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About the Role

The Research Engineering/Scientist Associate II (RESA II) supports the reactor supervisor in the maintenance and operation of mechanical systems and reactor control and safety systems associated with the UT TRIGA nuclear reactor. This role also provides engineering and technician support to research staff and faculty for the assembly and operation of laboratory equipment for nuclear science and engineering experiments.

Responsibilities

Obtain and maintain an NRC reactor operator license, supervising the safe and secure operation of the UT TRIGA reactor and supporting the overall NETL reactor operations team.
Operate overhead crane and overhead platform.
Perform preventative and corrective maintenance procedures on mechanical systems and the digital and analog instrumentation associated with the nuclear reactor.
Assist in the design and fabrication, assembly, troubleshooting, operation, and repair of digital and analog instrumentation and control systems equipment associated with experiments.
Perform duties associated with the conduct and operation of various experiments at the UT TRIGA nuclear reactor.
Support operations associated with a research reactor.
Perform other related functions as assigned.

Requirements

Masters degree in Engineering or Physical Sciences OR Bachelors degree in Engineering or Physical Sciences and two (2) years of experience in a related field.
Demonstrated excellent time management skills and ability to prioritize own work under dynamic circumstances.
Ability to work effectively both independently and collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Must be able to qualify as reactor operator within 1 year of hire.
Applicant must pass an in-depth background check through the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI).
Applicant must pass review for access to export-controlled software and be able to work with experiments that have export control requirements.
Applicant must meet requirements for a nuclear reactor operator license.
Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.

Skills

Nuclear reactor theory and operations
Reactor operator
Senior Reactor Operator
LabView
Mathcad
MATLAB
Fusion 360
SOLIDWORKS
Repair and maintenance of analog and digital electronic controllers and systems
Handling radioactive and hazardous materials
Nuclear detector systems
Spectroscopy software for radiation measurement and nuclide identification

Location

PICKLE RESEARCH CAMPUS

Work Type

Full-time

Experience Level

Associate II
2+ years of experience in a related field

Education Level

Master's degree in Engineering or Physical Sciences
Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Physical Sciences

Salary/Compensations

$50,000+

Benefits

Competitive health benefits (employee premiums covered at 100%, family premiums at 50%)
Voluntary Vision, Dental, Life, and Disability insurance options
Generous paid vacation, sick time, and holidays
Teachers Retirement System of Texas, a defined benefit retirement plan, with 7.75% employer matching funds
Additional Voluntary Retirement Programs: Tax Sheltered Annuity 403(b) and a Deferred Compensation program 457(b)
Flexible spending account options for medical and childcare expenses
Robust free training access through LinkedIn Learning plus professional conference opportunities
Tuition assistance
Expansive employee discount program including athletic tickets
Free access to UT Austin's libraries and museums with staff ID card
Free rides on all UT Shuttle and Austin CapMetro buses with staff ID card

About the Company

The University of Texas at Austin (UT Austin) has been a global leader in technology innovation and engineering education for over a century.
With 11 undergraduate and 13 graduate programs, over 20 research centers and a faculty community that boasts one of the highest number of National Academy of Engineering members among U.S. universities, Texas Engineering has launched some of the nation’s most accomplished leaders and pioneered world-changing solutions in virtually every industry, from space exploration to energy to health care.
Situated in the heart of Austin — named “America’s Coolest City” by Expedia and “The Best Place to Live in the U.S.” by U.S. News and World Report — the Cockrell School embodies the city’s innovative spirit.
Major companies with Austin campuses, such as Dell, National Instruments, Apple, IBM, Samsung, Google and many others, continue to recruit Cockrell School students at a remarkable rate, launching thousands of successful careers and developing Texas Engineers into industry leaders.
UT Austin, recognized by Forbes as one of America’s Best Large Employers, provides outstanding employee benefits and total rewards packages.

Equal Opportunity

The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action.
The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.