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Longenecker & Associates (L&A) seeks a motivated Principal Design Specialist  to contribute to our mission supporting our work at Savannah River Nuclear Solutions in Aiken, South Carolina.

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

The main duties include, but are not limited to:

· Develop designs for complex systems. Prepare technical reports. Participate in the development of design standards and procedures. Perform technical review of design documents and specifications,

·   Development of complex designs using creative and innovative approaches,

·   Apply technical experience in field of specialization to resolve complex problems,

·   Provide leadership in the development of construction installation specifications, procurement specifications, and associated bid analysis,

·   Incorporate advanced technical practices and creative solutions in resolving field problems and nonconformance reports,

·   Perform in-depth analyses of advanced technical concepts and devises new approaches to technical problems,

·  Provide lead role over design team members for very complex tasks.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

·   An Associate’s degree in a technical discipline and at least 12 - 14 years work experience,

·   OR 14 - 18 years of practical work experience,

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

·   Requires an in-depth knowledge of engineering systems, applications, calculations, materials, construction methods, and relevant computer applications,

·   Applies advanced principles and practices in engineering to resolve problems identified by construction organizations in a timely manner,

·   Updated on new technologies and hardware in the industry is necessary,

· Candidate must demonstrate 14 years of recent safeguards and security design experience with an emphasis in physical security design. Experience shall include knowledge of the technical, physical, and operational aspects of standard physical security system components such as sensors, door hardware, cameras, infrared detectors, access control card readers, network switches, fiber optic routers, etc,

·   Candidate must demonstrate knowledge in application of NEC code requirements,

·  Candidate must have the ability to produce quality documents with attention to detail,

· Candidate must be able to perform field walk-downs of the job site for the engineering work being performed. These walk-downs may involve construction sites with uneven surfaces and work in progress, walking for distances over a half mile, climbing ladders to access remote areas, and dressing out in protective clothing,

·  Critical soft skills or traits,

·  Ability to work in a diverse work environment,

·   Satisfactory results of a pre-employment screening, which includes a background check and drug screening in accordance with Federal requirements (details below),

·  Ability to fulfill and promote L&A core values.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

·   Previous experience on DOE sites and programs,

·   Candidates who have possessed an active DOE clearance (L or Q) within the past two (2) years are preferred,

·   Previous SRS Design Engineering or DOE facility experience is preferred,

·    Previous experience with the DOE Electronic Safeguards and Security System (E3S) and Argus is preferred,

·    Proficiency in using MicroStation 2D Computer Aided Drafting and Design (CADD) software is preferred.

LOCATION

Aiken, South Carolina

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.

PRE-EMPLOYMENT SCREENING

Please note that marijuana remains a Schedule I controlled substance under Federal Law. Federal contractors must follow Federal drug-free workplace rules, which prohibit marijuana use, even if medical or recreational use is permitted under State Law.   

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.