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Electrical CADD Designer III

Oak Ridge National Laboratory

Oak Ridge National Laboratory

Other Engineering, Design
Oak Ridge, TN, USA
Posted on Mar 16, 2026

Requisition Id 16081

Overview:

We are seeking an Electrical CADD Designer III who will focus on producing designs, and engineering drawings using computer-aided design (MicroStation/AutoCAD) packages for modifications to reactor systems, support systems, cryogenic cold source systems, and provides technical support for related maintenance activities.

This position resides in the Systems Engineering Group in the Research Reactors Division, Neutron Sciences Directorate at Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL). The Systems Engineering Group is responsible for the High Flux Isotope Reactor (HFIR) configuration management program, provides technical support to operations and maintenance, and performs systems analysis.

Major Duties/Responsibilities:

  • Creates new designs and revises designs for reactor electrical related equipment.

  • Prepares engineering drawings using MicroStation and AutoCAD.

  • Identifies and resolves electrical problems with system engineers.

  • Assists Design Basis Group lead with group level tasks.

  • Produces wiring diagrams, schematics, electrical installation drawings and specifications.

  • Prepares clear, complete, and accurate working plans and detail drawings from layouts, rough or detailed sketches, electronic databases, or written or verbal instructions.

  • Meets milestones set by RRD management e.g. budget and schedule.

  • Works with Design Basis Group lead to ensure accurate, timely, and professional designs and drawings.

  • Ensures compliance with environment, safety, health, and quality program requirements including ISMS.

  • Maintains a strong commitment to the implementation and perpetuation of professional values and ethics.

  • Deliver ORNL’s mission by aligning behaviors, priorities, and interactions with our core values of Impact, Integrity, Teamwork, Safety, and Service. Promote equal opportunity by fostering a respectful workplace – in how we treat one another, work together, and measure success.

Basic Qualifications:

  • An AS degree in an engineering related field with a minimum of 5 years of experience in and drafting support of complex multi-discipline systems; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

  • Proficiency in AutoCAD or MicroStation software.

  • Ability to produce electrical design drawings and manipulate scanned images.

  • Working knowledge of the following:

  • Electrical control and protection devices and their circuitry

  • National Electrical Code (NEC) symbols and nomenclature used in schematics, plans, substructure maps, specifications, wiring diagrams, and electrical design drawings.


Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience working in a nuclear reactor environment.

  • Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Special Requirements:

  • This position requires access to technology that is subject to export control requirements. Successful candidates must be qualified for such access without an export control license.

  • This position requires Rad Worker II.

Benefits at ORNL:

We offer competitive pay and benefits programs to attract and retain hardworking people! The laboratory offers many employee benefits, including medical and retirement plans and flexible work hours, to help you and your family live happy and healthy. Employee amenities such as on-site fitness, banking, and cafeteria facilities are also provided for convenience.

Other benefits include the following: Prescription Drug Plan, Dental Plan, Vision Plan, 401(k) Retirement Plan, Contributory Pension Plan, Life Insurance, Disability Benefits, Generous Vacation and Holidays, Parental Leave, Legal Insurance with Identity Theft Protection, Employee Assistance Plan, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Accounts, Wellness Programs, Educational Assistance, and Employee Discounts.

If you have difficulty using the online application system or need an accommodation to apply due to a disability, please email: ORNLRecruiting@ornl.gov

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This position will remain open for a minimum of 5 days after which it will close when a qualified candidate is identified and/or hired.

We accept Word (.doc, .docx), Adobe (unsecured .pdf), Rich Text Format (.rtf), and HTML (.htm, .html) up to 5MB in size. Resumes from third party vendors will not be accepted; these resumes will be deleted and the candidates submitted will not be considered for employment.


ORNL is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants, including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans, are encouraged to apply. UT-Battelle is an E-Verify employer.