Department Mgr, Engineering (Deputy Mgr, SRPPF Design Authority Eng.)

15-Apr-2024

Engineering

9233BR

Who We Are

As the Savannah River Site's management and operations contractor since 2008, Savannah River Nuclear Solutions (SRNS) makes the world safer. With safety and security in the forefront, SRNS develops innovative approaches to deliver on our environmental commitments and nuclear materials challenges; supplies products and services necessary to maintain the nation's nuclear deterrent; secures nuclear materials to prevent unwanted proliferation; and transforms nuclear materials into assets and stable wasteforms.

The SRNS workforce is highly capable, engaged, and adaptable to meet existing and expanding missions. SRNS employees apply superior expertise and innovative solutions to complex and challenging national and global issues. We have the knowledge to address a range of national and international nuclear issues. We make the world safer - and you can, too.

What You'll Do in This Position

Provide direct support to the Chief Engineer in the management and oversight of the Design Authority organization and Engineering programmatic function, within the Savannah River Plutonium Processing Facility (SRPPF) Design Authority Group. This includes monitoring, assessing and influencing the performance of technical oversight and engineering support for the SRPPF Project by managing engineering programs, schedules, budget, personnel, and equipment selection and development that will lead to safe, efficient operation. This also includes ensuring that Engineering line management is effectively managing all aspects of the design authority engineering group which includes Documented Safety Analysis (DSA) development activities, process and balance of plant design support, general project support, improvement and oversight, and personnel development. Serve as the design authority engineering interface for communication of issues with the chief engineer, project engineering management, and senior level project management. In addition, the position includes routine interface with senior levels of management in SRNL, Nuclear and Criticality Safety Engineering, Design Agencies, Process Control and Automation Engineering, the IEB, and with external groups such as NNSA, DOE-Technical and the DNFSB.

The major responsibilities are intended to describe the primary elements of the position as a whole; not to describe any one position in its entirety. Additionally, since this position directly supports the Chief Engineer, some or all of these items may be a shared, or fully delegated responsibility.

Safety is the number one priority in each job performed. Ensure the organization actively participates in the safety program and incorporates safety into each activity. Lead by example and obtain safety training, obey safety rules and make safety an integral part of each task.

The primary responsibility is to perform and manage the Design Authority programmatic function within the engineering organization.

This entails many specific duties including:
- Monitor design inputs and outputs to ensure nuclear safety is achieved, and that activities are performed in accordance with industrial safety, process safety, engineering, environmental and quality requirements.
- Ensure that required assessments and management field observations are being performed, and appropriate followup actions are being taken to improve the organization.
- Ensure proposed activities (including processes and new missions) are being reviewed for compliance with established engineering principles, safety documentation, design basis requirements, and regulations relating to environment, safety, and security.
- Ensuring that the appropriate engineering rigor and technical conscience is being applied in the decision making process, and that the concept of conservative decision making is fully understood within the organization.
- Ensure the organization is adhering to Configuration Management procedures in executing engineering tasks to establish and maintain the technical baseline
- Ensure the organization is properly executing design authority responsibilities through their review and approval of process and equipment system designs (including new technology) to ensure safety, maintainability, product quality, system quality, system efficiency, and environmental compliance
- Ensure the organization is properly staffed with the right number and mix of managers and engineers to perform the work scope
- Assess the effectiveness of the organization and implement improvements where appropriate
- Act as Cost Account Manager for the SRPPF project as a fully certified Earned Value Management System (EVMS) project. This includes processing project work authorization documents, processing variance reports, managing charging practices and processing project forecasts.

This Deputy Chief Engineer serves as a point of contact with the Chief Engineer, Facility and System's Engineering Director, Project Management, and senior management for
all technical issues that arise as part of day-to-day operations or longer-term program or mission work. As such, a key responsibility is to understand technical information and effectively communicate and prioritize issues.
- Ensure the line organization is effectively interacting with Project Management, Construction, Work Control, Quality, Radiological Control, Procedures and Training, along with internal and external engineering groups to ensure the required engineering support objectives are being met.
- Interface with Project Management and other technical support organization managers as required to communicate needs and assignment of appropriate priority
- Interface with SRNL/EES on staffing levels, funding issues and prioritization of work to ensure flowsheet/equipment needs are being developed to remain ahead of mission schedules
- Participate in the development of key project milestones and objectives, including Work Authorized Execution Plan (WAEP), and ensure there are appropriate engineering resources to accomplish established goals
- Routinely monitor progress against the project schedule, support recovery actions needed to maintain schedules, and proactively inform management of substantial obstacles to success. Work with line management to resolve/remove issues which are impeding mission/milestone success.
- Clearly and consistently communicate to upper management, and NNSA personnel, to ensure understanding of the impacts of ongoing issues and emerging issue strategies
- Actively participate on department or division level teams to provide technical expertise and on project level review teams as requested by management.

As a member of the Engineering Leadership team, another key responsibility is the qualification and development of personnel:
- Ensure the line organization is maintaining a trained, qualified, and motivated staff of managers and engineers while developing personnel to fulfill their highest potential
- Ensure that training processes and procedures, such as the Training Review Committee are effectively identifying and resolving emergent issues to support the organization needs
- Assist the Chief Engineer to provide personalized direction required to compensate for the low experience level of newer managers and effectively leverage the experienced professionals to provide maximum benefit to the organization
- Utilize existing tools and processes such as the staffing forecasts to identify critical positions, candidates for those positions, and developmental opportunities to prepare individuals for their next challenging assignment
- Assist the chief engineer with the RP3/Merit and promotion planning and implementation processes
- Support site level hiring and development initiatives through participation in interviews for the hiring process, identification of rotations and placements for ELDP engineers, and support of the intern program.

Security Clearance Information

SRNS is required by DOE to conduct a pre-employment drug test and background review that includes checks of personal references, credit, criminal records, and employment history, and education verifications. Positions with SRNS may require applicants to obtain and maintain a DOE L or Q-level security clearance, which requires U.S. citizenship. Factors such as pre-employment background review results, dual citizenship status, and unpaid and/or unfiled taxes may impact your ability to obtain a security clearance. This list of factors is not exhaustive; pre-employment information and security clearance requests are reviewed on a case-by-case basis.

Clearance Required to Perform Job

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Qualifications We Require

BS in Engineering or related technical degree

Other Qualifications

Must be able to obtain/maintain a security clearance, if
required.

Qualifications We Desire

Experience in Operations, Engineering, and/or Maintenance. Experience in the nuclear field or equivalent. Experience in management.

Demonstrated engineering ability on facility systems and processes; demonstrated leadership and organizational capabilities; knowledge of company policies and administrative practices; knowledge of nuclear and criticality safety principles and their application to facilities; technical knowledge of facility process and support systems; knowledge of facility Safety Basis; and working knowledge of regulatory requirements.

Must be able to apply engineering judgment, often in complex situations, to determine acceptability of proposed solutions, and to understand and explain questions on compliance with DSA or TSR requirements, and ORPs/SIRIM reportability.

What We Offer

Savannah River Nuclear Solutions (SRNS) Benefits team is constantly assessing trends in the benefits area to provide the best possible services to our workforce. We ensure high quality outcomes of each service provider by consistent monitoring and oversite for positive results. We also negotiate cost effective premiums that will meet the needs of our evolving workforce. Your SRNS Health & Welfare benefits provide peace of mind and financial protection for you and your family. Some of the Benefits offered to full service employees include:

- Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance options
- Critical Illness and Accident Insurance
- Employer paid life insurance with buy up options
- Employer paid Short Term and Long Term Disability
- 401(k) with Employer Match
- Various wellness programs
- Paid Time Off and Holidays
- Discounts and other supplemental benefits

SRNS employees are critical to the success of SRNS, all while making the world a safer place. The work that we do every day makes a difference.

Standards of Excellence

The SRNS vision states that we will "be the standard of excellence in nuclear materials management by delivering knowledge, innovation and experience." This is underpinned by the recognition that everything we do relies on our employees and how they demonstrate the SRNS Standards of Excellence every day.

Built on the foundation of safety and security, each employee is expected to:
Model Excellence by demonstrating the highest standards and values in work and promoting them within the organization and to the customer.
Deliver Results by meeting customer expectations to ensure objectives, goals and deadlines are met while being good stewards of resources.
Energize and Recognize Teams through growing organizational strength and recognizing continued excellence.
Build Relationships by developing relationships with coworkers and customers to foster a respectful workplace.
Shape the Future by creating a diverse, innovative and integrated workforce that fosters mission success and company growth.

Note:

SRNS is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. SRNS is also committed to making our workplace accessible to individuals with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodations, upon request, for individuals to participate in the application and hiring process. To request such an accommodation, you may contact us by phone at 803-952-8207, or by e-mail at hrrecruiting@srs.gov.

Job Expires

24-Apr-2024