Reactor Engineer

North Carolina State University
Raleigh, NC Full Time
POSTED ON 4/12/2023 CLOSED ON 5/31/2023

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Reactor Engineer position at North Carolina State University?

Posting Information

Posting Number PG192521EP
Internal Recruitment No
Working Title Reactor Engineer
Anticipated Hiring Range $60,000 - $70,000
Work Schedule Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 5:00om; with extra hours as needed.
Job Location Raleigh, NC
Department Nuclear Engineering
About the Department
The Department of Nuclear Engineering offers undergraduate and graduate degrees in Nuclear Engineering. We are the only nuclear engineering program in the state of North Carolina and one of the premier departments in the southeast United States. Our purpose is to enhance, promote, and utilize the PULSTAR research reactor and associated facilities in an exemplary manner, leading to national recognition as a premier 1-MW Nuclear Reactor Program dedicated to research, teaching, and extension.

The PULSTAR reactor facility is available for use by research faculty and staff within the UNC system or at other academic institutions, and by governmental agencies and industries in the State of North Carolina and the Nation.

More information about the NCSU Department of Nuclear Engineering could be found in: http://www.ne.ncsu.edu/
Essential Job Duties
  • Work with Nuclear Reactor Program (NRP) staff to support the mechanical/electrical design, engineering and maintenance needs of the PULSTAR reactor and associated facilities.
  • Participate in the development of major facility systems and experimental instruments.
  • Support major activities for infrastructure upgrades and R&D projects.
  • Obtain status as a reactor operator (RO) and subsequently senior reactor operator (SRO).
  • Contribute to the development of facility/instrument procedures, safety evaluations, and license amendment applications.
  • Support reactor utilization and interface with users.
  • Participate in the training of new personnel.

All of the activities above are performed in coordination with, and at the direction of, the Director of the Nuclear Reactor Program (NRP).
Other Responsibilities
  • Other responsibilities are as assigned by the Director of the NRP.

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience
  • Require post-baccalaureate credentials or a Bachelor's degree in an Engineering discipline such as Nuclear Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a similar field or an alternative or equivalent professional training and experience.
Other Required Qualifications
  • Obtain Reactor Operator (RO) license for the operation of the PULSTAR reactor within one year after hire.
  • Understand technical operating, service and repair manuals.
  • Ability to monitor all systems for normal running conditions, performing activities such as checking gauges to assess output or assess the effects of generator loading on other equipment.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Familiarity with tenets and implementation of safety and security culture.
  • Ability to use design and engineering tools such as Autodesk Inventor, AutoCAD, SolidWorks.
  • Programing experience using capabilities such as MATLAB and C .
  • Greater than or equal to one year of experience with each of the following activities: 1) maintenance, and surveillance; 2) familiarity with implementation of Emergency and Security Plans and required procedures; 3) past experience with research reactor projects including for infrastructure upgrades and R&D; 4) design and installation of experimental apparatus, and 5) familiarity with methods of radiation measurements.
Required License(s) or Certification(s)
  • Obtain Reactor Operator (RO) license for the operation of the PULSTAR reactor within one year after hire.
Valid NC Driver's License required No
Commercial Driver's License required No
Recruitment Dates and Special Instructions

Job Open Date 04/12/2023
Anticipated Close Date Open Until Filled
Special Instructions to Applicants
Please include as attachments a resume, cover letter, and contact information for at least 3 professional references.
Position Details

Position Number 00110006
Position Type EHRA Non-Faculty
Full Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours/week) 1.0
Appointment 12 Month Recurring
Mandatory Designation - Adverse Weather Non Mandatory - Adverse Weather
Mandatory Designation - Emergency Events Non Mandatory - Emergency Event
Is this position partially or fully funded on ARRA stimulus monies? No
Department ID 141201 - Nuclear Reactor Program
AA/EEO
NC State University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as an individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-515-3148 to speak with a representative at the Office of Institutional Equity and Diversity.

If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or .

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.

NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.

 

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