The position advertised is located in the Office of the Inspector General The supervisor for these positions will be the Assistant Inspector General for Investigations or the Deputy Inspector General This position is Non-Bargaining Unit This position IS subject to prohibited security ownership restrictions. Applicants for this vacancy may be considered for other essentially identical vacancies that arise within the Office of the Inspector General.
In order to qualify for this position, you must have at least one year of specialized experience at the next lower grade level in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector. The ideal candidate will be able to demonstrate the following: Advanced knowledge of the engineering theories, principles, and practices related to the safe construction, operation, and shutdown of nuclear facilities, boiling water reactors (BWR) and pressurized water reactors (PWR), and the licensing and regulation of nuclear materials and related facilities. Ability to identify, analyze, and evaluate potential nuclear safety hazards; identify and evaluate relevant equipment testing, radiological control, engineering, security, emergency preparedness, maintenance, and operational activities; and assess facility management quality assurance and administrative control programs. Knowledge of the principles, theories, techniques, and practices of program management and program evaluation as applied in a complex technical environment. Ability to prepare clear, accurate, concise, and logical, written reports that portray the facts, emphasize the significant details and substantiate all recommendations made. In addition to orally presenting information and technical materials in an effective, clear, and coherent manner to a wide range of audiences. Demonstrated skill in effective interpersonal and leadership, mentoring less experienced personnel, and interacting with peers, management, and industry representatives to develop and/or recommend corrective actions to management for current and/or future audits and investigations. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE is defined as: Expert knowledge of the engineering theories, principles, and practices related to the safe construction, operation, and shutdown of nuclear facilities and the licensing and regulation of nuclear materials and related facilities.
As Senior Engineer (Technical Advisor for Investigations), you will provide expert engineering and technical analysis, advice, and assistance on investigations, special evaluations, event inquiries, audits, and other Office of the Inspector General (OIG) work to determine if the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) and the Defense Nuclear Facilities Safety Board (DNFSB) are effectively fulfilling their regulatory responsibilities in protecting public health and safety related to the uses of nuclear materials. You will plan, initiate, conduct, and report on investigations, programmatic audits, and evaluations, of NRC and DNFSB programs and functional areas that typically include a variety of engineering work processes carried out in diverse organizations and geographic locations. During each assignment, you will work in close coordination with the Assistant Inspectors General, other OIG staff, appropriate NRC and DNFSB personnel, and other stakeholders. Your duties will include but not be limited to: Serves as an expert for the Investigations Division and the Audits and Evaluations Division on engineering and technical matters; assists in the assessment and evaluation of NRC and DNFSB programs and operations that are intended to ensure the safety of nuclear facilities and reduce or eliminate risks to public health. Provides technical input on law-enforcement matters and, as necessary, assists with investigatory actions such as witness interviews and the preparation of investigatory reports. Plans and conducts reviews of specific agency programs or systemic problem areas. On own initiative, identifies possible areas of concern that may warrant further study by OIG. Regularly briefs OIG management to update them on the progress of assignments, identify potential problems and present viable solutions, and, as appropriate, recommend possible further actions. Serves as a spokesperson on technical issues for the Office of Inspector General, as assigned. Works effectively as a technical advisor and OIG technical expert team member by sharing information and accepting and providing constructive feedback. Evaluates responses from NRC and DNFSB to determine compliance with OIG recommendations. Keeps abreast of current NRC and DNFSB technology and practices. Maintains continual awareness of changing policies, procedures or situations related to assigned areas of responsibility. Participates in counterpart meetings with senior staff within the OIG and ensures that all work and work products are accomplished in a manner consistent with the policies, standards, and guidelines established by the Inspector General.