Pay Range

USD $180,000.00 - USD $200,000.00 /Yr.

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At Omega Technical Services, every role supports a mission that matters. Whether you're advancing national security, driving innovation in nuclear infrastructure, or supporting critical DOE and DoD operations, you’re part of something bigger here.

Overview

Omega Technical Services is seeking a highly motivated Advisory Engineer to support ongoing operations in Aiken, SC. This position has the flexibility to be hybrid with 70% of work being onsite and 30% being remote.

Responsibilities

DUTIES:

Initiate own technical programs and make recommendations to management on technical programs

based on analysis of customer needs and technology trends, reach solutions to the most complex

technical problems in field(s) of expertise and to influence solutions in neighboring disciplines.

Apply technical experience in field of specialization or broad-based experience in multiple technical

fields, and use other technical resources in the company and external resources, 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 is recognized as having expertise in a functional area of technical specialization. Recommend research programs for others in group and assist in that planning. Develop solutions to the most complex technical problems in areas of expertise and in adjacent technical fields, Influence technical direction of other parts of the department, acts as a technical communicator across disciplines to optimize the creative solution of technical problems. Conceive needed programs for self and for others in the department. Put needs in perspective with regard to other technical needs at SRNS. Sponsor new ideas in the department Prepare plans including schedules, budgets and personnel requirements for solving major technical tasks for division. Develop schedules, monitor progress, monitor expenditures of budget and review quality of work performed. Include research, development, testing, quality assurance requirements. Communicate results verbally and in manuscripts form. Report regularly the results and represent SRNS and SRS in technical areas to oversight groups and professional societies. Mentor less senior professionals in communication skills. Maintain excellent technical credibility by contributing significantly toward meeting Site missions and goals which may be demonstrated by issuing reports, making presentations, and /or involvement in national technical organizations. Mentor less senior professionals as a means of transferring technical knowledge and insight. Recommend engineering and technology research, development and application programs for others and assist in the planning of such programs. Demonstrate commitment to TQ concepts by active leadership leading to successful implementation of Division and Department TQ Initiatives. Be a resource for TQ initiatives in Department and Division.

Serve as Hazardous Energy Control (HEC) technical advisor for Health & Safety and other site organizations, providing site-specific expertise in Hazardous Energy Control and electrical safety for field implementation and programmatic compliance.
Advise and mentor SMEs on procedures related to Hazardous Energy Control (Lockout/Tagout), working near Overhead Electrical Lines & Critical Piping, and Safe Practices working on/or near Electrical Conductors/Live Parts (i.e. SRS Procedure Manuals 8Q-32, 8Q-10, and 18Q-2); and addressing technical interpretations, procedural clarifications, and implementation issues.
Develop and/or assist in creating interpretation documents for procedures related to Hazardous Energy Control, working near Overhead Electrical Lines & Critical Piping, and Safe Practices working on/or near Electrical Conductors/Live Parts (i.e. SRS Procedure Manuals 8Q-32, 8Q-10 and 18Q-2), and related electrical-safety and HEC requirements.
Interface with representatives from DOE, NNSA and other regulatory organizations on HEC and electrical-safety matters when required.
Provide HEC/electrical-safety support and/or lead teams for issue investigations, occurrence reportability determinations, facility assessments, technical committees and corrective-action considerations.
Serve as a point of contact (POC) to address issues in Maintenance, Construction, Electrical, and Hazardous Energy if/when requested by the Independent Evaluation Board (IEB).
Participate in development and issuance of Electrical Review Board Memorandums (ERBMs) to address electrical-safety issues, as requested.
Maintain working knowledge of changing DOE, OSHA, NFPA 70E, SRS, and facility requirements affecting HEC, electrical safety, and maintenance activities.

Education Requirements

Typically an advance degree and experience - PhD degree and about 15 years experience.
MS degree and 17 years experience.
BS degree and about 21 years experience. Bachelor of Science in Chemistry / Minor in Physics.

Qualifications

Candidate must be a U.S. Citizen.
Satisfactory results of a pre-employment screening, which includes a drug and breath alcohol test, along with a Motor Vehicle Record check.
Candidate must be able to obtain and maintain a DOE Security Clearance.
Knowledge of requirements pertaining to OSHA 29 CFR 1910 and 1926, NFPA 70E, 10 CFR 851, and DOE Orders 422.1, 426.2, and 433.1B.
Extensive experience with managing nuclear facilities to include facility maintenance, electrical maintenance, audits/assessments, facility metrics, Conduct of Operations, and DOE/site compliance.

Preferred Qualifications

Possession of an active DOE/DoD clearance within the past two (2) years is preferred.
Previous DOE/NNSA work experience.
Extensive working knowledge of Savannah River Site (SRS) requirements governing maintenance, work control, electrical safety, Hazardous Energy Control, hazard analysis, and facility assessments.
More than 20 years of SRS experience spanning field maintenance, writing/revising procedures, planning/scheduling, work control, management, facility evaluation, occupational safety, electrical safety, HEC, and senior technical advisory positions.
Prior experience and knowledge as owner/SME/interpreter for Procedure Manual 8Q-122, Hazard Analysis Process, and Procedures 8Q-10 and 8Q-32.
Experience progressed from E&I Mechanic and Planner/Scheduler through Work Control/E&I Manager, Nuclear Facility Maintenance Manager, Facility Evaluator, Site SME, and Technical Advisor.
Possess the technical competence and capability desired to participate on the Senior Electrical Review Board (SERB) and Site Lockout Interpretation Committee (SLIC), to include providing coverage for SLIC Chair/Co-Chair when needed.

Work Schedule

A 40 hour work week is scheduled. Client utilizes various work schedules including 5/8s (8 hour/day; five days per week), 4/10’s (10 hours/day; four days per week), and 9/80’s (9 hours/day, five days on week AA and four days on week BB. Work week excludes Client holidays. Each workday has 30-minute lunch. Overtime will be expected at times to meet deliverables and will be utilized at the discretion of the Manager.

Why Omega Technical Services?

Omega Technical Services is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business and a trusted partner to the Department of Energy, Department of Defense, and other commercial clients, supporting mission-critical projects that shape national security and technological innovation. Our culture is defined by leadership, initiative, and trust. Our values drive meaningful outcomes and long-term impact.

At Omega Technical Services, you’ll work alongside elite subject matter experts who thrive on being challenged, innovation, and collaboration. We offer competitive pay, comprehensive benefits including medical, dental and vision insurance; short and long term disability insurance; 401(k) with a company match; AD&D insurance, paid time off, and holiday pay. *Based on eligibility requirements.

When you join Omega Technical Services, you’re not just starting a job, you’re building a career that honors the past, powers today’s progress, and accelerates the most vital missions of tomorrow.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Omega Technical Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.

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Advisory Engineer