What are the responsibilities and job description for the Principal Engineer - Technical Support Specialist position at Eliassen Group?
Description
On-site in Aiken, SC
Our client seeks a Principal Engineer / Technical Support Specialist to support nuclear operations and maintenance programs within Tritium Facilities. The role will serve as a senior-level technical resource responsible for maintenance initiatives, operational excellence programs, schedule management, and technical issue resolution in a regulated DOE environment.
Due to federal security clearance requirements, applicants must be U.S. citizens with an active Q Clearance or Top Secret clearance. Due to client requirements, applicants must be willing and able to work on a w2 basis. For our w2 consultants, we offer a great benefits package that includes Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits, 401k with company matching, and life insurance.
Rate: $95.00 to $105.00/hr. w2
Responsibilities
On-site in Aiken, SC
Our client seeks a Principal Engineer / Technical Support Specialist to support nuclear operations and maintenance programs within Tritium Facilities. The role will serve as a senior-level technical resource responsible for maintenance initiatives, operational excellence programs, schedule management, and technical issue resolution in a regulated DOE environment.
Due to federal security clearance requirements, applicants must be U.S. citizens with an active Q Clearance or Top Secret clearance. Due to client requirements, applicants must be willing and able to work on a w2 basis. For our w2 consultants, we offer a great benefits package that includes Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits, 401k with company matching, and life insurance.
Rate: $95.00 to $105.00/hr. w2
Responsibilities
- Provide technical engineering support for nuclear operations and maintenance programs.
- Support the development, review, and execution of maintenance-related programs and procedures.
- Assist with resolving complex technical and operational issues.
- Develop and administer schedules and performance requirements.
- Provide guidance and mentorship to junior technical personnel.
- Ensure compliance with DOE maintenance and conduct of operations requirements.
- Collaborate with site operations, engineering, and maintenance teams to support facility objectives.
- 10-12 years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and practical experience.
- Experience leading technical teams and supporting maintenance or operational programs.
- Ability to manage schedules, priorities, and technical deliverables.
- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to address unique technical challenges.
- Active or recently held DOE L or Q Clearance preferred.
- 10 years of operations or maintenance experience within DOE/NNSA Tritium Facilities or the commercial nuclear industry preferred.
- Experience as an FLM (Facility Line Manager), Planner, or SOM (Shift Operations Manager) preferred.
- Knowledge of DOE Order 433.1B and nuclear maintenance management programs preferred.
- Experience with Conduct of Operations programs and related DOE directives preferred.
- Demonstrated success supporting maintenance program development and execution preferred.
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related discipline preferred.
Salary : $95 - $105