Machinist, Advanced Manufacturing & Design
Savannah River National Laboratory, Aiken, SC, United States
Machinist, Advanced Manufacturing & Design
Job Description
Savannah River National Laboratory is seeking a Machinist to join a dynamic team in the Machine Shop of the Advanced Manufacturing & Design organization creating innovative solutions for the Savannah River Site, DOE complex and national security missions.
The candidate will work in the Advanced Engineering R&D Machine Shop and perform work from work orders, drawings, design documents and procedures to perform machining activities based on skills and knowledge obtained from training and/or previous experience. Candidate should demonstrate necessary knowledge and skills to program, set up, and operate CNC equipment and CAD-CAM Systems, operate material handling equipment, and inspect and/or test parts and equipment to determine functional condition. Meet physical requirements for the essential duties, which include working around rotating equipment, being able to lift up to 50 pounds, prolonged standing, climbing, bending, and twisting.
Responsibilities
Perform tasks from work orders, drawings, design documents and procedures to perform machining activities based on skills and knowledge obtained from training and/or previous experience.
Obtain guidance from supervision when the conditions warrant, but usually work under minimal supervision.
Self‑direct decisions in a peer work environment to include planning sequence of manufacturing operations to achieve desired results.
Program, set up, and operate CNC equipment and CAD-CAM Systems.
Inspect and/or test parts and equipment to determine functional condition.
Assist supervision and/or management with understanding of problems and suggest possible solutions.
Perform administrative functions such as timekeeping, data entry, and other administrative functions as needed.
Meet physical requirements for the essential duties, which include working around rotating equipment, being able to lift up to 50 pounds, prolonged standing, climbing, bending, and twisting. Other duties as assigned by supervision.
Qualifications
Associate’s Degree and 3‑5 years of relevant experience.
Ability to obtain and maintain a DOE Security Clearance; U.S. Citizenship is legally required.
Security Clearance Information
This position will require the selected candidate to be able to obtain a DOE Security Clearance.
BSRA is required by DOE to conduct a pre‑employment drug test and background review that includes checks of personal references, credit, criminal records, and employment history, and education verifications.
Positions with BSRA require applicants to have the ability to obtain and maintain a DOE L or Q‑level security clearance, which requires U.S. citizenship.
Factors such as pre‑employment background review results, dual citizenship status, and unpaid and/or unfiled taxes may impact your ability to obtain a security clearance. This list of factors is not exhaustive; pre‑employment information and security clearance requests are reviewed on a case‑by‑case basis.
About Us
“We put science to work!”
Savannah River National Laboratory (SRNL) is a multi‑program laboratory applying state‑of‑the‑art science and practical, high‑value, cost‑effective solutions to complex technical problems to protect the nation. Located at the U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE) Savannah River Site (SRS) in Aiken SC, the laboratory develops and deploys innovative technologies to address some of the nation’s environmental, energy, and national security challenges.
BSRA is constantly assessing trends to provide the best possible benefits to our workforce. We also negotiate cost‑effective premiums that will meet the needs of our evolving workforce.
Benefits
Some of the *Benefits offered to employees include:
*Benefits vary based upon employment status
Highly competitive Medical, Dental, and Vision options including HSA options with company‑provided seed
Short‑ & Long‑Term Disability (company paid)
Life Insurance Non‑Contributory 1X salary (company paid)
AD&D Non‑contributory 1x salary (company paid)
Savings & Investment plan:
Qualified Non‑Elective Company Contribution of 5% each pay period with immediate vesting
Company match 50 cents/dollar up to 8% (5 yrs. vesting in company match)
Contributory Life Insurance up to 5x Salary with $1M Cap
Contributory AD&D (employee, spouse and children)
Paid Time Off
Employee Assistance Plan
SRNL offers a competitive relocation package to ease the transition process. Domestic and international relocation assistance is available for certain positions.
For more information about our benefits, working here, and living here, visit the “About” tab at www.srnl.doe.gov.
BSRA is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. BSRA is also committed to making our workplace accessible to individuals with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodations, upon request, for individuals to participate in the application and hiring process. Please email us at SRNLRecruiting@srnl.doe.gov with any questions regarding the hiring process or to request an accommodation.
About the Team
Weapons Production Technology (WPT) is a world leader in tritium fuel cycles with a strong industrial partnership, including most private companies working on fusion research. WPT also leads the Tokomak Exhaust System Development Project for the International Thermonuclear Experimental Reactor. The staff of 300 in this vibrant organization are leading the frontiers of tritium effects on materials, hydrogen science, fusion related research, plutonium metallurgy, sensing and metrology, advanced engineering, and advanced manufacturing.
Job Info
Job Identification 2052
Job Category LABORATORY_SUPPORT
Posting Date 04/24/2026, 12:43 PM
Apply Before 06/29/2026, 04:00 AM
Degree Level Associate Degree
Job Schedule Full time
Job Shift Day
Locations Savannah River National Laboratory
Job Location Onsite
Work Schedule AA: Straight Days (Mon-Fri), 9 Hours
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Job Description
Savannah River National Laboratory is seeking a Machinist to join a dynamic team in the Machine Shop of the Advanced Manufacturing & Design organization creating innovative solutions for the Savannah River Site, DOE complex and national security missions.
The candidate will work in the Advanced Engineering R&D Machine Shop and perform work from work orders, drawings, design documents and procedures to perform machining activities based on skills and knowledge obtained from training and/or previous experience. Candidate should demonstrate necessary knowledge and skills to program, set up, and operate CNC equipment and CAD-CAM Systems, operate material handling equipment, and inspect and/or test parts and equipment to determine functional condition. Meet physical requirements for the essential duties, which include working around rotating equipment, being able to lift up to 50 pounds, prolonged standing, climbing, bending, and twisting.
Responsibilities
Perform tasks from work orders, drawings, design documents and procedures to perform machining activities based on skills and knowledge obtained from training and/or previous experience.
Obtain guidance from supervision when the conditions warrant, but usually work under minimal supervision.
Self‑direct decisions in a peer work environment to include planning sequence of manufacturing operations to achieve desired results.
Program, set up, and operate CNC equipment and CAD-CAM Systems.
Inspect and/or test parts and equipment to determine functional condition.
Assist supervision and/or management with understanding of problems and suggest possible solutions.
Perform administrative functions such as timekeeping, data entry, and other administrative functions as needed.
Meet physical requirements for the essential duties, which include working around rotating equipment, being able to lift up to 50 pounds, prolonged standing, climbing, bending, and twisting. Other duties as assigned by supervision.
Qualifications
Associate’s Degree and 3‑5 years of relevant experience.
Ability to obtain and maintain a DOE Security Clearance; U.S. Citizenship is legally required.
Security Clearance Information
This position will require the selected candidate to be able to obtain a DOE Security Clearance.
BSRA is required by DOE to conduct a pre‑employment drug test and background review that includes checks of personal references, credit, criminal records, and employment history, and education verifications.
Positions with BSRA require applicants to have the ability to obtain and maintain a DOE L or Q‑level security clearance, which requires U.S. citizenship.
Factors such as pre‑employment background review results, dual citizenship status, and unpaid and/or unfiled taxes may impact your ability to obtain a security clearance. This list of factors is not exhaustive; pre‑employment information and security clearance requests are reviewed on a case‑by‑case basis.
About Us
“We put science to work!”
Savannah River National Laboratory (SRNL) is a multi‑program laboratory applying state‑of‑the‑art science and practical, high‑value, cost‑effective solutions to complex technical problems to protect the nation. Located at the U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE) Savannah River Site (SRS) in Aiken SC, the laboratory develops and deploys innovative technologies to address some of the nation’s environmental, energy, and national security challenges.
BSRA is constantly assessing trends to provide the best possible benefits to our workforce. We also negotiate cost‑effective premiums that will meet the needs of our evolving workforce.
Benefits
Some of the *Benefits offered to employees include:
*Benefits vary based upon employment status
Highly competitive Medical, Dental, and Vision options including HSA options with company‑provided seed
Short‑ & Long‑Term Disability (company paid)
Life Insurance Non‑Contributory 1X salary (company paid)
AD&D Non‑contributory 1x salary (company paid)
Savings & Investment plan:
Qualified Non‑Elective Company Contribution of 5% each pay period with immediate vesting
Company match 50 cents/dollar up to 8% (5 yrs. vesting in company match)
Contributory Life Insurance up to 5x Salary with $1M Cap
Contributory AD&D (employee, spouse and children)
Paid Time Off
Employee Assistance Plan
SRNL offers a competitive relocation package to ease the transition process. Domestic and international relocation assistance is available for certain positions.
For more information about our benefits, working here, and living here, visit the “About” tab at www.srnl.doe.gov.
BSRA is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. BSRA is also committed to making our workplace accessible to individuals with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodations, upon request, for individuals to participate in the application and hiring process. Please email us at SRNLRecruiting@srnl.doe.gov with any questions regarding the hiring process or to request an accommodation.
About the Team
Weapons Production Technology (WPT) is a world leader in tritium fuel cycles with a strong industrial partnership, including most private companies working on fusion research. WPT also leads the Tokomak Exhaust System Development Project for the International Thermonuclear Experimental Reactor. The staff of 300 in this vibrant organization are leading the frontiers of tritium effects on materials, hydrogen science, fusion related research, plutonium metallurgy, sensing and metrology, advanced engineering, and advanced manufacturing.
Job Info
Job Identification 2052
Job Category LABORATORY_SUPPORT
Posting Date 04/24/2026, 12:43 PM
Apply Before 06/29/2026, 04:00 AM
Degree Level Associate Degree
Job Schedule Full time
Job Shift Day
Locations Savannah River National Laboratory
Job Location Onsite
Work Schedule AA: Straight Days (Mon-Fri), 9 Hours
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