Operations and Facilities System Engineer Manager

The Savannah River National Laboratory (SRNL), a leading research and development institution managed by Battelle Savannah River Alliance (BSRA), is seeking a highly qualified and experienced Operations and Facilities System Engineer Manager. This role is crucial for leading an engineering team dedicated to ensuring the operational excellence, safety, and efficiency of our nuclear and non-nuclear facilities. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of nuclear engineering, regulatory compliance, and exceptional team and project management skills.

• Supervise, direct, and mentor a staff of approximately 20 system engineers.
• Develop and manage budgets, schedules, and resources; establish work priorities according to program and facility needs and safety significance.
• Maintain and enforce compliance with SRNL policies and procedures, DOE requirements, and applicable laws and regulations.
• Collaborate with R&D customers, Operations, Maintenance, and other departments to deliver project goals and engineering solutions.
• Identify and promote professional development opportunities for engineering staff to build a highly skilled and motivated team.
• Prepare and present detailed reports on system performance, project progress, and strategic initiatives to senior management.
• Stay abreast of technological advancements and regulatory changes in the nuclear energy sector, integrating new knowledge into facility operations.
• Lead by example in demonstrating SRNL’s unwavering commitment to safety, ensuring all work is performed within the framework of SRNL’s Integrated Safety Management System.
• Develop and implement robust processes for system engineering activities to ensure operational excellence and regulatory compliance.
• Identify and make recommendations for all necessary modifications to the physical plant and approve the resulting proposed modifications as well as manage facility modification/construction projects and qualification of safety-critical equipment.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Nuclear Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a closely related field; master’s degree preferred.
• Experience: Minimum of 10 years experience in a system engineering role, with at least 5 years in a managerial or supervisory position within a nuclear facility.
• Technical Knowledge: Extensive knowledge of nuclear facility operations, safety protocols, and regulatory requirements.
• Project Management: Proven track record in project management and process improvement, with the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously.
• Leadership Skills: Demonstrated leadership and team-building skills, with the ability to inspire and guide a team to achieve excellence.
• Communication: Effective communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to convey complex technical information clearly and concisely.
• For ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance, US Citizenship is Legally Required

Preferred Qualifications:

• A Master’s degree preferred. 

"We put science to work!" 

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) in Aiken SC, the laboratory develops and deploys innovative technologies to address some of the nation’s environmental, energy, and national security challenges.

Battelle Savannah River Alliance (BSRA) is constantly assessing trends to provide the best possible benefits to our workforce. We also negotiate cost effective premiums that will meet the needs of our evolving workforce. 

Some of the *Benefits offered to employees include:

*Benefits vary based upon employment status

• Highly competitive Medical, Dental, and Vision options including HSA options with company provided seed
• Short- & Long-Term Disability (company paid)
• Life Insurance Non-Contributary 1X salary (company paid)
• AD&D Non-contributary 1x salary (company paid)
• Savings & Investment plan:
• Qualified Non-Elective Company Contribution of 5% each pay period with immediate vesting
• Company match 50 cents/dollar up to 8% (3 yrs. vesting in company match)
• Contributory Life Insurance up to 5x Salary with $1M Cap
• Contributory AD&D (employee, spouse and children)
• Paid Time Off
• Employee Assistance Plan
• SRNL offers a competitive relocation package to ease the transition process. Domestic and international relocation assistance is available for certain positions. 

For more information about our benefits, working here, and living here, visit the “About” tab at www.srnl.doe.gov.

BSRA is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. BSRA is also committed to making our workplace accessible to individuals with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodations, upon request, for individuals to participate in the application and hiring process. Please email us at SRNLRecruiting@srnl.doe.gov with any questions regarding the hiring process or to request an accommodation.