Longenecker & Associates (L&A) seeks a motivated Sr. Principal Startup Engineer to contribute to our mission supporting our work at Savannah River Nuclear Solutions (SRNS) in Aiken, SC.

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 Principal Engineer will perform and document the results of startup tests performed in accordance with procedures, acceptance standards, and industry procedures. Plan and setup tests.
Plan, schedule, conduct, or coordinate detailed phases of startup or testing for a project exercising independent judgment in the evaluation, selection, application, substantial adaption, and modification of standard techniques, guidelines, procedures, and criteria.
Perform detailed design reviews and develop commissioning test documentation for projects.
Review designs for plant operability, safety and jobsite commissioning. Assist with the preparation of operations manuals. Plan, guide or prepare project administrative and technical documents as required for startup, maintenance, operations or testing.
Participate in Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) at different supplier locations.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
BS with 10-14 years direct experience or MS with 10-13 years of direct experience. Alternate combination of experience/qualification & certification will be considered where candidate does not have a degree.
Personnel shall have technical knowledge of Startup Testing, including experience working in the following technical areas/labor categories:
Conduct of Startup Testing
- Design reviews
- Procedure development
- Test Execution
Conduct of Operations
Conduct of Engineering Conduct of Maintenance
Demonstrated previous experience with the use and implementation of Manual 5E, Startup Test Program, and related directives and standards, or equivalent.
Demonstrated personal accountability for facility/project schedules, deadlines, budgets, and the safe performance of work.
Demonstrated a minimum of 1 year of recent testing experience through support of the Department of Energy (DOE) or the commercial nuclear industry.
Ability to obtain and maintain a DOE “Q” security clearance.
U.S. Citizen

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Startup Testing Execution qualification(s) Level II or III, is preferred.
Possessed an active DOE clearance (“L” or “Q”) within the past two years
Demonstrated previous experience in developing, reviewing, approval and presenting Technical Work Documents is preferred.

LOCATION
Savannah River Site
Aiken, SC
Position will be primarily performed at SRS and various off-site locations as needed.

The Savannah River Site (SRS), a 310 square mile (198,046 acres) Department of Energy site, is located in the sand-hills region of South Carolina. It encompasses parts of Aiken, Barnwell and Allendale counties and is bordered on the west by the Savannah River and Georgia. SRS is close to several cities, including Augusta, Georgia and Columbia, South Carolina. It is also within a few hours of Atlanta, Savannah, Charleston, Greenville and Charlotte.

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.

The work schedule will be a nominal 40-hour work week but can be part-time or with interruption between on-site requirements dependent on the support requirements necessary for the project. It is estimated that each standard year will consist of two-thousand and eighty hours. Ability to work a schedule that includes weekend days.

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.