Mechanical Engineer II

MSTS is seeking a Mechanical Engineer II for a Facility/System Engineering and packaging engineering position supporting the DAF and OTSD. Key Responsibilities Report to Nuclear Container Engineering (NCE) manager. Provide the technical interface with radioactive material custodians, container and packaging owners, NNSA personnel, and other Nuclear Security Enterprise personnel regarding proper packaging of fissile or Type B quantities of radioactive material for shipment, transfer, or storage. Responsible for maintaining overall cognizance of assigned facility systems such as nuclear containers, providing systems engineering support for operations and maintenance, and technical support of line management safety responsibilities for ensuring continued system operational readiness. Validate physical configuration of assigned systems. Maintain and update system documents for Configuration Management (CM). Understand the functions and performance criteria for assigned systems per the Safety Basis, and act as the subject matter expert for assigned systems. Conduct or oversee the In-service-Inspection and Technical Surveillance Requirement execution of assigned systems. Contribute solutions of assignment‑related problems and issues with a moderate scope and of moderate complexity, using a well‑defined set of technologies. Solutions use established basic standards, practices and procedures as well as technical knowledge to address problems and complete tasks. Solutions may require evaluation of standards and processes. Participate in developing field programs and designs using pre‑determined principles and practices. Select and implement computer applications for their field. Prepare or contribute to designs, strategies, reports and technical proposals. Perform design and technical analysis activities using prescribed codes and standards, computer software, and generally accepted best management practices. Perform frequent coordination of discipline information with other departments within the company and with outside vendors. Work with outside vendors as required, obtaining relevant information. Develop a working knowledge of codes and standards of other disciplines. Coordinate work within their discipline on moderately complex projects. Often serves as a member of work teams. Define specifications for procurements and initiate purchase requests. Monitor work of skilled technicians and other support personnel. Qualifications Minimum Education and Experience Bachelor's degree in an engineering program accredited by the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET) required for Civil, Mechanical and Electrical engineering degrees. Or, Calculus-based STEM bachelor's degree in engineering. Or, for Architects, Certification from the National Council or Architectural Registration Board (NCARB). Or Professional Engineer license. Plus at least 2 years’ relevant experience. Skill building experience must demonstrate either deeper technical specialization or additional cross-disciplinary knowledge; graduate research experience may be recognized. Ability to interpret codes and standards applicable to the position. Demonstrated desire to learn and innovate. Demonstrated ability to follow instructions and procedures. Knowledge of instrumentation & control, electrical, mechanical or electromechanical components. Experience working with requirements-based systems for areas such as facility operations is a plus. Training or experience in areas related to DOT regulated hazardous materials shipment is a plus. Training or experience in areas related to nuclear operations or nuclear maintenance such as those found at a DOE nuclear facility, commercial power plant, or US Navy Nuclear Propulsion Program is a plus. Should be self‑motivated and able to complete assigned tasks under supervision. Ideally, the applicant will have good time‑management skills, be well organized, maintain safe work habits and have a broad range of technical interests and education. Excellent oral and written communication skills, including the ability to write reports and technical documents. Ability to interpret codes and standards within the discipline in which they were hired. The primary work location will be in the forward area of the NNSS (approximately 80 miles northwest of Las Vegas, Nevada). Work schedule for this position will be 4/10s, Monday – Thursday (subject to change). Pre‑placement physical examination, which includes a drug screen, is required. MSTS maintains a substance abuse policy that includes random drug testing. Must possess a valid driver’s license. MSTS is required by DOE directive to conduct a pre‑employment drug test and background review that includes checks of personal references, credit, law enforcement records, and employment/education verifications. Applicants offered employment with MSTS are also subject to a federal background investigation to meet the requirements for access to classified information or matter if the duties of the position require a DOE security clearance. Substance abuse or illegal drug use, falsification of information, criminal activity, serious misconduct or other indicators of untrustworthiness can cause a clearance to be denied or terminated by DOE, resulting in the inability to perform the duties assigned and subsequent termination of employment. In addition, Applicants for employment must be able to obtain and maintain a DOE Q-level security clearance, which requires U.S. citizenship, at least 18 years of age. Reference DOE Order 472.2 ( “Personnel Security”. If you hold more than one citizenship (i.e., of the U.S. and another country), your ability to obtain a security clearance may be impacted. Department of Energy Q Clearance (position will be cleared to this level). Reviews and tests for the absence of any illegal drug as defined in 10 CFR Part 707.4 ( “Workplace Substance Abuse Programs at DOE Sites,” will be conducted. Applicant selected will be subject to a Federal background investigation, required to participate in subsequent reinvestigations, and must meet the eligibility requirements for access to classified matter. Successful completion of a counterintelligence evaluation, which may include a counterintelligence-scope polygraph examination, may also be required. Reference 10 CFR Part 709 ( “Counterintelligence Evaluation Program.” MSTS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. MSTS is a background screening, drug‑free workplace. Annual salary range for this position is: $81,307.20 – $121,971.20. #J-18808-Ljbffr