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Description Senior Process Safety Engineer Buckman - Memphis, TN Buckman is a privately held ... You will act as a strategic advisor and technical leader-guiding cross-functional teams in the ...

Senior Process Safety Engineer Buckman - Memphis, TN Buckman is a privately held, global specialty ... You will act as a strategic advisor and technical leader--guiding cross-functional teams in the ...

Senior Process Safety Engineer Buckman-Memphis, TN Buckman is a privately held, global specialty ... You will act as a strategic advisor and technical leader-guiding cross-functional teams in the ...

With minimal supervision, perform hazard analyses of nuclear operations, define functional ... Verify and comply with engineering documentation standards and nuclear safety procedures. * Mentor ...

With minimal supervision, perform hazard analyses of nuclear operations, define functional ... Verify and comply with engineering documentation standards and nuclear safety procedures. * Mentor ...

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What is a Functional Safety Engineer job?

A Functional Safety Engineer is responsible for ensuring that products and systems comply with safety standards to prevent hazards, particularly in industries like automotive, aerospace, and industrial automation. They analyze risks, define safety requirements, and oversee implementation to meet functional safety standards such as ISO 26262 or IEC 61508. Their role includes performing hazard analysis, failure mode analysis, and verification of safety mechanisms. They often collaborate with design, software, and testing teams to ensure compliance.

What are some typical day-to-day responsibilities of a Functional Safety Engineer?

A typical day for a Functional Safety Engineer involves conducting safety analyses, such as FMEA and hazard identification, creating or reviewing safety documentation, and collaborating closely with design, hardware, and software engineering teams to ensure compliance with safety standards. You may participate in project meetings, support verification and validation activities, and interface with customers or regulatory bodies on safety matters. Given the interdisciplinary nature of the role, effective communication with both technical and non-technical stakeholders is essential. Balancing technical detail with regulatory guidelines is a common and rewarding challenge you can expect in this position.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Functional Safety Engineer position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Functional Safety Engineer, you need strong analytical skills in risk assessment, a solid engineering background (typically in electrical, electronic, or automotive engineering), and familiarity with relevant safety standards. Expertise in tools like ISO 26262, FMEA, FMEDA, and industry certifications such as TÜV Functional Safety are commonly required. Excellent problem-solving ability, clear communication, and teamwork skills distinguish top performers in this field. These competencies ensure that critical systems meet safety requirements, regulatory standards, and facilitate effective cross-functional collaboration.

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Nuclear Criticality Safety Engineer

Nuclear Criticality Safety Engineer

ENERCON Services

Oak Ridge, TN • On-site

Full-time

Posted 2 days ago


Job description

Company Description

ENERCON Services Inc., doing business for the Federal Government through our wholly owned subsidiary, ENERCON Federal Services (EFS), provides engineering and environmental services to many branches of the Federal Government. With extensive experience in engineering design, nuclear safety, decommissioning and environmental services, we are actively supporting large and small projects throughout the DOE complex. EFS also has current experience supporting operations and decommissioning efforts at US Army Corps of Engineers and National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA) facilities.

Job Description

We are currently seeking a Nuclear Criticality Safety Engineer to represent ENERCON at a customer site in Oak Ridge, TN. This position requires the ability to obtain & maintain a DOE L CLEARANCE (US CITIZENSHIP REQUIRED).
DUTIES INCLUDE:
         Provide technical advice and perform technical functions as directed by Supervisor, Line Management, Project Engineer or Engineering Manager.
         Support achievement of Line Manager Objectives
         Provide timely response to project/functional requests.
         Retain and exercise responsibility, accountability to Functional Management for Technical implementation of function within the integrated project team.
         Interface with own functional management on work standards and requirements, lessons learned, work process initiatives and technical resolutions.
         Implement training and quality process required by functional management for personnel
         Participate in assessment process to ensure safe and effective implementation
         Implement companywide procedures/programs/systems from respective functional areas within integrated project team.
         Identifying engineering and technological needs that are required to reduce the risk and uncertainty associated with programs or individual projects
         Ensure that Engineering activities and items comply with applicable Federal, State and regulatory requirements and apply appropriate industry standards and codes.
         Provide for Safety in engineering activities and resulting designs, plans and instructions via ISMS process and appropriate engineering safety management programs
         Ensure technical personnel are trained to fictional procedures
         Ensure appropriate requirements flow to project implementing plans, procedures, instructions and subcontractor documents.
         Provide occasional support to other projects and functional groups.
         Other job-related duties as assigned

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
         Bachelor's degree in Nuclear Engineering or other field with relevant Nuclear Facility Safety Analyst experience.
         Current L or Q Clearance (US CITIZENSHIP REQUIRED).
         At least 10 years or DOE nuclear experience.
         At least five years of experience in the development, maintenance, and use of (compliance with) DOE 10CFR830 safety basis documentation.
         Successfully completed the two or three-day DOE USQD training (per 10 CFR 830 subpart B, section, 830.203, and DOE G 424.1-1).
         Experience performing Nuclear Facility Safety in support of Decommissioning and Demolition activities at DOE facilities.
         Functional with MS Word, MS Excel and MS Outlook software.
         Qualify as a Senior Nuclear Criticality Safety (NCS) Engineer Analyst per the UCOR NCS Engineering Qualification Program, PROC-NS-1003and UCOR-4113, UCOR Nuclear and Radiological Facilities Qualification Standard.
         Maintain qualifications for Senior NCS Engineer Safety Analyst including overseeing implementation of requirements in accordance with:
            - CHT-UCOR-211(Safety Basis Review Board)
            - PROC-NS-1003 (Nuclear Criticality Safely Program)
            - PROC-NS-1004 (Criticality Accident Alarm System)
            - PROC-NS-1005(Nuclear Criticality Safety Evaluations and Calculations)
         The Senior NCS Engineer must take and successfully pass the following UCOR training modules or equivalent as applicable:
            - 21221 P3WT General Employee Training
            - 26569 SB Overview
            - 26609 TSR Overview
            - 26629 PAAA Overview
            - 26930 ISMS Leadership
            - 26989 Facility Hazard Categorization/Classification and Hazard Analysis Application Guide
            - 27014 USOD Prep/Review
            - 27029 Accident Analysis Application Guide
            - 27031 Facility Description Document Application Guide
            - 27032 Fire Hazard Analysis Application Guide
            - 27035 Controls Selection
            - 27054 Qualification for Nuclear Safety Engineer
            - 27094 Cat 2 & 3 Safety Doc
            - 21110 USQD UCOR Specific
            - 27425 USQD Exam UCOR-Specific

Additional Information

ENERCON Services is a 34-year old, engineering and technical services consulting company, providing premier services to companies in the energy, utility, and industrial verticals, as well as to governmental agencies across the US and Internationally. ENERCON is fully owned by our employees, and offers excellent benefits and career opportunities. To learn more about ENERCON, visit us at enercon.com.
ENERCON does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.