Designer Level 2/Level 3

Idaho National Laboratory is hiring a Designer to work in our Materials and Fuels Complex (MFC) Drafting department. Our team works a 4x10 schedule located out of our Materials and Fuels Complex with every Friday off.

INL is recognized as the lead national laboratory for DOE-NE, providing much of the nuclear research, development, and demonstration capability needed to move nuclear innovation forward to deployment. MFC hosts a unique combination of personnel, facilities and infrastructure and offers the ability to perform research and development of nuclear fuels from fuel development and fabrication through post irradiation analysis.

Responsibilities Include:

You will assess engineering requirements and translate into technical blueprints, drawings, layouts, and simulation models using CAD/CAM/CAE software or applying standard CAD/CAM/CAE techniques to revise engineering drawings of components, parts, and assemblies. Customize CAD/CAM/CAE software to model complex or unusual designs.

• Apply experienced multi-disciplined CAD drafting skills and techniques to prepare new computer-generated drawings and drawing changes to support multi-disciplined company engineering activities consistent with company and nationally recognized standards.
• Lead the design team to develop complete design and CAD models compatible with applicable codes and standards and pre-established cost, scope, and schedule dimensions for purposes of fabrication, installation, construction or modification of nuclear facilities, structures, systems and components (SSCs).
• Provide drafting checking support for assigned group's experiment drawings, including mechanical, electrical, piping and instruments drawings (P&IDs),
• Lead in the selection of nuclear components, specifications, and acceptance criteria to be communicated with associated engineering documentation to support the end use.
• Check drawings ensuring Fit, Form, and Function for Drawings of all complexity.
• Provide design guidance to Engineering and supporting organizations.
• Direct the work efforts of drafting personnel to achieve cost-effective engineering project cost management.
• Train/mentor peers in the application of multi-disciplined design development skills and techniques.

Minimum Requirements:

• Level 2 - Bachelor's and 2 years of experience. Master's and 0 years of experience. PhD and 0 years experience or 8 years of experience in lieu of degree.
• Level 3 - Bachelor's and 5 years of experience. Master's and 2 years of experience. PhD and 2 years of experience or 11 years of experience in lieu of degree
• Relevant experience commensurate with level.
• Experience using Inventor software. Must have overall understanding of various types of drawings (e.g. mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, piping, structural, civil) and specialization in mechanical and electrical.
• This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Energy "L" clearance, which requires US Citizenship.

Job Information:

• The pay range for this position is: Level 2 ($63,528 - $130,284) / Level 3 ($75,804 - $155,496). At Idaho National Laboratory compensation decisions are determined using factors such as education, relevant experience, and other credentials.
• You are required to show a demonstrated commitment to valuing diversity and contributing to an inclusive working environment.
• TDP: This is a testing designated position; you will be required to submit to a pre-employment drug screen and periodic drug testing throughout the term of your employment.
• Multi-Level: This is a multi-level posting and you will be placed at the appropriate level dependent on depth and breadth of proven experience and skills.

Benefits and Relocation

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401(k) with a 4.2% employer contribution and up to 4.8% match
• Paid time off (personal leave)
• Employee Education Program (tuition assistance)
• Comprehensive Relocation Package
• Benefit eligibility subject multiple factors, including employment status and position classification.

INL is a science-based, applied engineering national laboratory dedicated to supporting the U.S. Department of Energy's mission in nuclear energy research, science, and national defense. With more than 5,800 scientists, researchers, and support staff, the laboratory works with national and international governments, universities and industry partners to discover new science and development technologies that underpin the nation's nuclear and renewable energy, national security, and environmental missions.

Selective Service Requirements To be eligible for employment at INL males born after December 31, 1959 must have registered with the Selective Service System (SSS). For more information see www.sss.gov.

Equal Employment Opportunity Idaho National Laboratory (INL) is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. It is the policy of INL to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Women and People of Color are strongly encouraged to apply.

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