desired.
• Experience with Autodesk Inventor and Autodesk Vault Professional.
• Active DOE-Q or TS/SCI Clearance.

Special Requirements:

• This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Q 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.

Remarks:

Technical questions should be directed to Preston Cloud, 865-341-8208

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.

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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.

We accept Word (.doc, .docx), Adobe (unsecured .pdf), Rich Text Format (.rtf), and HTML (.htm, .html) up to 5MB in size. Resumes from third party vendors will not be accepted; these resumes will be deleted and the candidates submitted will not be considered for employment.

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.