Advanced Reactors, Senior Reactor Operator (SRO)

Description

Idaho National Laboratory has several positions available for Senior Reactor Operators to work in our Advanced Reactor Division. This position supports INL and Reactor Vendors collaboration in design, operations support, reactor fueling, operations, and reactor removal. Our team works a rotating schedule located out of our Materials and Fuels Complex.

TheIdaho NationalLaboratory (INL) isleadingtheNation's efforts in developmentand deployment of Micro-Reactors.Withtheestablishment oftheNationalReactor Innovation Center (NRIC) andin partnership withmultiplereactortechnology vendors INLispoisedtotakethenewgeneration of Micro-Reactorsfromthe drawingboard to reality.In support of this expansion multiplefacilities are beingre-purposed tohousethesereactors, supportingaseriesofinstallation, startup,testing,and removalactivities.Thereactorswillusecuttingedgetechnology anddesignrequiringhighly qualifiedOperatorstounderstandthereactordynamics,reactivitycontrolsystems,Balanceof Plantequipment,andoperatingsequences.Theseprojectswillbeexecutedonaccelerated timelines requiring staff to beinvolved inaspects of Design,Safety BasisDevelopment, Equipment Layout andFabrication, TrainingandProcedure Development, SystemOperabilityTesting, Reactor Fueling, Transport, Assembly, and Disassembly.

As aSenior Reactor Operator reportingto theShiftSupervisor, youareresponsible for safely directingOperations, Vendor/Subcontractor,and Maintenance personneltoexecute a broad variety of assignedtasks. Responsiblefor execution of proceduresto ensure that thelimits for the assigned reactor are adhered to,ensuringthat the safety boundariesand limits are always respected as the highest priority, while ensuringthat simultaneousexcellence is achieved in efficiency and reliability of work scope execution.

Responsibilities Include:

• Accountable totheReactor Manager and/orShiftSupervisor forthe execution ofall operationsand testing of the assigned reactor project.
• Ensuringfacilitycriticalitysafetycontrolsareunderstoodandimplementedduringfuel fabrication/assemblyand reactor fuelingactivities.
• Actively participate in the development review and approval as assigned for preparatory procedures, site preparation plans,transport plans, installation and disassembly plans,training materials, reactor fueling, and commissioning planning for assigned micro-reactors.
• Ensure reactor safetythroughthe personaloversight/operationofthe reactivity management and safe shutdown systems andthe implementationof required controls to ensurethat alloperations are conducted with the required conservatism.
• Support and adherence to a strict Nuclear Safety Culture that executes all tasks safely and deliberately.Provide leadership andmentoring of staff to ensure standards of performance and Conduct ofOperations arein accordance withBEAexpectations.Ensure theprinciples of ALARA areintegrated intoallaspects of reactor assembly,fueling,operations,transport, anddisassembly activities.
• Direct and oversee reactor testing,ensuring it is performed in strict conformance with Technical SafetyRequirements, FacilitySafetyAnalysis requirementsandother documents thatmakeupthe reactor Safety Authorization Basis, andother approved implementing documents, procedures and operatingmanuals.
• Controlworkperformed ontheassigned reactor andfacility systems.Reviewproposed changes to reactor/facility controlling documentstoensure they are compatiblewith safe and efficient operation and other organizationalobjectives. Ensure reactor/facility activities are conducted in accordancewith approvedplans and schedulesand that plant conditionsare such that the work can be performed safely.
• Maintain Senior Reactor Operator Certification. Responsible for training and certification of all operations personnel as assigned. Ensure that only certified/qualified and proficient individual operate reactor/facilityequipment and watch stations.
• Provideleadership example andmentoringof staff innuclear safetyandjustculture principles, utilizingtechniques that willreinforce the expected standards of the safety culture through the organization.
• Provide workdirection/oversightto shift operatingpersonnelduringreactortesting,steadystate andabnormaloperations,reactorstartups,andemergencysituations.Takerequiredactionsduring emergenciesinaccordancewith approvedEmergencyProcedures.
• Coordinate and provide liaison with construction, vendor, waste and other support groups for safe, efficient, and effective installation, transport, fueling, operation, andde-mob of theassigned reactor as directed bythe Shift Supervisor.
• Direct the shutdown or restriction of operations whenever judgement dictates that such a restriction isnecessary to protect thehealth and safety of the public, workers, or to protect property.
• Directoperations, maintenance, andtestingprocesses authorized bythe PlanoftheWeek/Day within the bounds of site and contractual requirements.
• Direct operations of the assigned reactor plantandassociated equipment using approved procedures.
• Complete and maintain qualifications in designated specialized areas of facility and process operations.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Understand all DOE and BEA requirements for nuclear facility shutdown and safereactor operations, andapplytheserequirements to determine required scopes, activity schedules, and required resources.Ensure the reactor is operated within technicalspecification and DSA requirements.Maintain nuclear and personnel safety asthe highest priority but achieve simultaneous excellence in efficient and reliable execution of work scope.
• Understanding of conduct of operations and excellent knowledge of basic engineering theory.
• Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.
• Understanding technically complex written direction in work-related documents.
• Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
• Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. This includes applying principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment to the design and operation of reactor plant systems.
• Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

• Level 5: Minimum 6 + yearsworkingtechnicalexperienceinnuclearfacilityoperations,testing,and maintenance.Strongknowledgeandexperienceinnuclearreactorandplantfundamentals includingnuclear physics,thermodynamics,hydraulics, materials,fluidmechanics, control systems,andinstrumentation.
• Recent(within last 5 years)SeniorReactorOperatoror ReactorOperatorqualification(US Navy, NRCLicenseorequivalentcertification)atanuclearreactor.Mustbeable toobtainandmaintainDOE Senior Reactor Operator Certification
• Must be a US Citizen and have the ability and willingness obtain “L” or “Q” clearance if necessary.
• Must meet the expectations of all employees at MFC. Demonstrated strong work ethic, integrity, customer service mentality, and technical skills for the position.
• Expected to complete clearance paperwork, qualification and/or certification in a timely manner.
• The required coursework will contain numerous exams to demonstrate technical content knowledge.

Job Information:

• The pay range for this position is Level 5 ($46.61/hour- $79.23/hour). At Idaho National Laboratory compensation decisions are determined using factors such as education, relevant experience, and other credentials.
• TDP: This is a testing designated position; you will be required to submit to a pre-employment drug screen and periodic drug testing throughout the term of your employment.

Physical Requirements:

While performing the duties of this classification, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, stoop, kneel, bend, and may work in confined spaces. The job requires hand/finger dexterity to keyboard or type, handle materials, manipulate tools, and reach with hands and arms. The job requires operation of job-related equipment and operating a vehicle. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds with assistance. Sufficient visual acuity and hearing capacity to perform the essential functions and interact with the public is required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Benefits and Relocation

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401(k) with a 4.2% employer contribution and up to 4.8% match
• Paid time off (personal leave)
• Employee Education Program (tuition assistance)
• Comprehensive Relocation Package
• Benefit eligibility subject multiple factors, including employment status and position classification.

INL is a science-based, applied engineering national laboratory dedicated to supporting the U.S. Department of Energy’s mission in nuclear energy research, science, and national defense. With more than 6,300 scientists, researchers, and support staff, the laboratory works with national and international governments, universities and industry partners to change the world’s energy future and secure our nation’s critical infrastructure.
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Our mission is to discover, demonstrate and secure innovative nuclear energy solutions, other clean energy options and critical infrastructure.

INL Vision
Our vision is to change the world’s energy future and secure our nation’s critical infrastructure.

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