Requisition Id 16954

Overview:

We are seeking a Facility Engineer who will focus as the primary technical resource and Design Authority for issues related to facility infrastructure. This position resides in the Computational Complex in the Facilities Management Division, Facilities and Operations Directorate at Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL).

As part of our team, you will be the resident authority on engineering aspects related to system operations and maintenance. Facility Engineers ensure configuration control for facilities and systems and manage Preventive/Predictive Maintenance programs.

Major Duties/Responsibilities:

• Support the design, installation and maintenance of electrical, mechanical and HVAC installations.
• Facility Engineers must have and maintain an in-depth understanding of the technical aspects of the facility systems for/which they are responsible.
• Estimates costs related to design, materials and labor, and monitors construction process.
• Maintain and continually improve preventive maintenance systems and processes.
• Coordinate outside contract work for construction or repair.
• Knowledge of standards, codes, and regulations with respect to construction and the maintenance of equipment and facilities.
• They must cultivate a close relationship with customers to understand their needs, respond/quickly to their requests, and provide feedback in a timely manner.
• They have primary responsibility for facility and system/modifications (design, construction oversight, acceptance testing, etc.).
• Effectively support other Core Team members.
• Manage projects and support large projects performed inside the complex.
• Write Scopes of Work for modifications and services for the facilities.
• Technical Project Officer for purchases, subcontracts, and services.
• Work with craft employees in a union environment.
• Plans and schedules maintenance activities and operational outages. Lead pre-job meetings with all stakeholders, including craft personnel, to gain commitment from all team members.
• Coordinates emergency repair efforts for critical building equipment.
• Leads skilled craft personnel in identifying, troubleshooting, and performing repairs.
• Generates drawing redlines to update as-bult drawings under configuration control. Performs field verification of equipment and building systems to ensure configuration control.
• Participates in design of systems for new facilities or replacement of aging equipment. Includes evaluation of equipment selections and configuration of associated equipment.
• Ensure compliance with Environmental, Safety, and Health (ES&H) and Quality Assurance (QA) requirements for operations and subcontracted construction/installation projects.
• 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:

• An accredited BS degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering is required.
• A minimum of five years of experience in facility systems, operations, and maintenance.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in HVAC and their control systems, industrial piping design, and in 480 VAC 3 phase power distribution
• The ability to understand and manage technical issues related to facility infrastructure
• Candidates should have strong computer skills, good interpersonal abilities, and good communication skills
• Motivated self-starter with the ability to work independently and to participate creatively in collaborative teams across the laboratory
• Ability to function well in a fast-paced research environment, set priorities to accomplish multiple tasks within deadlines, and adapt to ever changing needs
• Ability to work and communicate (written and oral) effectively with diverse teams of engineers, scientists, and technicians.

Special Requirements:

• Work involves various physical requirements and working conditions. As such, a pre-hire physical will be required after offer.
• Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
• 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.

This position will remain open for a minimum of 5 days after which it will close when a qualified candidate is identified and/or hired.

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