Careers

OVERVIEW
Longenecker & Associates (L&A) seeks a motivated Fellow Engineer - Nuclear Safety to contribute to our mission supporting our work at SRNS in Aiken, SC.

L&A is a woman-owned small business and trusted partner enabling critical missions across the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) complex for more than 30 years. We contribute to DOE’s nuclear security and environmental remediation enterprise by providing the highest-caliber staff and experts.

L&A is unconditionally committed to mission success and the well-being of employees, the nation and the environment. Our team members are passionate about building a healthier environment for generations to come. We are a community that interfaces and effectively communicates with all levels of management and government. If you have a passion for excellence, seek opportunities to engage in mission critical work, and consistently exceed expectations, apply now to join our professional family.

POSITION DESCRIPTION

Apply technical experience in field of specialization or broad-based experience in multiple technical fields, and use other technical resources within the company, to resolve complex problems.

Incorporate advanced technical 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 leadership in determining solutions to complex problems and be recognized as having expertise in a functional area(s) of technical expertise.

Develop solutions to complex technical problems in fields of expertise.

Keep informed on technical needs within the company and technical trends in area of expertise in the external world.

Be aware of capabilities of the work group and needs of its customers. Identify technical programs which can be carried out with little guidance and take the initiative to accomplish them.

Lead task teams for developing solutions to more complex problems. Prepare plans including schedules, budgets and personnel requirements for solving major technical tasks identified by management.

Develop schedules, monitor progress, monitor expenditures of budget and review quality of work performed. Include research, development, testing, quality assurance requirements.

Communicate the results and objectives verbally and in manuscript form to customers, colleagues, managers and oversight groups.

Prepare reports for external publication.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

• Education & Experience: An advanced degree and experience, a Ph.D degree and about 10 years' experience.  OR a MS degree and 12 years' experience. OR a BS degree and approximately 15 years' experience. 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Ability to work in a diverse work environment,
• Satisfactory results of a pre-employment screening, which includes a background check and drug screening.
• Ability to fulfill and promote L&A core values.
• Considered an internal expert in area of expertise. Contributes to advancing knowledge in field of expertise through various avenues such as internal and external publications and professional society presentations. Can solve complex problem in field.
• Experience working in the nuclear safety industry through support of the DOE or the commercial nuclear industry.
• Previous experience with use and implementation of 10 CFR 830, DOE O 413.3, DOE O 421.1, and related directives and standards is required.

Desired Qualifications

• Previous SRNS experience.
• Previous experience in developing, reviewing, and maintaining SRS safety basis documents.
• Candidates who have possessed an active DOE clearance (L or Q) within the past two years.

PF-81 Evaluation Criteria: 
    • Price and Cost to Company: 20%
    • Technical Acceptability: 20%
    • Availability and Price Qualifications of Personnel: 60%
                               

Duration of the Contract: 1 year, 2 option periods.

Estimated Hours Per Year: 2080 ST 400 OT

Anticipated Work Schedule: 6:45a-5:15p Mon-Thurs. 

Onsite or Remote? Hybrid. 50% On-site. 50% Telework. Local candidates or willing to relocate at the candidate's expense.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS
Successful candidates will be able to perform the essential functions of the job with reasonable accommodation. This job posting reflects management’s assignment of essential functions and the descriptions listed do not restrict management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. 

SALARY AND BENEFITS
As an L&A employee, you will be eligible for a competitive salary as well as a comprehensive benefits package including healthcare (medical and dental), 401K plan, and paid time off. We believe in investing in our employees beyond compensation and as an L&A employee, you will have access to in-house training, career pathing, mentoring, award programs, tuition reimbursement and much more.

L&A is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, or status as a qualified individual with a disability or protected veteran.