Requisition Id 16693
Overview:We are seeking a Cooling Systems Engineer to provide technical engineering oversight of cooling systems supporting the Spallation Neutron Source (SNS) and High Flux Isotope Reactor (HFIR). This position resides in the Cooling Systems Group in the Site Services Group, Research Accelerator Division, Neutron Sciences Directorate at Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL).
Major Duties/Responsibilities:- Provide systems-level engineering support on piping specification, material selection, heat exchanger thermal sizing, and pump selection, translating decisions into clear direction for designers and technicians.
- Perform hydraulic and CFD analysis to evaluate system performance, support design changes, and guide equipment selection.
- Evaluate operational data from facility monitoring software to identify performance trends and recommend improvements.
- Review cooling system components - piping, pumps, water treatment - and provide engineering support for design changes per established procedures.
- Monitor cooling systems operations and direct qualified operators to adjust parameters to meet SNS production goals; escalate issues to the Group Leader or Senior Operator as needed.
- In this role you will be expected to be willing to learn new skills and train others.
- Support design change implementation and routine maintenance coordination, with occasional off-hours or weekend coverage for 24/7 facilities.
- Ensure compliance with environmental, safety, health and quality program requirements.
- Deliver ORNL's mission by aligning behaviors, priorities, and interactions with our core values of Impact, Integrity, Teamwork, Safety, and Service. Promote equal opportunity by fostering a respectful workplace - in how we treat one another, work together, and measure success.
Basic Qualifications:- A BS in mechanical engineering or a related field and a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience.
Preferred Qualifications:- Experience designing or operating industrial water or cooling systems, including pumps, valves, heat exchangers, and piping.
- Experience with AFT Fathom fluid dynamic software.
- Knowledge of Affinity Laws and their application to pump and fan system design.
Security, Credentialing, and Eligibility Requirements:This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain an HSPD-12 PIV badge.
For employment at Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL), a Real ID compliant form of identification will be required. Additionally, ORNL is subject to Department of Energy (DOE) access restrictions. All employees must also be able to obtain and maintain a federal Personal Identity Verification (PIV) card as mandated by Homeland Security Presidential Directive 12 (HSPD-12) and Department of Energy (DOE) Order 473.1A, which requires a favorable post-employment background investigation.
To obtain this credential, new employees must successfully complete and pass a Federal Tier 1 background check investigation. This investigation includes a declaration of illegal drug activities, including use, supply, possession, or manufacture within the last year. This includes marijuana and cannabis derivatives, which are still considered illegal under federal law, regardless of state laws.
