This position is part of the Idaho Operations Office, Department of Energy. As an Interdisciplinary General Engineer/Physical Scientist, you will provide professional engineering or physical science expertise and support to DOE programs, projects or initiatives whose mission or responsibilities include a combination of engineering and physical science work that supports the DOE mission to maintain U.S. preeminence in engineering and scientific technology research and applications.
Responsibilities
- The Department of Energy's mission is to ensure America's security and prosperity by addressing its energy, environmental and nuclear challenges through transformative science and technology solutions. The Idaho Operations Office works to advance sustainable energy solutions, ensure secure and resilient critical infrastructure, equip the defenders of our nation, protect Idaho's natural resources, and fulfill legacy environmental commitments. We are truly honored that DOE has been named America's #1 Best Employer for Veterans in 2023 by Forbes-not only among Government agencies, but among employers across the U.S. We are so proud of this ranking which reflects our commitment to the employment of veterans. As so many veterans at DOE renew their service to our Nation, we are deeply committed to their success and advancement. Veterans shape the future of energy As an Interdisciplinary General Engineer/Physical Scientist, you will: Provide expert advisory services and leadership for extensive, complex scientific and engineering efforts, especially those lacking clear precedents. Direct the research, development, planning, and implementation of significant segments of major DOE programs or projects. Formulate and implement scientific and engineering strategies to advance energy resources, environmental solutions, or new technologies, ensuring alignment with DOE policy. Evaluate the effectiveness of new concepts, technological trends, and risks, recommending advanced approaches for highly significant scientific and engineering advancements. Serve as a recognized expert, providing authoritative advice and guidance on novel, challenging, or controversial technical issues to internal and external high-level stakeholders. Manage and coordinate the execution of major programs and projects, including negotiating contractual terms and evaluating overall progress against objectives, costs, and schedules.
Education
This vacancy has a positive education requirement. In order to be rated as qualified, you must provide copies of your college transcripts. Failure to provide copies of your college transcripts may result in a rating of "Ineligible". Education must be obtained from an accredited institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Foreign education must be reviewed by an organization recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. For special instructions pertaining to foreign education and a list of organizations that can evaluate foreign education, see the Department of Education website.
