Structural Engineer

ABOUT THE ROLE

We are seeking a Structural Engineer to join our team supporting the Oak Ridge National Laboratory! This position is full-time and will be based out of Oak Ridge, Tennessee.

Responsibilities

• Performs calculations and interprets industry codes to support design development.
• Provides project management support for installation of design changes.
• Provides engineering support for fabrication of HBRR components.
• Performs structural analysis and calculations to support design or modification of tools used for hoisting and rigging.
• Ensures that HFIR structural specifications and drawings are prepared in accordance with appropriate DOE and industry codes and standards.
• Interprets and implements DOE Natural Phenomena Hazard codes and regulations, as well as nuclear facility structural material design codes, such as ASCE 4, ACI 349, and AISC N690.
• Performs seismic qualifications, analyses, and evaluations in accordance with DOE-STD-1020 and -021 and International Building Code.
• Provides written work package instructions to perform and document work.
• Provides field technical support to craft supervisors and craft as needed.
• Ensures engineering design documents and drawings are completed and properly placed under RRD Configuration Management.

Requirements

• Education & Years of Experience –Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering with a strong structural background and a minimum of 10 years of experience in the DOE’s nuclear facilities and/or the commercial nuclear plants.
• Citizenship – To be considered, you must be a United States (U.S.) citizen due to the federal nature of the work.
• Clearance – To be considered, you must be able to obtain and maintain a government issued clearance, if needed.
• Must be highly knowledgeable and proficient in material designs such as steel, masonry, concrete, and cold formed metal design.
• Must possess a strong understanding of material handling practices and the various lift classifications as defined in ORNL SBMS.
• Requires proficiency in applying AISC, ACI, AWS, ASCE, ANSI, and other relevant codes and standards for nuclear facility design.

Desired Skills

• Experience with STAAD.Pro finite element analysis is desirable.
• Experience with dynamic response spectra analyses is also desirable.
• M.S. degree preferred.

About the Site

The DOE's Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL), located in Oak Ridge, Tennessee, conducts research and development to create scientific knowledge and solutions that strengthen the nation's leadership in key areas of science; increase the availability of clean, abundant energy; restore and protect the environment; and contribute to national security. ORNL also performs isotope production, information management, and technical program management (energy.gov).

ABOUT GEM

GEM Technologies, Inc. (GEM) is an award-winning federal contractor with more than 30 years of experience providing environmental, construction, facility management, and technical services to federal agencies, state and local governments, and commercial organizations. Founded in 1994 as a nuclear engineering firm to support federal operations in East Tennessee, GEM has since expanded into a nationwide, multi-disciplinary provider with over 270 employees and a diverse portfolio of contracts in the environmental, nuclear, and defense sectors. Some reasons to join GEM are:

• Our philosophy – We believe in the power of effective collaboration and recognize that good partnerships are the building blocks to success.
• Our relationships – Partnering with federal clients, we solve complex problems, exceed expectations, and advance critical missions.
• Our team – We are committed to managing a cohesive workforce and cultivating a supportive workplace for our employees on contracts and in-office.
• Our community involvement – Supporting our communities, we invest time and money in local schools and non-profit organizations.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

GEM’s offered compensation is dependent on candidates’ education, qualifications, and relevant years of experience. To recruit and retain our exceptional staff, we offer the opportunity to elect benefit packages that best suit our employee’s needs; this includes, but is not limited to, a competitive Salary, Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance (including HSA & PPO options), Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Holidays, Life Insurance, and a matching 401(k) Retirement Plan.

Please Note: With the exception of mandated state requirements, GEM does not publish salary information on external job boards; as such, most ranges listed are estimates made by vendors and not actual salary ranges.