Y-12 National Security Complex · 1 day ago
Senior Nuclear Safety Engineer
Oak Ridge, TN
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
4+ years expY-12 National Security Complex is a key player in national security, and they are seeking a Senior Nuclear Safety Engineer to fulfill a regulatory function in a dynamic environment. This role involves obtaining federal authorization for nuclear operations and evaluating potential accidents to ensure the safety of workers and the public.
ManufacturingProfessional ServicesSecurity
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Lead hazard evaluation studies and accident analyses
Identify safety controls that ensure adequate protection of workers and the public
Perform Unreviewed Safety Question Determinations to determine if federal approval is needed before making changes to operating procedures or facility equipment
Evaluate operational events and new technical information to identify potential nuclear safety issues
Maintain safety basis documentation for nuclear operations via development of document change notices and annual updates
Support projects to design, install, and start up new capabilities and technologies
Develop major modification determinations to identify requirements when making substantial changes to nuclear operations or nuclear facilities
Review work products produced by colleagues including draft safety basis documents and Unreviewed Safety Question Determinations
Brief federal counterparts on the safety posture of nuclear operations at Y-12 to include both the scope of hazards analyzed and the safety controls identified
Mentor less experienced members of the Nuclear Safety team
Qualification
Required
Bachelor of Science in Engineering/Physical Science [Chemistry, Physics, or related] from an Engineering Accreditation Commission (EAC) Accreditation Board of Engineering and Technology (ABET) accredited program in the United States or designated equivalents from Canada or Mexico, the Washington Accord, or the list of substantially equivalent as documented by ABET AND 4 years of relevant experience
OR MS in Engineering /Physical science and 2 years of relevant experience
OR PhD in Engineering /Physical science
The position requires a U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Top Secret Q security clearance; however, all qualified candidates will be considered regardless of their current clearance status
The ability to obtain and maintain a DOE Q security clearance is required
The position requires U.S. citizenship
The position may require entry into material access areas and participation in the Human Reliability Program (HRP)
If HRP participation is determined to be mandatory, a candidate may be required to complete a counterintelligence-scope polygraph examination, pursuant to 10 CFR 709, Counterintelligence Evaluation Program
Medical testing and screening requirements may also apply
In addition, the applicant must meet the requirements of DOE O 426.2A (i.e., Baccalaureate in engineering or related scientific major 2 years job-related, and 1-year nuclear experience; or a DOE O 426.2A alternative)
DOE 426.2A experience requirements can be satisfied following employment
In the interim, newly hired personnel will not be assigned duties that could impact the safety basis of nuclear facilities
Preferred
Preferred candidates must demonstrate an ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
Preferred candidates have demonstrated the ability to solve highly diverse and complex problems and possess a proven record of leadership
Preferred candidates typically have six years or more experience in developing, implementing, and maintaining safety basis documentation in accordance with 10 CFR 830, Nuclear Safety Management, and applicable DOE directives and standards
Benefits
Medical plan
Prescription drug plan
Vision plan
Dental plan
Employer matched 401(k) savings plan
Disability coverage
Education reimbursement
Company
Y-12 National Security Complex
Y-12 National Security Complex is a premier manufacturing facility.
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Jill A. Armstrong, CFCM
Program Coordinator, Strategic Partnership Projects
Mandy Parks, SHRM-SCP
Human Resources Business Partner
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