ELECTRIC DRIVES RESEARCHER WITH SECURITY CLEARANCE
Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Oak Ridge TN 37830 US
Requisition Id 13646 Overview: The Centrifuge Science (CS) Section within the Enrichment Science and Engineering Division (ESED) at Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) is seeking an Electric Drives Researcher for the Mechanical Systems Modeling (MSM) Group. The Electric Drives Researcher will perform research on electric drive systems for gas centrifuges. This research primarily involves design, PCB layout, reliability analysis, and accelerated life testing of drives or their subsystems. Purpose: ESED serves the nation in two critical areas: advancing enrichment technologies and exploring enriched stable isotope production and applications. The division leverages an elite staff of scientists and engineers with the world-leading capabilities of ORNL to deliver groundbreaking advancements with a variety of applications, from national security to life-saving medical treatments. ESED is the national steward for the research, development, and demonstration of centrifuge technology. The successful candidate will provide research and development (R&D) leadership to the group that strategically advances science and technology focused on gas testing of prototype enrichment devices for processing uranium-bearing and stable isotope compounds.The Mechanical Systems Modeling Group applies first principles and empirical approaches to advance the physics and engineering understanding of enrichment devices using analytical methods and computational tools. TheElectric Drives Researcher will provide research and development (R&D) leadership to the group/section/division in the area of motor drives. Major Duties and Responsibilities: Major duties will be to design drive components including the power stage, driver circuitry, various on-board power supplies, signal conditioning, and controller circuitry. The successful candidate will also perform PCB layout and reliability analysis for these designs. Design activities will involve improving on existing designs and entirely new design efforts. Many of these activities will require close collaboration with other personnel. Finally, the candidate will be responsible for developing plans for and helping implement accelerated life testing of drive components. Additional duties include the following: * Establish and conduct research within the field of motor drives as it relates to centrifuge and enrichment technologies.
* Interact with management and group/section/division members to define, execute, and report on relevant project elements.
* Actively collaborate with the domain experts from U.S. government laboratories and academia involved in similar efforts.
* Significantly contribute to R&D, design, and experimental troubleshooting activities.
* Publish high-quality research results in peer-reviewed classified reports.
* Publish and present nonsensitive research in journals and conferences, if authorized by the sponsoring agency. Basic Qualifications: * PhD degree and 4 years relevant postgraduate experience or a MS degree with 7 years postgraduate experience in electrical engineering or closely related engineering or science discipline.
* Experience with motors, motor drives, and power electronics.
* Excellent communication (verbal and written), strategic planning, organization, and decision-making skills. Preferred Qualifications: * Demonstrated prior leadership experience.
* PCB design and modeling experience in Altium
* Experience with MATLAB, C++, and Python. * Experience with programming Texas Instruments DSP product lines for drives. Special Requirements: * This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a DOE Q clearance from the US Department of Energy. As such, this position is a Workplace Substance Abuse (WSAP) testing designated position. WSAP positions require passing a preplacement drug test and participation in an ongoing random drug testing program.
* Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. About the Isotope Science and Engineering Directorate (ISED):
Established in 2020, ISED is strengthening ORNL's leadership in isotope production and enrichment technology innovation. ISED is guiding the laboratory's pursuit of the fundamental science and technology that broadens the application of isotopes for energy, environmental, medical, and national security purposes. These efforts are made possible through the High Flux Isotope Reactor, the Radiochemical Engineering Development Center, ORNL's other nuclear facilities, and an assemblage of world-leading scientists and engineers. Please visit https://www.ornl.gov/directorate/isotopes for more information about ISED. Benefits at ORNL:
UT-Battelle offers a quality benefits package, including a matching 401(k), contributory pension plan, paid vacation, and medical/dental plan options. Onsite amenities include a credit union, medical clinic, cafeteria, and fitness facilities. Relocation:
Moving can be overwhelming and expensive. UT-Battelle offers a generous relocation package to ease the transition process. Domestic and international relocation assistance is available for certain positions. If invited to interview, be sure to ask your Recruiter (Talent Acquisition Partner) for details.
For more information about our benefits, working here, and living here, visit the About tab at https://jobs.ornl.gov. This position will remain open for a minimum of 5 days after which it will close when a qualified candidate is identified and/or hired. We accept Word (.doc, .docx), Adobe (unsecured .pdf), Rich Text Format (.rtf), and HTML (.htm, .html) up to 5MB in size. Resumes from third party vendors will not be accepted; these resumes will be deleted and the candidates submitted will not be considered for employment. If you have trouble applying for a position, please email . ORNL is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants, including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans, are encouraged to apply. UT-Battelle is an E-Verify employer.
* Interact with management and group/section/division members to define, execute, and report on relevant project elements.
* Actively collaborate with the domain experts from U.S. government laboratories and academia involved in similar efforts.
* Significantly contribute to R&D, design, and experimental troubleshooting activities.
* Publish high-quality research results in peer-reviewed classified reports.
* Publish and present nonsensitive research in journals and conferences, if authorized by the sponsoring agency. Basic Qualifications: * PhD degree and 4 years relevant postgraduate experience or a MS degree with 7 years postgraduate experience in electrical engineering or closely related engineering or science discipline.
* Experience with motors, motor drives, and power electronics.
* Excellent communication (verbal and written), strategic planning, organization, and decision-making skills. Preferred Qualifications: * Demonstrated prior leadership experience.
* PCB design and modeling experience in Altium
* Experience with MATLAB, C++, and Python. * Experience with programming Texas Instruments DSP product lines for drives. Special Requirements: * This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a DOE Q clearance from the US Department of Energy. As such, this position is a Workplace Substance Abuse (WSAP) testing designated position. WSAP positions require passing a preplacement drug test and participation in an ongoing random drug testing program.
* Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. About the Isotope Science and Engineering Directorate (ISED):
Established in 2020, ISED is strengthening ORNL's leadership in isotope production and enrichment technology innovation. ISED is guiding the laboratory's pursuit of the fundamental science and technology that broadens the application of isotopes for energy, environmental, medical, and national security purposes. These efforts are made possible through the High Flux Isotope Reactor, the Radiochemical Engineering Development Center, ORNL's other nuclear facilities, and an assemblage of world-leading scientists and engineers. Please visit https://www.ornl.gov/directorate/isotopes for more information about ISED. Benefits at ORNL:
UT-Battelle offers a quality benefits package, including a matching 401(k), contributory pension plan, paid vacation, and medical/dental plan options. Onsite amenities include a credit union, medical clinic, cafeteria, and fitness facilities. Relocation:
Moving can be overwhelming and expensive. UT-Battelle offers a generous relocation package to ease the transition process. Domestic and international relocation assistance is available for certain positions. If invited to interview, be sure to ask your Recruiter (Talent Acquisition Partner) for details.
For more information about our benefits, working here, and living here, visit the About tab at https://jobs.ornl.gov. This position will remain open for a minimum of 5 days after which it will close when a qualified candidate is identified and/or hired. We accept Word (.doc, .docx), Adobe (unsecured .pdf), Rich Text Format (.rtf), and HTML (.htm, .html) up to 5MB in size. Resumes from third party vendors will not be accepted; these resumes will be deleted and the candidates submitted will not be considered for employment. If you have trouble applying for a position, please email . ORNL is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants, including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans, are encouraged to apply. UT-Battelle is an E-Verify employer.