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    Savannah River National Laboratory

    Research and Development

    Work Control Planner

    Aiken, United StatesOn-SiteFull-time5–7 yrs experiencePosted 2w ago
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    Job description

    • Job Location: Onsite
    • Work Schedule: 32: Straight Days (Mon-Thurs), 10 Hours

    SRNL is seeking a experienced Work Planner Control. Responsible for general mission, auxiliary, or unit support activities. Provides routine direct and indirect operational services to the Laboratory. Some roles perform specialized technical tasks required to support the mission of the laboratory (e.g., IT development and research support). Typically requires appropriate vocational training, related professional certification(s), or the equivalent experience, but usually does not require a university degree. Develop and/or review of routine work packages including written step-by-step work instructions, procedures, safety and testing requirements for the implementation and control of operations, maintenance or modification work activities within a given area. May include separately or in conjunction with work control development, recommendations and instruction for mechanical, electrical, radiological, and chemical energy and systems control lockout and tagout, and/or resolving work package restraints and bringing work packages to final closure.

    Responsibilities

    Core Competencies

    • Develops detailed and accurate work packages for mechanical maintenance, fabrication, and repair tasks
    • Creates weld maps, weld procedure specifications (WPS), and supporting technical drawings for individual components, sub-assemblies, and full assemblies
    • Produces clear, actionable technical sketches and markup drawings to support field execution
    • Coordinates sequencing of work activities, resource allocation, and material procurement to ensure efficient project execution

    Codes, Standards & Specifications

    • Understands pipe cleanliness requirements, including flushing, cleaning procedures, and contamination prevention protocols for various service classifications
    • Familiar with material specifications for metals (carbon steel, stainless steel, alloy steels, non-ferrous metals) and their properties, compatibility, and service limitations
    • Working knowledge of fastener standards (e.g., ASTM, ASME) including proper grade selection, torque specifications, and bolted joint assembly requirements
    • Awareness of governing codes and standards from organizations such as ASME, ASTM, AWS, ANSI, and MSS

    Technical & Mechanical Background

    • Primary discipline is Mechanical, with the ability to interface effectively with engineering, quality assurance, welding along with maintenance, and craft personnel
    • Ensures planned work complies with applicable codes, quality requirements, and safety standard

    Qualifications

    Minimum Qualifications 

    • HS (or Equiv) and 5-7 years of Electrical and/or Mechanical Maintenance experience.
    • Must be able to qualify as an SRNL Planner within one year once hired.
    • Knowledgeable in additional piping codes and their application to mechanical work planning
    • Strong working knowledge of design, fabrication, inspection, and testing requirements.

    Preferred Qualifications 

    • AA/AS/Vocational Training preferred.
    • Extensive working knowledge of welding processes (e.g., GTAW, SMAW, GMAW, FCAW) and their appropriate applications based on material type, joint design, and service conditions
    • Proficient in machining processes including turning, milling, boring, grinding, and precision finishing operations
    • Understands pre-heat, post-weld heat treatment (PWHT), and non-destructive examination (NDE) requirements as they relate to work planning.
    • Capable of reading and interpreting P&IDs, isometric drawings, general arrangement drawings, and engineering specifications

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    Savannah River National Laboratory

    Savannah River National Laboratory is a leading U.S. Department of Energy national laboratory focused on environmental management, national security, and energy.

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