Group Leader - Target Engineering

We are seeking a Group Leader to provide technical leadership for the Target Engineering Group.This positionresidesin the Target Development, Engineering & Operations Section, Neutron Technologies Division,Neutron Sciences DirectorateatOak Ridge National Laboratory(ORNL).

Specifically, the mission of the Target Engineering Group is:

• To provide robust Target Systems which are continuously prepared to accept beam and deliver neutrons to instrument operations

The Target Engineering Group achieves this mission by providing design and system engineering support to a variety of target systems that support neutron production.

As Group Leader, you will provide the leadership and direction to Target Engineering personnel required to support target operations,researchand development, and the wider SNS mission.

Major Duties/Responsibilities:

• Provide technical leadership toTarget Engineeringpersonnel for assigned systems

• Serve as immediate supervisor for staff members in group

• Hold regular technical group meetings and be visible in the Group's workspaces

• Ensure systems and equipment aremaintainedwithin design parameters and operationally capable of satisfying regulatory and mission needs

• Develop,maintain, and track Groupbudgets and expendituresand support long-term budgetary planning

• Participate in, and support planning for, upgrades and improvements in system design and operation

• Develop a vision and implement a cohesive group strategy to ensure the success of new and ongoing technical projects to position the group for future success

• Promote and ensure staff compliance with Section and Division policies and procedures

• Assiststaff in setting performance goals consistent with the group's strategy and members' long-term career goals. Provide feedback to address performance issuesin a timely manner.

• Provide relevant input toassistthe TargetDevelopment, Engineering & OperationsSection Head with staff development while providing direct and impactful guidance to staff on regular basis

• Lead by example by exercising the principles in ORNL's "Research Code of Conduct" as a guide for proposing, performing, and communicating research.

• Coach and mentor staffregardingBattelle's "Safe Conduct of Research" principles

• SupportESH&Qprinciples though leadingby example and ensuringall work is carried out safely, securely, and in compliance with ORNL policies, standards, and procedures.

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

Basic Qualifications:

• A BS degree in mechanical engineeringor related fieldwithat least10 years of relevant experience.

• Demonstratedexperience in leading technical teams.

• Technicalexpertisein design and operation of complexmechanicalsystems such as those used in accelerators or reactor plants.

Preferred Qualifications:

• A PhD with a minimum of 4 years relevant experience,oranMSwith a minimum of 7 years of experience

• Management experience at facilities or programs managed for the United States Department of Energy