Supervisor, Transportation Research Operations
Argonne National Laboratory
Lemont, IL
Job posting number: #7113758 (Ref:414282)
Posted: October 18, 2022
Application Deadline: Open Until Filled
Job Description
Provides supervision for the set-up, modification, and operation of experimental facilities of the Experimental Operations and Facilities (EOF) Division, specifically those in the transportation research field. Serves as lead in supervising and developing technicians and experimental support staff supporting both vehicle and engine research. Interfaces with principal investigators, research program managers, and other research staff to plan, prioritize and execute work safely and efficiently. Requires knowledge of the trends of transportation research to anticipate future needs of the work center. Has fiscal oversite of the work center, ensuring appropriate staff utilization. Provides supervision to a group of approximately 5 exempt and/or non-exempt employees.
Responsibilities
Supervises and assigns work to the operations staff supporting transportation research projects
Interfaces with customers to understand research needs and plan work
Drafts or reviews operating procedures and work control documents for work to be performed in experimental areas
Provides oversight for any complex or high hazard work evolutions in experimental areas
Carries out supervisory administrative activities (e.g., training, timecards, performance evaluations, etc.)
Position Requirements
Knowledge and experience managing operations that support multiple stakeholders
Knowledge and experience in the application of Laboratory safety policies and procedures
Knowledge and understanding of the planning and execution of vehicle and/or engine research
Understanding of instrumentation associated with vehicles and engines
Understanding of emissions benches
Experience with the operation and maintenance of dynamometers
Extensive oral and written communication skills
Ability to build and maintain effective work relationships with others
Organizational skills
Ability to interpret technical documents
Skills in work-related use of computers
Knowledge of DOE, OHSA, NEC, NFPA, and NEPA regulations
Ability to model Argonne’s Core Values: Impact, Respect, Safety, Integrity, and Teamwork
Job Family
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