Nuclear Engineers

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The key duties of the position include:The Role
The acquisition of conventionally-armed, nuclear-powered submarines is a historic and transformative endeavour for Australia. The whole-of-nation effort to safely and securely deliver the cutting-edge nuclear-powered submarine program will transform Australia's economic and national security landscape for decades to come.

We are seeking APS 6 Nuclear Engineers to join the Chief Engineer Nuclear Directorate within the Design Control Branch. These roles will be exercising delegated Technical Authority for the design, development, maintenance, and operation of the nuclear-powered submarine fleet. Applications are open to Engineering and Applied Science Professionals from applicable industries.

Specific areas for these roles include:
Safety and OperationsNuclear SystemsReactor Pressure Vessel & CoreRadiological ControlsNuclear Field OfficeSecondary SystemsDecommissioning and DisposalAustralia is leveraging the technology, capability, and design expertise from the UK and US. These roles will be involved in developing and defining the ASA's Design Control capability for Naval Nuclear Propulsion Plants to cover the full life-cycle of design, construction, operation, maintenance, installations and infrastructure, and decommissioning within the Australian context.

APS 6 Nuclear Engineer may include:
Perform critical and complex engineering activities and provide advice under broad direction.Apply engineering knowledge and experience to identify issues and uncertainties and take these into account in planning, decision making and priority setting.Assess technical artefacts and design packages including scoping, planning, and reviewing, to maintain design intent through life.Execute any Safety Delegations that may be assigned through monitoring and ensuring safety aspects have been considered and addressed.Participate in the due process system for relevant Reactor Plant Safety Case (RPSC) changes, providing system research and reporting on results.Assist the management of Authorisation to Operate within the scope of their delegation.Research and recommend/endorse permissions to operate (i.e., Control Certificates).Provide research and reports at the appropriate level for System Upkeep, Upgrade and Update.Research, review, and report on alternatives and impacts regarding Concessions & Departure from Design Intent (DDIN) for relevant systems.Assist development of relevant operating documentation.Support other duties as assigned.Following initial training, you will undertake embedment in technical organisations in the United States of America (USA) or the United Kingdom (UK), for a period of 2 to 3 years, to gain and develop suitable qualifications, experience, and specific knowledge on nuclear-powered submarine technologies.
About our TeamThe Chief Engineer Nuclear Directorate within the Design Control Branch is responsible for the integrity and safety of the naval reactor plant ensured through the application of requisite knowledge to approve and maintain the design intent through life.

As a member of the Chief Engineer Nuclear Directorate, you will continue to grow your subject matter expertise, be accountable for exercising any assigned authorities and Technical Regulatory Authority delegations and providing objective quality evidence.

By joining our Directorate, you will be provided with unique opportunities to develop your skills and experience. In addition to leveraging your existing experience, you will also work alongside others within the team with knowledge, skills and experience from a wide spectrum of disciplines.

We operate with a strong focus on our people, technical development and integrity. We are underpinned by an inclusive culture that respects, values and utilises the contributions of people of different backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. We are collegiate and collaborative, requiring a high level of integration and consistency to achieve our outcomes for ASA.
Our Ideal CandidateWe are a dynamic organization seeking employees who are agile, innovative and energised by high-paced work. We are seeking highly motivated and collaborative-minded people who will have the opportunity to contribute to a once-in-a-lifetime program.

Our ideal candidate will have extensive knowledge relating to the methodology, systems and procedures within the technical professional sub-function and have the ability to translate this into strategy. They will provide a strategic level of specialist, professional and technical expertise, potentially relating to the work of different function areas.

They will initiate, establish and maintain strong interpersonal relationships with a network of stakeholders as well as the ability to recognise shared agendas and work toward mutually beneficial outcomes. We are seeking talented people who can work collaboratively and have a passion for applying their technical skills and knowledge to assist and support with the development and implementation of scientific and engineering requirements.
Our ideal candidate will bring the following attributes and skills to the role:
International Mobility: Willing and able to undertake an international embedment in the USA or UK for a period of 2-3 years.Technical mastery: Highly developed, or the willingness to develop, strong technical competence. This encompasses both your common and specialist skills and any additional technical competence.Communication: Strong written, intercultural and oral communication and negotiation skills. You will be required to communicate commercial and technical requirements to different stakeholders to inform decision-making, build common understanding, share knowledge and maintain relationships.Decision-making: Sound judgment and logic, able to apply co-design practices, identify and mitigate risk, and be an analytical, strategic and considered systems thinker.Technical advice: The provision of subject matter expertise, reporting, analysis and guidance on technical fields, ensuring technical compliance and strong integrity.Professional excellence: In your professional area of expertise, you are adaptable, resilient, inclusive and flexible.Due to the sensitive work undertaken by the ASA, you may be required to undertake further eligibility and suitability screening.
If you are a talented Engineering, Science or Technology professional who has a passion for applying and developing their skills and knowledge, and wants to work within an integrated, collaborative and inclusive team, we want to hear from you.
Security Clearance:
Applicants must be able to obtain and maintain a security clearance at "Negative Vetting Level 2".
Mandatory Qualifications:
Our Engineering roles require a Bachelor of Engineering from an Australian institution, or a qualification gained elsewhere, that satisfies the requirements of the Washington Accord for recognition as a Professional Engineer by Engineers Australia. These positions may require the individual to be able to meet the requirements of Chartered Professional Engineer (Engineers Australia), Registered Professional Engineer (Professionals Australia) or Fellow/Member of Royal Institution of Naval Architects or demonstrate the ability to obtain such status within 12 months. Qualifications to fulfil these roles include but are not limited to:
Applied Chemistry (Radiological)Electrical EngineeringHealth and Environmental Applied ScienceMarine EngineeringMechanical EngineeringNuclear EngineeringRecruitAbility applies to this vacancy. Under the RecruitAbility scheme you will be invited to participate in further assessment activity for the vacancy if you choose to apply under the scheme; declare you have a disability; and meet the minimum requirements for the job. For more information visit: https://www.apsc.gov.au/recruitability
Getting to know the Australian Submarine AgencyThe Australian Submarine Agency was established on 1 July 2023 and is responsible and accountable for the management and oversight of Australia's nuclear-powered submarine program. Australia's acquisition of conventionally-armed, nuclear-powered submarines through the AUKUS partnership will be critical to ensuring our Defence Force has the capabilities needed to keep Australians safe. The Australian Submarine Agency operates under the Defence portfolio and maintains strong linkages with the Department of Defence. Our workforce comprises a mixture of Australian Public Servants, Australian Defence Force members and contractors. At the Australian Submarine Agency, you will enjoy experiences and opportunities that, as an APS employee, you simply would not get in any other organisation. You are able to undertake interesting, challenging and unique work. This ranges from intelligence and strategic policy right through to human resources, communications, infrastructure and engineering, and information technology. As part of the Australian Submarine Agency you will be working at the cutting edge of capability delivery, supported by professionalisation pathways so you can continue to develop, along with unique and varied career opportunities. Our people are capable, committed and diverse. We support an inclusive culture that emphasises respect and collaboration and prioritises safety and security. Our greatest asset is our people. We offer flexible working arrangements and a range of formal and informal professional development opportunities.

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