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Principal Nuclear Safety Engineer

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Job Description


The Principal Nuclear Safety Engineer shall support the Nuclear & Criticality Safety Engineering organization in the development and implementation of nuclear safety documentation for various facilities.

Provide technical assistance in developing nuclear safety documents and analyses, technical safety requirements, and related technical support documentation.

Ensure that the developed nuclear safety documentation complies with requirements and as necessary, applicable controls are implemented in field procedures



Job Requirements


Must be able to interface with government program representatives on high-level technical and project issues.

Ability to successfully make quick decisions and meet goals while working under severe time constraints

Demonstrated ability to be creative with a keen attention to detail

Possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Possess planning, organizational, and analytical skills

Possess the technical knowledge to work with multiple functional areas and offices in order to provide comprehensive recommendations

Ability to multi-task between changing requirements and priorities

Requires a motivated self-starter who pays attention to details to support assignments while functioning in a time-sensitive, fluid environment

Position may on occasion require unscheduled or extended work hours during this specific task

Education and Experience Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Math or Science

Must have education in quantity surveying/estimating, architectural technology or engineering technology.

10-15 years of experience in the nuclear safety industry supporting the Department of Energy (DOE) or the commercial nuclear industry.

Previous experience with implementation of 10 CFR 830, DOE O 413.3A, DOE O 420.1C and related standards and guides.

Familiar with Nuclear and Criticality Safety Programs.

Proven ability to solve complex problems in the field.

Work history demonstrating personal accountability for project schedules, deadlines, budgets, and the safe performance of work.

Preferred Experience


A DOE security clearance is not initially required; however, the candidate must have the ability to obtain and maintain a DOE “L” or “Q” security clearance if needed to perform assigned duties.

Previous SRS nuclear safety engineering experience is preferred


 
Due to current law, and in conjunction with the advertised position’s scope of work, candidates that are Non-US citizens are required to be submitted for further approval to the NNSA before being considered for hiring purposes. In addition, any candidates with dual citizenship in the US and another country must undergo further review for approval by the NNSA. Proof of citizenship will be requested upon receipt of application/resume.

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