Westinghouse Electric Company · 4 hours ago
HP Tech 1
Hopkins, SC
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$51K/yr - $66K/yr
1+ years expWestinghouse Electric Company is a leader in providing safe, clean, and efficient energy solutions. The HP Tech role involves maintaining radiation exposure levels and supporting emergency response through the analysis of radiological data and monitoring. This position requires onsite presence in Columbia, SC.
Electrical DistributionEnergyNuclear
Responsibilities
Distribute, collect, prepare and analyze air samples
Operate, maintain and calibrate radiological sample counting equipment
Process effluent/environmental samples and uranyl nitrate samples. Perform respirator fit tests
Provide radiological airborne, contamination and airborne chemical monitoring for events in the contamination controlled area (CCA)
Evaluate and complete work order requests including survey of potentially contaminated parts/equipment for transfer or release from the facility
Survey of incoming and outgoing shipments of radioactive materials
Leak testing of high efficiency filtration systems
Provide support for non-routine requests from internal and external customers
Provide guidance to radiological workers to minimize personnel contamination and exposure to radioactive materials
Provide support for major radiation safety programs such as bioassay, dosimetry, instrumentation, transportation, ventilation, contamination control, environmental monitoring and radiation work permits, ensuring they are maintained observing regulatory requirements
Obtain training for proper response to emergency events and participate in response to events when needed
Qualification
Required
High school graduate or the equivalent with technical or college courses in engineering, math, physics and chemistry or the equivalent
Associate degree in radiation protection or other equivalent field of study
At least one year experience using the skills listed under 'Minimum Required'
Work experience in radiation protection, or an equivalent field that involves the use of math, physics and chemistry to perform the job responsibilities
At least one year experience as a Radiation Protection Technician or an equivalent field where the job responsibilities parallel that of the requirements for CFFF Radiation Protection Technicians
Must identify and correct potential radiological contamination, airborne and non-compliance situations
Can process data and operate instrumentation using basic computer programs
Must have the ability to meet and maintain qualifications required for use of a respirator and self-contained breathing apparatus
Benefits
Comprehensive Medical benefits which could include medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contributions options
Wellness Programs designed to support employees in maintaining their health and well-being including Employee Assistance Program providing support for our employees and their household members
401(k) with Company Match Contributions to support employees' retirement
Paid Vacations and Company Holidays
Opportunities for Flexible Work Arrangements to promote work-life balance
Educational Reimbursement and Comprehensive Career Programs to help employees grow in their careers
Global Recognition and Service Programs to celebrate employee accomplishments and service
Employee Referral Program
Company
Westinghouse Electric Company
Westinghouse Electric Company provides innovative and secure nuclear technology solutions.
5001-10000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Trends of Total Sponsorships
2025 (1)
2023 (2)
2022 (1)
2021 (2)
2020 (4)
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$1.62BKey Investors
US Department of EnergyExport Development CanadaUK Government
2025-12-08Grant
2024-12-09Debt Financing· $1.45B
2023-07-27Grant· $13.43M
Leadership Team
Dan Sumner
Interim Chief Executive Officer
Justin Johnson
Executive Vice President and Chief Legal Officer
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