Oak Ridge National Laboratory · 12 hours ago
Specialty Measurements Radiological Engineer
Oak Ridge, TN
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expOak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) is a world leader in advanced science and technology research, and they are seeking a Specialty Measurements Radiological Engineer to support the radiological specialty measurements program. This role involves ensuring the reliable operation of stack monitoring systems through various technical activities while serving as a subject matter expert and supporting emergency response and incident investigations.
Advanced MaterialsClean EnergyEnergyEnergy ManagementManufacturingNuclearRenewable Energy
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Support the day-to-day operation of the radiological effluent stack monitoring program to ensure continued and reliable operation
Perform system calibrations, validations, and verifications
Maintain equipment and troubleshoot/investigate instrumentation faults and alarms
Participate in audits, inspections, verifications, and surveillances
Serve as a subject matter expert for radiological effluent stack monitoring while interacting with various organizations throughout ORNL
Develop technical basis documents, technical evaluations, operational procedures, and other reports
Develop equipment life-cycle schedule/plan
Support development and perform calculations to support growing/evolving needs for existing and new radiological stack monitoring systems as required
Serve on the ORNL Emergency Operations Center support Team
Participate in incident/accident investigations of potential radiological releases
Support other activities in the NMAS Organization as needed
Guide and mentor junior staff
Deliver ORNL’s mission by aligning behaviors, priorities, and interactions with our core values of Impact, Integrity, Teamwork, Safety, and Service. Promote equal opportunity by fostering a respectful workplace – in how we treat one another, work together, and measure success
Qualification
Required
BS degree in health physics, nuclear engineering, physics, chemistry, or a related technical field
5 or more years of professional experience in health physics, nuclear engineering, nondestructive assay, or operational radiation protection
Demonstrated experience with nuclear measurements and gamma spectroscopy applications
This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain an HSPD-12 PIV badge
For employment at Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL), a Real ID compliant form of identification will be required
Additionally, ORNL is subject to Department of Energy (DOE) access restrictions. All employees must also be able to obtain and maintain a federal Personal Identity Verification (PIV) card as mandated by Homeland Security Presidential Directive 12 (HSPD-12) and Department of Energy (DOE) Order 473.1A, which requires a favorable post-employment background investigation
To obtain this credential, new employees must successfully complete and pass a Federal Tier 1 background check investigation. This investigation includes a declaration of illegal drug activities, including use, supply, possession, or manufacture within the last year. This includes marijuana and cannabis derivatives, which are still considered illegal under federal law, regardless of state laws
Preferred
Advanced degree in a technical science discipline or engineering with a concentration in health physics with 4 or more years of experience
Advanced computing skills, including data reduction, analysis, and presentation
Experience with spectroscopic radiological effluent monitors and other advanced radiological instrumentation
Knowledge of Mirion's Genie, In-situ Object Counting System (ISOCS), and Horizon software applications
Working knowledge of radiation detection instrumentation and principles of airborne radioactivity monitoring
Excellent organization, communication, writing, and interpersonal skills, with a demonstrated ability to interface with technical staff, auditors, regulators, and customers from varied disciplines and backgrounds
Motivated self-starter with the ability to work independently and to participate creatively in collaborative teams across the laboratory
Benefits
Prescription Drug Plan
Dental Plan
Vision Plan
401(k) Retirement Plan
Contributory Pension Plan
Life Insurance
Disability Benefits
Generous Vacation and Holidays
Parental Leave
Legal Insurance with Identity Theft Protection
Employee Assistance Plan
Flexible Spending Accounts
Health Savings Accounts
Wellness Programs
Educational Assistance
Relocation Assistance
Employee Discounts
Company
Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Oak Ridge National Laboratory holds a range of R&D assignments, from fundamental nuclear physics to applied R&D on advanced energy systems.
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$9.8MKey Investors
US Department of Energy
2023-09-21Grant· $4.8M
2023-07-27Grant
2022-03-14Grant· $5M
Leadership Team
Arjun Shankar
Division Director, National Center for Computational Sciences, Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Brett Ellis
Division Director - Research Computing Support
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