General Engineer/Physical Scientist

Full Job Description

This position is part of the Department of Energy (DOE), National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA), Associate Administrator For Environment, Safety And Health (NA-ESH), Office Of Safety, Chief Of Defense Nuclear Safety Division.

A successful candidate in this position will provide expert analysis and advise to the Chief of Defense Nuclear Safety Division (CDNS), and other senior NNSA officials on nuclear safety-related topics.

A qualified candidate's online application and resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower NNSA pay band level or GS grade level in the Federal Service, i.e.

EN/NN/NQ-04 or GS-15.

Specialized experience for this position is defined as: experience and in-depth knowledge of nuclear safety with a specific specialty in applying seismic analysis to understand the structural response of safety-related structures systems and components (SSCs) and implementation of the current state of practice for industry standards.

Examples of Specialized Experience but not limited to: 1.

Leading the development and implementation of seismic safety policies and programs for nuclear facilities, ensuring compliance with DOE directives and national/international consensus standards. 2.

Providing authoritative technical advice and comprehensive analyses on seismic risks and hazards impacting nuclear and high-hazard facilities to senior management and external regulatory bodies. 3.

Managing projects focused on the design, integration, and risk assessment of seismic safety controls for new construction or modifications of nuclear facilities. 4.

Serving as a recognized technical expert, interpreting broad policy guidelines, and resolving complex technical and programmatic issues related to natural phenomena hazards in nuclear operations. 5.

Developing and maintaining effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including regulatory agencies and contractors, to achieve organizational goals in nuclear and seismic safety.

Your application and resume should demonstrate that you possess the following competencies. Do not provide a separate narrative written statement.

Rather, you must describe in your application how your past work experience demonstrates that you possess the competencies. identified below.

Cite specific examples of employment or experience contained in your resume and describe how this experience has prepared you to successfully perform the duties of this position.

DO NOT write "see resume" in your application!

Job Related Competencies: General Engineering - Knowledge of the concepts, principles, and theories of engineering and their practical applications.

Problem Solving/Critical Thinking - Identifies and analyzes problems; uses sound reasoning to arrive at conclusions; finds alternative solutions to complex problems; distinguishes between relevant and irrelevant information to make logical judgements.

Leadership - Leadership: Influences, motivates, and challenges others; adapts leadership styles to a variety of situations.

Technical Competence - Understands and appropriately applies procedures, requirements, regulations, and policies related to specialized expertise (for example, engineering, physical science, law, or accounting); maintains credibility with others on technical matters.

Safety Engineering - Knowledge of the concepts, principles, theories, and methods to identify, control, mitigate, and eliminate safety hazards in the design and use of facilities, equipment, operations, and work processes.

"Experience" refers to paid and unpaid experience.

Examples of qualifying unpaid experience may include: volunteer work done through National Service programs (such as Peace Corps and AmeriCorps); as well as work for other community-based philanthropic and social organizations.

Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills; and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment.

You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. You must meet all qualifications and eligibility requirements by the closing date of this announcement.

Major Duties:

As a General Engineer/Physical Scientist you will: Apply advanced civil and structural engineering principles, including seismic and natural phenomena hazard analysis, to ensure the safety and reliability of complex facilities and infrastructure.

Evaluate and resolve complex or unprecedented engineering problems involving incomplete or conflicting information, using sound judgment, innovation, and technical expertise to develop effective solutions.

Lead and manage safety programs and technical activities by planning, executing, and overseeing engineering projects, studies, and assessments related to facility design, operations, and risk mitigation.

Provide expert technical guidance and advisory services on hazard analysis, safety systems, and protective controls; adapts and improves engineering methods and practices to address emerging risks and challenges.

Review and oversee the design, implementation, and maintenance of systems and controls intended to prevent or mitigate hazards and ensure safe, compliant facility operations.