[Remote] Nuclear Remote Systems Engineer

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Idaho National Laboratory is hiring a Nuclear Remote Systems Engineer to work on their Hot Fuel Examination Facility team. This role involves developing, operating, and maintaining remotely operated mechanical systems and hot cell equipment in support of advanced nuclear research at the Materials and Fuels Complex.ResponsibilitiesResponsible for the development and production of remotely operated process equipment/systems for use in the harsh environments represented in hot-cell and glove-box applications. Support of the operation and maintenance of remotely operated process equipment/systems and technical baselineProvide imaginative and practical engineering solutions to research related programmatic issues and challenges where highly specialized equipment solutions are required to be designed (typically one-of-kind design)Design and development of new processes and handling equipment. Design systems, equipment, and fixturing, for remote applicationsModify existing process equipment/systems to support new missions. Adapt commercially available equipment for remote applications. Install and qualify (Mockup) of new Post Irradiation Examination (PIE) and test equipment & InstrumentationServe as a technical interface between nuclear facility, principal investigators, projects and programsSupport research through process development, operation and data analysis of nuclear fuel and material measurements in Nuclear FacilitiesInteract with research personnel to establish experiment specific requirements for remote processes and examinationsComplete design reviews and verificationConfiguration management of assigned systems and Engineering Change (EC) processMay be responsible for procurement, quality level determination, scheduling, and cost estimating for small projectsSkillsBachelor of Science degree in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, nuclear engineering, or a directly related engineering field from an ABET-accredited institution or other related field and 9 years of experience. Master's and 6 years of experience. PhD and 4 years of experienceBachelor of Science degree in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, nuclear engineering, or a directly related engineering field from an ABET-accredited institution and 14 years experience. Master's and 8 years of experience. PhD and 6 years of experienceMust be a US Citizen and have the ability and willingness to obtain and maintain a DOE 'L' clearanceExperience in development testing, electro-mechanical design, fabrication support, mock-up qualification testing, installation support, and acceptance testingBenefitsMedical, Dental, Vision, and Flexible Spending Accounts401(k) with a 4.2% employer contribution and up to 4.8% match (regular positions) or self-contribute access (postdoctoral positions)Paid time off (personal leave)Employee Education Program (tuition assistance for eligible positions)Comprehensive Relocation PackageBenefit eligibility subject to multiple factors, including employment status and position classification.Company OverviewIdaho National Laboratory USDOE is a research laboratory focused on the development, demonstration, and deployment of nuclear energy. It was founded in 1949, and is headquartered in Idaho Falls, Idaho, USA, with a workforce of 5001-10000 employees. Its website is https://inl.gov.