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Senior Technician (Casual)

We are seeking a Senior Technical Professional Building Envelope Research to focus on sensors and instrumentation, data acquisition systems, process control, and real-time data monitoring system design and implementation for building envelope prototypes in both laboratory and field evaluations. This position resides in the Building Envelope Materials Research (BEMR) group within the Building Materials, Systems, and Integration Section, Buildings and Transportation Science Division, Energy Science and Technology Directorate at Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL).

Major Duties/Responsibilities:

• Design experiments; select sensors and their layout; and specify data acquisition (DAQ) hardware to evaluate the thermal and hygrothermal performance of prototype building envelope components.
• Collect and analyze field evaluation data.
• Support 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 workplacein how we treat one another, collaborate, and measure success.

Basic Qualifications:

• MS or BS in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field with at least 7 years (MS) of experience or at least 8 years (BS) of experience.
• Hands-on experience calibrating and installing sensors such as thermocouples, thermistors, heat flux transducers, flow meters, and other instrumentation used to evaluate the performance of prototype building envelope components and systems.
• Proficiency in programming Campbell Scientific data acquisition (DAQ) systems.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience instrumenting and conducting evaluations of prototype building envelope systems in natural exposure test facilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proven track record of being a team player.
• Motivated self-starter with the ability to work independently and contribute creatively within collaborative, cross-disciplinary teams.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced research environment, prioritize multiple tasks, meet deadlines, and adapt to evolving needs.

Special Requirements:

• This is a casual part-time position.
• Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
• Relocation Assistance is not available for this position.
• For employment at Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL), a Real ID compliant form of identification will be required.
• Additionally, ORNL is subject to Department of Energy (DOE) access restrictions. All employees must also be able to obtain and maintain a federal Personal Identity Verification (PIV) card as mandated by Homeland Security Presidential Directive 12 (HSPD-12) and Department of Energy (DOE) Order 473.1A, which requires a favorable post-employment background investigation.

About ORNL:

As a U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Office of Science national laboratory, ORNL has an impressive 80-year legacy of addressing the nation's most pressing challenges. Our team is made up of over 7,000 dedicated and innovative individuals! Our goal is to create an environment where a variety of perspectives and backgrounds are valued, ensuring ORNL is known as a top choice for employment. These principles are essential for supporting our broader mission to drive scientific breakthroughs and translate them into solutions for energy, environmental, and security challenges facing the nation. ORNL offers competitive pay and benefits programs to attract and retain individuals who demonstrate exceptional work behaviors. The laboratory provides a range of employee benefits, including medical and retirement plans and flexible work hours, to support the well-being of you and your family. Employee amenities such as on-site fitness, banking, and cafeteria facilities are also available for added convenience.