Mechanical Designer

Location:Oak Ridge, TN

Job Title: Mechanical Designer

Career Level From: Senior Associate

Career Level To: Senior Specialist

Organization: Y-12 Mech HVAC & Fire Protect (50996613)

Job Specialty: Core Technology

What You'll Do

Mechanical Designer for Y-12 will be responsible for producing CAD drawings of HVAC Systems and Fire Sprinkler Systems in support of nuclear and non-nuclear projects at the Y-12National Security Complex.

Designer will prepare conceptual design and construction output documents to include the following:

• Installation Drawings (HVAC and Fire Sprinkler)
• Man-hour estimates
• Bills of material for cost estimating
• Occasionally ascends/descends a ladder to complete field walkdowns

The Mechanical Designer will be responsible for interpreting, organizing, and executing assignments and engineering designs for HVAC Systems and Fire Sprinkler Systems. The candidate will be expected to assist in gathering field data unique to each project. Responsibilities will include, but not be limited to, 3D Modeling, 2D CAD drafting, field walk downs, drawing layout, multi-discipline coordination, interference evaluation, and interfacing with AE firms. The designer must be proficient with developing drawings (plans, sections, details, Ventilation & Instrumentation Diagrams, and Airflow Diagrams) and providing general notes on design drawings.

A strong candidate for the Mechanical Designer position must have experience with design and layout of HVAC Systems and Fire Sprinkler Systems. This experience should include, but not limited to, duct routing, pipe routing, component selection, and sprinkler spacing. Experience with ASHRAE standards, SMACNA details, and NFPA standards is preferred.

Candidate must effectively and cooperatively work as a team member of an integrated project team and utilize sound time management. Field walkdowns will routinely be performed.

What You Can Expect

• Meaningful work and unique opportunities to support missions vital to national and global security
• Top-notch, dedicated colleagues
• Generous pay and benefits with a stable organization
• Career advancement and professional development programs
• Work-life balance fostered through flexible work options and wellness initiatives

Minimum Job Requirements

• Ten or more years of progressive, relevant experience in HVAC and/or Fire Sprinkler System Design.
• Technical knowledge of related engineering systems, applications of engineering and construction methods and materials, and engineering application of computers.
• Ability to plan, self-perform tasks and multi-task on multiple projects.
• The position requires the ability to present information clearly and effectively through the oral and written word and utilize automated workflow systems.
• Must be able to coordinate verification and validation of documents with technical and operations personnel prior to release for approval and implementation.
• Ability to develop and maintain historical information.
• Ability to prepare, interpret, maintain, and incorporate requirements of technical drawings and operating documents.

Preferred Job Requirements

• Associate Degree and/or relevant education in a related discipline.
• Experience with 3D modeling is preferred.
• Experience with Smart Plant 3D software.
• Nuclear related design experience in an NRC or DOE regulated environment is desirable.
• Knowledgeable in DOE standards, including DOE O 420.1C, Facility Safety and DOE STD 1066-2016, Fire Protection.
• Familiarity with HASS fire protection hydraulic calculation program (or similar hydraulic calculation program).
• Familiarity with Trane Trace (or similar programs).

Why Y-12?
You get #morethanajob. We encourage employees to achieve a healthy personal balance among home, work and the community. One of the ways we embrace work-life balance is by offering flexible work arrangements that provide alternatives to the traditional workweek, while still meeting business needs. Top talent and personal commitment mean more to our success than any other factors, so we reward our people with the kinds of benefits that make a positive difference in the quality of their lives. Benefits such as: medical plan, prescription drug plan, vision plan, dental plan, employer matched 401(k) savings plan, disability coverage, education reimbursement and many more. Want to stay healthy and fit but hate the cost of a gym membership? Take advantage of one of our onsite workout facilities and eat healthy in our onsite cafeterias. Much more than a workplace, at Y-12, you can build a career that lasts a lifetime. Notes
The minimum education and experience for the lowest career level in the job posting range are listed under Minimum Job Requirements. Successful candidates hired into a higher career level than the minimum in the range must meet the requirements listed in the job leveling charts for the career level into which they are being hired.
If a range of Career Levels is posted, i.e., Senior Associate to Senior Specialist, internal applicants already in one of the Career Levels would come across at their current Career Level. Internal applicants currently in a lower level Career Level would move to the lowest posted Career Level.
Requires a Q clearance; however all qualified candidates will be considered regardless of their current clearance status. The ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Energy Q clearance is required.
Position may require entry into Materials Access Areas (MAA) and participation in the Human Reliability Program (HRP). If HRP is required, candidate must complete a counterintelligence-scope polygraph, pursuant to 10CFR 709. Medical requirements may apply.

CNS is a drug-free workplace. Candidates accepting a job offer will be required to pass a pre-placement physical, drug screening and background investigation. As an employee, you may be required to receive and maintain a security clearance from the United States Department of Energy in order to meet eligibility requirements for access to sensitive information or matter. U.S. citizenship is a requirement for security clearance applicants. All employees are subject to being randomly selected for drug testing without advance notification.
CNS is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, genetic information, disability or veteran status.