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Standard Nuclear is fueling America's nuclear renaissance at industrial scale. Our mission is to deliver the essential building blocks of nuclear power-enabling cost-effective, safe, and secure energy for the world. 

The Technician, Engineered Systems supports the installation, fabrication, modification, maintenance, commissioning, and troubleshooting of engineered process systems and equipment supporting nuclear fuel development and manufacturing operations. This role works hands-on with vacuum systems, furnaces, gas and chemical delivery systems, pneumatics, instrumentation, piping and tubing, mechanical assemblies, fixtures, and related process equipment to ensure safe and reliable operation. 

This is an experienced technician role for someone capable of working independently, interpreting technical drawings and procedures, diagnosing equipment and process issues, and completing practical field modifications and repairs. The Technician, Engineered Systems works closely with engineering, operations, maintenance, quality, EH&S, radiological controls, and equipment vendors to support equipment readiness, process reliability, and continuous improvement in a regulated nuclear manufacturing environment. 

RESPONSIBILITIES 

Engineered Systems Installation & Fabrication 

• Install, assemble, modify, and support engineered process equipment, skids, fixtures, piping and tubing, valves, fittings, brackets, and mechanical assemblies. 

• Perform hands-on fabrication and modification work using common shop tools, machining or fabrication methods, and approved work practices. 

• Support equipment layout, fit-up, alignment, anchoring, utility connections, and field changes during installation or upgrade activities. 

• Read and work from drawings, schematics, P&IDs, equipment manuals, bills of material, and engineering instructions. 

Equipment Maintenance & Troubleshooting 

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on process equipment and supporting systems. 

• Troubleshoot mechanical, vacuum, pneumatic, electrical, instrumentation, and process-related equipment issues. 

• Support furnaces, gas delivery systems, valves, regulators, pressure-control components, process skids, and related manufacturing equipment. 

• Identify root causes of recurring failures and implement or support corrective actions that improve reliability and reduce downtime. 

Process Systems & Instrumentation 

• Install, inspect, adjust, and support instrumentation including pressure, temperature, flow, and other process measurement devices. 

• Assist with calibration, functional checks, leak checks, system verification, and basic loop or control troubleshooting. 

• Support chemical and gas handling systems, furnaces, thermal-processing equipment, pneumatic systems, and other engineered process utilities. 

• Work with engineering and operations to evaluate equipment performance and implement practical system improvements. 

Commissioning, Qualification & Continuous Improvement 

• Support equipment commissioning, acceptance testing, qualification, decommissioning, and return-to-service activities. 

• Execute test plans, checklists, equipment verifications, and system walkdowns under engineering direction. 

• Develop and use precision measurement methods, gauges, fixtures, or go/no-go tools where appropriate. 

• Assist with equipment upgrades, process improvements, reliability initiatives, and design-for-maintainability improvements. 

Documentation, Safety & Cross-Functional Support 

• Create and maintain maintenance records, procedures, work instructions, equipment documentation, and field-change records. 

• Document troubleshooting results, repairs, modifications, measurements, and as-found/as-left equipment conditions accurately. 

• Perform work in accordance with site safety, radiological, environmental, quality, and configuration-control requirements. 

• Collaborate with engineers, operators, maintenance personnel, quality, EH&S, radiological controls, and vendors to support production and project needs. 

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS 

• High school diploma or equivalent required; associate degree, technical diploma, apprenticeship, or relevant trade certification in electromechanical technology, industrial maintenance, instrumentation, mechanical systems, fabrication, or a related field preferred. 

• 5+ years of hands-on experience maintaining, installing, fabricating, or troubleshooting industrial process equipment in manufacturing, semiconductor, chemical processing, nuclear, energy, aerospace, or another technically demanding environment. 

• Strong hands-on experience with some combination of furnaces, gas or chemical delivery, pneumatics, instrumentation, process piping or tubing, mechanical assemblies, or industrial utilities. 

• Demonstrated ability to diagnose equipment failures, perform root-cause troubleshooting, and complete repairs or modifications with limited supervision. 

• Experience reading drawings, schematics, P&IDs, equipment manuals, technical procedures, and equipment documentation. 

• Experience with fabrication and field modification work involving tubing or piping, valves, fittings, brackets, fixtures, sheet metal, plumbing, or similar mechanical work. 

• Familiarity with precision measurement tools, calibration practices, metrology, and equipment verification methods. 

• Experience supporting equipment installation, commissioning, qualification, upgrades, or decommissioning activities. 

• Experience with uranium processing, nuclear fuel fabrication, chemical vapor processing or coating, radiological work, or controlled nuclear manufacturing environments preferred. 

• Familiarity with PLC/HMI interfaces, automated equipment, welding, brazing, machining, CAD, or 3D printing is a plus. 

BENEFITS 

• Health, Dental & Vision Insurance 

• Health Savings Account 

• Disability and Life Insurance 

• 401(k) Plan 

• Paid Time Off and Holidays 

WORK ENVIRONMENT 

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions. 

This role is based in Idaho Falls, ID and involves work across office, laboratory, manufacturing, maintenance, and controlled environments. 

The position requires regular hands-on work with process equipment, vacuum and gas systems, furnaces, instrumentation, piping and tubing, tools, fabrication activities, production areas, and radiological or controlled areas. Work may require use of PPE, movement around operating equipment, lifting and positioning components, and supporting installation or maintenance activities in active manufacturing areas. Adherence to site safety, quality, radiological, environmental, and operational procedures is expected. Reasonable accommodation will be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

Standard Nuclear embraces equal opportunity and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability, or any other legally protected status. 

To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicants must be U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents, protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.