PRINCIPAL TECHNICAL ADVISOR - COMMERCIAL GRADE DEDICATION (CGD)
Location: Aiken, South Carolina - Savannah River Site (SRS)
Position Type: Part-Time Contract (500 hours)
Project: Savannah River Plutonium Processing Facility (SRPPF)
Security Clearance: Ability to Obtain and Maintain DOE Q Clearance
Travel: Occasional Business Travel May Be Required
Work Schedule: Part-Time; Specific Hours Based on Project Requirements
POSITION SUMMARY
EGS, Inc. is seeking an experienced Principal Technical Advisor specializing in Commercial Grade Dedication (CGD) to provide technical expertise and advisory support for the Savannah River Plutonium Processing Facility (SRPPF) project at the Savannah River Site in Aiken, South Carolina.
The selected candidate will serve as a subject matter expert in Commercial Grade Dedication, supporting the qualification of applicable Safety Class and Safety Significant (SC/SS) structures, systems, and components (SSCs).
This position will provide technical guidance on CGD planning, qualification decisions, technical documentation, and complex engineering and operational challenges. The advisor will work closely with multidisciplinary project teams, engineering personnel, management, and technical stakeholders to ensure appropriate technical rigor and compliance with applicable project requirements.
The ideal candidate will possess extensive nuclear industry experience, strong technical leadership capabilities, and demonstrated expertise in commercial grade dedication and safety-related component qualification.
This is a part-time opportunity suited for a senior-level technical professional with significant nuclear engineering, quality assurance, or commercial grade dedication experience.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
COMMERCIAL GRADE DEDICATION & COMPONENT QUALIFICATION
Provide Commercial Grade Dedication (CGD) subject matter expertise to support the SRPPF project team.
Support the qualification of applicable Safety Class and Safety Significant structures, systems, and components.
Assist with the development and technical review of Commercial Grade Dedication plans.
Provide technical guidance regarding SSC qualification decisions.
Participate in project meetings involving CGD activities, technical requirements, and qualification issues.
Evaluate complex technical challenges and recommend appropriate solutions.
Support technical decision-making to ensure qualification activities align with applicable project requirements.
TECHNICAL ADVISORY & ENGINEERING SUPPORT
Provide expert technical guidance on complex engineering, operational, and programmatic issues.
Develop cost-effective technical solutions to challenges resulting from changing requirements.
Define and conduct technical investigations to resolve complex technical problems.
Evaluate emerging technologies, engineering methods, and technical approaches that may improve project performance.
Provide technical input on Authorization Basis documents, engineering reports, and program-level procedures.
Review technical issues and provide recommendations for corrective actions and process improvements.
Ensure assigned technical activities comply with applicable policies, procedures, and technical requirements.
PROJECT & PROGRAM SUPPORT
Provide technical leadership to multidisciplinary teams addressing complex engineering and project challenges.
Support project planning, technical scope development, and changing program requirements.
Participate in strategic initiatives involving engineering, operational performance, and technical program improvements.
Assist in resolving technical issues affecting project schedules, budgets, and regulatory compliance.
Coordinate with engineering, quality assurance, operations, and project management personnel.
Support technical evaluations and project-level decision-making.
Provide subject matter expertise during project reviews and technical coordination meetings.
TECHNICAL LEADERSHIP & STAKEHOLDER COORDINATION
Serve as a senior technical resource to engineering teams, project leadership, and organizational management.
Provide guidance on complex technical issues requiring specialized nuclear industry expertise.
Communicate technical findings, recommendations, and qualification decisions to project stakeholders.
Interact with internal and external organizations regarding assigned technical matters.
Participate in technical reviews, oversight activities, and multidisciplinary discussions as required.
Work independently with limited direction while maintaining coordination with project leadership.
Support continuous improvement initiatives and technical problem resolution.
SAFETY & COMPLIANCE
Maintain a strong commitment to nuclear safety, quality, and regulatory compliance.
Support compliance with applicable engineering, technical, and administrative requirements.
Identify potential technical or operational concerns and recommend corrective actions.
Follow established safety procedures, policies, and site requirements.
Promote a safety-conscious work environment and exercise stop-work authority when necessary.

Job Requirements
Minimum Security Clearance:
Ability to Obtain Q

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
Bachelor's degree in a physical science discipline, such as Chemistry, Physics, or Biology, or an engineering discipline, such as Chemical, Nuclear, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering.
Approximately 15-20 years of relevant professional experience, preferably supporting nuclear-related assignments, including direct operations management.
An advanced degree (Master's or PhD) is preferred and may proportionally reduce the required years of experience.
Depending on the technical assignment, degrees in Statistics, Mathematics, or Computer Science may be considered when accompanied by substantial relevant experience.
TECHNICAL KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE
Advanced technical knowledge in one or more relevant areas, such as analytical chemistry, radiochemistry, nondestructive examination, reactor physics, statistics, or nuclear facility operations.
Demonstrated ability to evaluate and resolve complex technical, engineering, or operational challenges.
Experience providing technical guidance and recommendations to engineering or operational management.
Ability to work independently and provide leadership on multidisciplinary technical assignments.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and technical communication skills.
Ability to prepare, evaluate, and review technical reports, procedures, and supporting documentation.
SECURITY REQUIREMENTS
Must be able to obtain and maintain a DOE Q security clearance.
An active DOE clearance is not required at the beginning of the assignment, subject to applicable work requirements.
Must satisfy all applicable site access and security requirements.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Extensive experience with Commercial Grade Dedication (CGD) within the nuclear industry.
Experience developing, reviewing, or implementing Commercial Grade Dedication plans.
Experience supporting qualification of Safety Class and Safety Significant structures, systems, and components.
Experience supporting nuclear facility engineering, procurement, quality assurance, or component qualification activities.
Previous experience supporting Department of Energy (DOE) or National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA) projects.
Familiarity with nuclear quality assurance requirements and technical documentation.
Experience supporting major nuclear construction, modernization, or facility operations projects.
Strong knowledge of engineering processes, operational systems, and administrative requirements.
Previous experience in facility operations and maintenance, engineering, project planning, scheduling, procurement, or related technical functions.
Substantial management or technical leadership experience.
Experience working with multidisciplinary engineering and project teams.
Strong computer skills and experience using technical and administrative software applications.