Design Engineering Integrator

Requisition Id14710

Overview:

The Design Engineering (DE) Group within the Nonreactor Nuclear Facility Division is seeking a Design Engineering Integrator. This position will support and coordinate engineering, design, drafting, 3D scanning, and product data management (PDM) services across multiple disciplines, including mechanical, HVAC, structural, and electrical. This role focuses on project coordination, resource planning, and process improvement within the Design Engineering functional area to ensure efficient execution of engineering projects. The ideal candidate will have strong technical knowledge, project coordination experience, and the ability to work across multiple engineering disciplines to improve workflows and efficiency.

As a U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Office of Science national laboratory, ORNL has an impressive 80-year legacy of addressing the nation's most pressing challenges. Our team is made up of over 7,000 dedicated and innovative individuals! Our goal is to create an environment where a variety of perspectives and backgrounds are valued, ensuring ORNL is known as a top choice for employment. These principles are essential for supporting our broader mission to drive scientific breakthroughs and translate them into solutions for energy, environmental, and security challenges facing the nation.

Major Duties/Responsibilities:

• Oversee engineering, design, drafting, and PDM services, ensuring projects align with functional area and organizational objectives.

• Lead regular cross-disciplinary meetings, design reviews, and project status updates, serving as the key communication link between customers, key stakeholders, and the design engineering team.

• Facilitate collaboration among the design engineering disciplines (mechanical, structural, & HVAC) and manage resource allocation and scheduling across design engineering projects.

• Identify technical or process-related challenges within the design engineering functional area and work with discipline leads to implement solutions.

• Identify opportunities to enhance workflows, integrate best practices, and optimize collaboration among the design engineering team and other functional areas.

• Work with Leadership team to identify staffing, training, and technology needs to support long-term growth within the design engineering functional area.
• 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:

• BS degree in a technical field with 5+ years of experience. An AS degree in a technical field with 7+ years of experience, may also be considered.

• 5+ years of experience in design engineering, technical project coordination, or operations support.

• Experience working on engineering projects associated with designing structures, systems, or components (SSCs) within a nuclear facility.

• Understanding of design engineering, 3D modeling, drafting, and PDM systems.

• Experience working with mechanical, HVAC, structural, and electrical disciplines.

• Ability to manage schedules, track progress, and support resource planning.

• Strong ability to coordinate across teams and support decision-making.

• Proven leadership skills with exceptional verbal and written communication abilities.

• Strong analytical skills with a proactive approach to resolving technical and operational issues.

• Ability to execute vision, drive accountability, and foster cross-functional collaboration.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Certifications such as PMP, Lean Six Sigma, or equivalent are a plus.

• Experience with industry-standard design and project management software (e.g., AutoCAD, SolidWorks, M365 Applications, Microsoft Project, Microsoft Planner, etc.).

• Prior work experience in a nuclear facility is desirable.

About the Isotope Science and Engineering Directorate (ISED):
Established in 2020, the Isotope Science and Engineering Directorateis strengthening Oak Ridge National Laboratory's leadership in isotope production and enrichment technology innovation. ISED is guiding the Lab's pursuit of the fundamental science and technology that broadens the application of isotopes for energy, environmental, medical, and national security purposes. These efforts are made possible through the High Flux Isotope Reactor, the Radiochemical Engineering Development Center, ORNL's other nuclear facilities, and an assemblage of world-leading scientists and engineers. Please visit https://www.ornl.gov/directorate/isotopes for more information about ISED.

Benefits at ORNL:
UT-Battelle offers a quality benefits package, including a matching 401(k), contributory pension plan, paid vacation, and medical/dental plan options. Onsite amenities include a credit union, medical clinic, cafeteria, and fitness facilities.

Relocation:
Moving can be overwhelming and expensive. UT-Battelle offers a generous relocation package to ease the transition process. Domestic and international relocation assistance is available for certain positions. If invited to interview, be sure to ask your Recruiter (Talent Acquisition Partner) for details.
For more information about our benefits, working here, and living here, visit the "About" tab athttps://jobs.ornl.gov.

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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ORNL is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants, including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans, are encouraged to apply. UT-Battelle is an E-Verify employer.