SRNL R&D Sr. Engineer, Tritium Technologies
Savannah River National Laboratory (SRNL) is a multi-program laboratory applying state of the art science and practical, high-value, cost-effective solutions to complex technical problems to protect the nation. Located at the U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE) Savannah River Site (SRS) near Aiken, SC, the laboratory develops and deploys innovative technologies to address some of the nation’s environmental, energy, and national security challenges.
Roles and Responsibilities: The positions, two (2), will perform research and development on current and next generation tritium processing technologies. The positions will also support the application of hydrogen isotope processing and separation to fusion energy systems including development of improved tritium extraction, hydrogen isotope separation, tritium/hydrogen permeation barrier development, and He-3 generation in fusion energy components. Positions require knowledge on gas separations and impurity removal strategies from gaseous streams. The ideal candidate(s) must also have extensive knowledge in catalysis, absorption, engineered materials (zeolites, MOFs, etc.), and surface science.
Other Duties: Scope technical tasks and develop creative solutions to assigned problems. Begin using SRNL systems and meeting SRNL requirements with minimal supervisory guidance. Accepts complex tasks and receives minimal guidance from senior professionals. Incorporate conventional engineering or scientific practices and a variety of complex features such as complicated technical requirements, application of new or special materials or processes and difficult coordination or oversight requirements into problem solving and program planning. Provide limited guidance and direction to less senior engineering professionals. Carry out development and qualification programs on tasks concurrent with other phases such as design and fabrication to better evaluate and minimize future problems. Develop alternate solutions to existing problems. Perform all detail work necessary to determine best solutions. Evaluate proposals and make recommendations based on proposed projects/tasks in area of assignment. May delegate portions of the detail work to less senior personnel. Prepare costs and schedule estimates on proposed projects/tasks in assigned area. Demonstrate cost and schedule consciousness through timely completion of assigned tasks and projects. Prepare manuals and other documents supporting or publicizing the technical effort. Demonstrate creative ability through medium of patent disclosures, problem solving, engineering reports, technical papers and articles.
Relocation Is Available If Eligibility Requirements Are Met.