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This position is located in the Research & Innovation Center (RIC), Energy Conversion Engineering (ECE) Directorate, at the National Energy Technology Laboratory (NETL). The Energy Conversion Engineering (ECE) directorate conducts applied research to advance chemical conversion technologies and help the U.S. develop more efficient, cost effective industrial and power-utility processes and systems. Our capabilities focus on hydrogen/ammonia for energy storage and its utilization; conversion of waste streams (including CO2 conversion) to fuels and chemicals; carbon capture; direct air capture; dynamic control of integrated energy systems; and laser diagnostics. Our R&D expertise includes:
If you are interested in this vacancy, please apply to the Interdisciplinary Research General Engineer/Research Physical Scientist Open Continuous Direct Hire Vacancy announcement (link below) by COB 01/6/2025.
The Open Continuous Direct Hire Vacancy announcement link is used for numerous vacancies across DOE. To convey your interest in this specific position, please also email a cover letter along with your resume/CV to NETL_ECEhire@netl.doe.gov DO NOT include Personally Identifiable Information (PII) such as SSN, DOB, etc. in email or attachments.
Announcement No.: FY25-OCDH-801-1301-12549598
Who May Apply: U.S. Citizens
Series & Grade: GS-0801/1301-13 or 14 (No career ladder; promotion through RGEG only)
View Vacancy: This vacancy announcement is posted on USAJobs.
Opening Date: 12/20/2024
Closing Date: 01/06/2024
Department: Research & Innovation Center, Energy Conversion Engineering
Position: Interdisciplinary Research General Engineer/Physical Scientist
Location: Morgantown, WV; Pittsburgh, PA, or Albany, OR
This position is located in the Research & Innovation Center (RIC), Strategic Systems Analysis and Engineering (SSAE) Directorate, at the National Energy Technology Laboratory (NETL). The SSAE directorate develops and applies advanced process systems engineering models and state-of-the-art computational tools to deliver technical-economic and life cycle analyses that enables decision-making for complex, multi-scale energy systems under potentially conflicting constraints. Our analysis helps DOE and other partners define R&D direction, inform research goals, and provide market, regulatory, and technical insights. Our R&D expertise includes:
If you are interested in this vacancy, please apply to the Interdisciplinary Research General Engineer/Research Physical Scientist Open Continuous Direct Hire Vacancy announcement (link below) by COB 01/6/2025.
The Open Continuous Direct Hire Vacancy announcement link is used for numerous vacancies across DOE. To convey your interest in this specific position, please also email a cover letter along with your resume/CV to SSAEHiring@netl.doe.gov DO NOT include Personally Identifiable Information (PII) such as SSN, DOB, etc. in email or attachments.
Announcement No.: FY25-OCDH-801-1301-12549598
Who May Apply: U.S. Citizens
Series & Grade: GS-0801/1301-13 or 14 (No career ladder; promotion through RGEG only)
View Vacancy: This vacancy announcement is posted on USAJobs.
Opening Date: 12/20/2024
Closing Date: 01/06/2024
Department: Research & Innovation Center, Strategic Systems Analysis & Engineering
Position: Interdisciplinary Research General Engineer/Physical Scientist
Location: Morgantown, WV; Pittsburgh, PA, or Albany, OR
These positions are located in the Research & Innovation Center (RIC), Materials Engineering and Manufacturing (MEM) Directorate, at the National Energy Technology Laboratory (NETL). The MEM directorate is designing, developing, and deploying advanced materials solutions to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the recovery, transmission, and conversion of domestic fossil energy resources and transform those materials into clean power, chemicals, fuels, and other high-value products. Our MEM research teams evaluate materials in different sizes and timeframes using a one-of-a-kind suite of computational and experimental methods. Our R&D expertise includes:
If you are interested in these vacancies, please apply to the Interdisciplinary Research General Engineer/Research Physical Scientist Open Continuous Direct Hire Vacancy announcement (link below) by COB 01/6/2025.
The Open Continuous Direct Hire Vacancy announcement link is used for numerous vacancies across DOE. To convey your interest in this specific position, please also email a cover letter along with your resume/CV to MEM@netl.doe.gov. DO NOT include Personally Identifiable Information (PII) such as SSN, DOB, etc. in email or attachments.
Announcement No.: FY25-OCDH-801-1301-12549598
Who May Apply: U.S. Citizens
Series & Grade: GS-0801/1301-13, 14 or 15 (No career ladder; promotion through RGEG only)
# of Vacancies: Two
View Vacancy: This vacancy announcement is posted on USAJobs.
Opening Date: 12/20/2024
Closing Date: 01/06/2024
Department: Research & Innovation Center, Materials Engineering and Manufacturing
Position: Interdisciplinary Research General Engineer/Physical Scientist
Location: Morgantown, WV; Pittsburgh, PA, or Albany, OR
This position is located in the Research & Innovation Center (RIC), Geological and Environmental Systems (GES) Directorate, Geochemistry Team at the National Energy Technology Laboratory (NETL). NETL’s Geological and Environmental Systems Directorate is internationally recognized for its ability to monitor, analyze, and predict the physical, chemical, and biological characteristics of complex surface, subsurface, and offshore environments. GES investigations range from the field scale to the molecular level, and over time spans from microseconds to centuries. This vacancy announcement is for a candidate with expertise in areas that support the assessment of critical minerals in a variety of subsurface materials, methodology for separations or processing, and/or recovery methods. Familiarity with unconventional feedstocks, including produced waters, and geomaterials preparation is desired, as well as experience in data integration and analysis. The incumbent will also be expected to possess excellent communication skills to develop and support numerous collaborations with internal and external stakeholders.
If you are interested in this vacancy, please apply to the Interdisciplinary Research General Engineer/Research Physical Scientist Open Continuous Direct Hire Vacancy announcement (link below) by COB 01/06/2025.
The Open Continuous Direct Hire Vacancy announcement link is used for numerous vacancies across DOE. To convey your interest in this specific position, please also email a cover letter along with your resume/CV to GESPositions@netl.doe.gov. DO NOT include Personally Identifiable Information (PII) such as SSN, DOB, etc. in email or attachments.
Announcement No.: FY25-OCDH-801-1301-12549598
Who May Apply: U.S. Citizens
Series & Grade: GS-0801/1301-13 or 14 (No career ladder; promotion through RGEG only)
View Vacancy: This vacancy announcement is posted on USAJobs.
Opening Date: 12/20/2024
Closing Date: 01/06/2024
Department: Research & Innovation Center, Geological & Environmental Systems, Geochemistry Team
Position: Interdisciplinary Research General Engineer/Physical Scientist
Location: Morgantown, WV; Pittsburgh, PA, or Albany, OR
This position is located in the Research & Innovation Center (RIC), Computational Science and Engineering (CSE) Directorate, at the National Energy Technology Laboratory (NETL). The CSE directorate develops and applies science-based simulation models, mathematical methods and algorithms, scientific machine learning, and software tools to address the technical barriers to developing next-generation energy technologies. Our CSE capabilities leverage four focus areas: computational materials engineering, computational multiphase flow science, advanced scientific computing, and data science for energy innovation. Our R&D expertise includes:
If you are interested in this vacancy, please apply to the Interdisciplinary Research General Engineer/Research Physical Scientist Open Continuous Direct Hire Vacancy announcement (link below) by COB 01/6/2025.
The Open Continuous Direct Hire Vacancy announcement link is used for numerous vacancies across DOE. To convey your interest in this specific position, please also email a cover letter along with your resume/CV to CSE@netl.doe.gov. DO NOT include Personally Identifiable Information (PII) such as SSN, DOB, etc. in email or attachments.
Announcement No.: FY25-OCDH-801-1301-12549598
Who May Apply: U.S. Citizens
Series & Grade: GS-0801/1301-13 or 14 (No career ladder; promotion through RGEG only)
View Vacancy: This vacancy announcement is posted on USAJobs.
Opening Date: 12/20/2024
Closing Date: 01/06/2024
Department: Research & Innovation Center, Computational Science & Engineering
Position: Interdisciplinary Research General Engineer/Physical Scientist
Location: Morgantown, WV; Pittsburgh, PA, or Albany, OR
This position is in the Research & Innovation Center (RIC), Research Planning & Delivery Directorate (RPD), at the National Energy Technology Laboratory (NETL). This position is for a Project Manager responsible for the day-to-day project management of approved RIC research projects. This position manages, coordinates, and monitors complex multi-disciplinary and multi-organizational research efforts in order to meet project and programmatic goals and objectives.
If you are interested in this vacancy, please apply to the Interdisciplinary General Engineer/ Physical Scientist Open Continuous Direct Hire Vacancy announcement (link below) by COB 12/23/2024.
The Open Continuous Direct Hire Vacancy announcement link is used for numerous vacancies across DOE. To convey your interest in the position, please also email a cover letter along with your resume/CV to RPD@netl.doe.gov. DO NOT include Personally Identifiable Information (PII) such as SSN, DOB, etc. in email or attachments.
Announcement No.: FY25-OCDH-801/1301-12545277 or 25-NT-01101-12635066-DH
Who May Apply: U.S. Citizens
Series & Grade: GS-0801/1301-13
View Vacancy: This vacancy announcement is posted on USAJobs: Non- Remote | Remote.
Opening Date: 12/16/2024
Closing Date: 12/23/2024
Department: Research & Innovation Center, Research Planning & Delivery
Position: Interdisciplinary General Engineer/ Physical Scientist (Project Manager) (Multiple positions may be filled)
Location: Morgantown, WV; Pittsburgh, PA; Albany, OR; or Remote
This position is located at the National Energy Technology Laboratory (NETL), Finance & Acquisition Center, Acquisition. As a Contract Specialist, you will provide support to NETL, Acquisition, Procurement, Site Support Team with primary responsibility for the solicitation, negotiation, placement and administration of contracts, delivery orders, purchase orders for performance of research and development, and for the furnishing of products, services, and construction, necessary to accomplish the NETL mission, and support other agencies as appropriate.
If you are interested in this vacancy, please apply to the Open Continuous Direct Hire Vacancy announcement (link below) by COB December 13, 2024
The Open Continuous Direct Hire Vacancy announcement link is used for numerous vacancies across DOE.
Announcement No.: FY25-OCDH-1102-125455598-DH
Who May Apply: All U.S. Citizens
Series & Grade: GS-1102-13
View Vacancy: This vacancy announcement is posted on USAJobs.
Opening Date: 12/04/2024
Closing Date: 01/06/2024
Department: Finance & Acquisition Center, Acquisition, Financial Assistance
Position: Contract Specialist
Location: Remote
This position is in the Research & Innovation Center (RIC), Geological and Environmental Systems (GES) Directorate, at the National Energy Technology Laboratory (NETL). NETL’s Geological and Environmental Systems Directorate is internationally recognized for its ability to monitor, analyze, and predict the physical, chemical, and biological characteristics of complex surface, subsurface, and offshore environments. GES investigations range from the field scale to the molecular level, and over time spans from microseconds to centuries. NETL’s capability includes methods and tools used for resource estimation and risk assessment, such as those that are helping to enable the development of our nation’s ability to store CO2 and hydrogen to help meet the net-zero goal for our nation. The research also focuses on prevention and remediation of environmental challenges posed by fossil energy resource development, both legacy use and future use. GES consists of three research teams whose areas of research include carbon storage; hydrogen storage; critical minerals; multi-scale, multiphase flow, including fractured formations and hydrates; monitoring of natural system behavior; geomaterials science (both geophysical and geochemical aspects of earth materials); geochemistry and geomicrobiology of produced waters; well integrity; geospatial data management and assessment; and methane emissions detection and mitigation.
The incumbent will function as the Team Supervisor to the GES, Geo-Analysis & Monitoring Team and will report to the GES Associate Director.
The GES Geo-Analysis and Monitoring Team supports and mitigates the environmental impact of extracting resources for energy, evaluating both subsurface conditions and environmental emissions during and after resource extraction. The team provides a critical link between researchers, regulators, and industry professionals responsible for the safe, efficient development of subsurface resources.
The team supervisor will manage research expertise in areas of airborne, ground-based, and field detection and monitoring investigations of subsurface features and infrastructure; data mining and analysis; monitoring and modeling of air quality; methane emissions quantification; geophysics research; spectral imaging and remote sensing; tracers; geospatial mapping, analysis, and interpretation; and data analysis using statistical methods, artificial intelligence, and machine learning (AI/ML). Characterization and modeling activities, including using AI/ML and state-of-the-art data visualization, support resource extraction and geothermal development through a combination of geospatial and geotemporal approaches to data.
As Team Supervisor for the Geo-Analysis & Monitoring Team, the incumbent will:
If you are interested in this vacancy, please apply to the Interdisciplinary Research General Engineer/Research Physical Scientist Open Continuous Direct Hire Vacancy announcement (link below) by COB 12/2/24.
The Open Continuous Direct Hire Vacancy announcement link is used for numerous vacancies across DOE. To convey your interest in the position, please also email a cover letter along with your resume/CV to GESPositions@netl.doe.gov and include “TS, Geo-Analysis" in the header of your cover letter.
DO NOT include on your cover letter or CV/resume submitted to GESPositions@netl.doe.gov, any of the following information: your social security number, photos of yourself, personal information, such as age, gender, religious affiliation, etc., classified or government sensitive information, or any encryption or digital signatures.
Announcement No.: FY25-OCDH-801-1301-12549598
Who May Apply: U.S. Citizens
Series & Grade: GS-0801/1301-15
View Vacancy: This vacancy announcement is posted on USAJobs.
Opening Date: 11/12/2024
Closing Date: 01/06/2024
Department: Research & Innovation Center, Geological & Environmental Systems
Position: Supervisory Interdisciplinary Research General Engineer/Research Physical Scientist
Location: Morgantown, WV; Pittsburgh, PA, or Albany, OR
