Applied Design Engineer

Description - External

Idaho National Laboratory is hiring a Applied Design Engineer to work on our Material Acquisition and Research Engineering team. Our team works a 9x80 schedule located out of our Idaho Falls facility with every other Friday off.

Applied Design Engineers in our Research Engineering group exist to assist researchers in the Science and Technology organizations with test system designs. Assist the researchers with all things related to adhering to conduct of engineering such as design codes, the do-check-approve process, and adhering to quality standards in the fabrication and assembly process.

Responsibilities Include

• Decompose project goals into defined and controlled design requirements.
• Use best practices in design methodologies to develop and validate designs.
• Develop physics-based mathematical models of mechanical, chemical, and electrical systems.
• Maintain familiarity with codes and standards applicable to the discipline.
• Document designs to establish conformance with requirements and standards.
• Establish testing, inspection, and quality requirements.
• Ensure fabrication, construction, assembly, and procurement align with design specifications.
• Develop and maintain systems/equipment, perform calculations, and evaluate design specifications.
• Provide solutions to technical problems and recommendations for production improvements.
• Support and lead new project development, including proposals and business plans.
• Ensure design modifications meet technical baseline requirements and applicable codes.
• Maintain configuration management of the technical baseline and assigned systems.
• Ensure consistency in operational characteristics across documentation.
• Mentor and train junior engineering staff.
• Develop experiment requirements, perform designs, and support fabrication, inspection, assembly, and testing.
• Lead the design and development of experimental setups and support post-irradiation examination (PIE) of irradiated test fuel.
• Serve as design engineer for fueled test train fabrication tasks.
• Develop project-specific documentation and check drawings.
• Other duties as assigned.
  
  

Qualifications - External

Minimum Requirements:

• Level 1: Bachelor of Science degree in mechanical engineering, nuclear engineering or a directly related engineering field from an ABET-accredited institution.
• Level 2: Bachelor of Science degree in mechanical engineering, nuclear engineering or a directly related engineering field from an ABET-accredited institution and 2 years of experience or Masters of Science degree in mechanical engineering, nuclear engineering or a directly related engineering field from an ABET-accredited institution.
• This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Energy "Q" clearance, which requires US Citizenship.
  
  

Preferred Experience

• Familiarity with ASME BPVC section 3 and section 8.
• Familiarity with ASME piping codes.
• Experience developing and reviewing designs, requirement definitions, operations, documentation, and testing processes. Optimize, program, and developing software using appropriate technologies for the application (which may include MATLAB, Simulink, C/C++/C#, Python, Julia, etc.)
• Proficiency with 3D modeling software platforms such as inventor or solidworks.
  
  

Job Information

• The pay range for this position is: Level 1 ($65,064 - $133,416) / Level 2 ($77,628 - $159,228). At Idaho National Laboratory compensation decisions are determined using factors such as education, relevant experience, and other credentials.
• TDP: This is a testing designated position; you will be required to submit to a pre-employment drug screen and periodic drug testing throughout the term of your employment.
• Multi-Level: This is a multi-level posting and you will be placed at the appropriate level dependent on depth and breadth of proven experience and skills.
  
  

Physical Requirements

While performing the duties of this classification, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, stoop, kneel, bend, and work in an office and field/laboratory environment. The job requires hand/finger dexterity to keyboard or type, handle materials, manipulate tools, and reach with hands and arms. The job requires operation of job-related equipment and driving a vehicle. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 35 pounds without assistance. Sufficient visual acuity and hearing capacity to perform the essential functions and interact with the public is required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Benefits and Relocation

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401(k) with a 4.2% employer contribution and up to 4.8% match
• Paid time off (personal leave)
• Employee Education Program (tuition assistance)
• Comprehensive Relocation Package
• Benefit eligibility subject multiple factors, including employment status and position classification.
  
  

INL is a science-based, applied engineering national laboratory dedicated to supporting the U.S. Department of Energy’s mission in nuclear energy research, science, and national defense. With more than 6,300 scientists, researchers, and support staff, the laboratory works with national and international governments, universities and industry partners to change the world’s energy future and secure our nation’s critical infrastructure.

INL Mission

Our mission is to discover, demonstrate and secure innovative nuclear energy solutions, other clean energy options and critical infrastructure.

INL Vision

Our vision is to change the world’s energy future and secure our nation’s critical infrastructure.

Selective Service Requirements

To be eligible for employment at INL males born after December 31, 1959 must have registered with the Selective Service System (SSS). For more information see www.sss.gov.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Idaho National Laboratory (INL) is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. It is the policy of INL to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

Reasonable Accommodation

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

Other Information

When applying to positions please provide a resume and answer all questions on the following screens. Applicants, who fail to provide a resume or answer the questions, may be deemed ineligible for consideration.

INL does not accept resumes from third party vendors unsolicited.

Primary Location

US-ID-Idaho Falls

Job

Engineering

Organization

Nuclear Science & Technology (Cxxx)

Schedule

Full-time

Employee Status

Regular

Job Posting

Sep 22, 2025, 2:32:17 PM

Unposting Date

Oct 21, 2025, 12:59:00 AM

RELOCATION

Position Relocation Eligible

TELEWORK

On-Site Worker