Edgewater Technical Associates is seeking qualified candidates for a Structural Engineer opportunity in Oak Ridge, TN at Oak Ridge National Laboratory.

Project Background:

Operating at 85 MW, High Flux Isotope Reactor (HFIR) is the highest flux reactor-based source of neutrons for research in the United States and provides one of the highest steady-state neutron fluxes of any research reactor in the world. The thermal and cold neutrons produced by HFIR are used to study physics, chemistry, materials science, engineering, and biology. The Research Reactors Division (RRD) at Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) operates the HFIR, while HFIR Upgrades Project Office manages the HFIR Beryllium Reflector Replacement (HBRR) Project, which is being prepared for a major extended outage scheduled for 2029.

Scope of Work:

The HBRR Outage project will replace the life‑limiting beryllium reflector and other critical reactor vessel components, ensuring continued reactor operations for an additional 20 years. Preparatory activities for this outage will span multiple years.

Outage preparation activities include designing and fabricating custom lifting devices and fixtures, as well as performing structural analyses and calculations to support ongoing HBRR fabrication activities. The role also involves contributing to lift plans associated with reactor component assembly procedures and ensuring full compliance with ASME B30.20 standards for Below-the-Hook Lifting Devices.

In addition, the position requires performing seismic analyses and reviewing structural calculations in accordance with HFIR Safety Basis Procedures and applicable Department of Energy (DOE) standards and guidelines.

This position will be assigned to the Plant Life Extension Section within the RRD and will interact with the HFIR Upgrades Project Office supporting the HBRR activities.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

• Perform engineering calculations and interpret industry codes to support design development.
• Provide engineering support for fabrication of HBRR components.
• Perform structural analysis and calculations to support design or modification of hoisting and rigging tools.
• Ensure HFIR structural specifications and drawings are developed in accordance with applicable DOE and industry codes and standards.
• Provide written work package instructions to guide and document work activities.
• Provide field technical support to craft supervisors and craft personnel as needed.
• Provide technical support to other ongoing HFIR long term projects as needed.
• Ensure engineering design documents and drawings are completed and properly managed within HFIR Configuration Management processes.

Basic Qualifications:

• BS or MS degree in Structural Engineering (or Civil with concentration in structures or related engineering field) under an ABET accredited engineering curriculum
• A minimum of five years of demonstrated structural engineering experience
• Knowledgeable and proficient in material designs such as structural steel, stainless steel and concrete
• Strong understanding of material handling practices
• Proficiency in applying AISC, ACI, AWS, ASCE, ANSI, and other relevant codes and standards for facility design

Preferred Qualifications:

• M.S. degree in Structural Engineering with at least 10 years of experience in DOE nuclear facilities and/or commercial nuclear plants
• Experience with STAAD.Pro finite element analysis software
• Strong understanding of DOE Natural Phenomena Hazard codes and regulations, as well as structural design codes such as ASCE 4, ASCE 43, ACI 349, and AISC N690
• Experience with seismic qualification, analysis, and evaluation in accordance with DOE-STD-1020, DOE-STD-1021, and the International Building Code (IBC)

Other Job Requirements:

Must be a U.S. Citizen

If you are interested in being considered for this position and your resume clearly outlines your relevant experience for this position, please follow the application steps via our website: www.edgewatertech.net/careers

Edgewater will not submit your resume without first having detailed discussions with you and obtaining your permission to do so. We look forward to hearing from you!

WORKING WITH EDGEWATER TECHNICAL ASSOCIATES

Founded in 2003, Edgewater Technical Associates, LLC (Edgewater) is a New Mexico-based small business headquartered in Los Alamos, NM, with five (5) regional offices across the United States to locally support their growing presence at project sites. Edgewater has a proven track record and is a trusted provider of fixed-price construction projects, engineering, and technical services for the Department of Energy (DOE), Department of Defense (DOD), National Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC), Canadian Commercial Nuclear Industry, and private sector commercial contractors involved in nuclear, high-hazard, or complex operations. Edgewater’s experience and guidance ensure that its customers perform hazardous operations, comply with regulatory requirements, and maintain the highest quality and safety standards.

Originally founded to support the Los Alamos National Laboratory, Edgewater now supports customers across the U.S. and Canada. Edgewater has five offices, with corporate headquarters in Los Alamos, NM and regional offices in Carlsbad, NM; Oak Ridge, TN; Aiken, SC; and Richland, WA.

Edgewater is committed to recruiting and maintaining a staff of highly skilled professionals to support our customers. In keeping with this objective, we offer highly competitive salaries and employee benefit packages structured to best suit your needs. We offer multiple individual and family benefit options including paid time off, medical, dental, life, vision, and disability insurance, and a pre- and post-tax 401 (k) retirement account with Company matching contributions and 100% vesting for eligible participants beginning DAY 1.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Edgewater is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veterans, or individuals with disabilities in accordance with EO 14173.

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