[Hiring] Senior Nuclear Criticality Safety Engineer @Edgewater Technical Associates

Role Description

Edgewater Technical Associates is seeking qualified candidates for a Senior NCS Engineer opportunity in Paducah, KY for the Paducah Gaseous Diffusion Plant (PGDP) Deactivation and Remediation (D&R) project. Location: Remote with occasional site visits.

Under general supervision, performs NCS Engineering job functions as assigned by management. Typical job responsibilities assist and support management in NCS program implementation and engineering system design; which may include duties or activities in one or more of the following functional areas, in addition to other duties as assigned:

• Prepares NCS Evaluations (NCSEs), NCS Determinations (NCSDs), NCS Reports (NCSRs), calculations, procedures, policies, and RCSEs when qualified
• Has performed NCSDs for Criticality Incredible, prefer work history to include burial in Onsite Waste Disposal Facility (OSWDF)
• Development of Criticality Incredibility documents will be the main scope of work – experience with preparation of CI documents is highly desired
• Performs peer review of NCS documents
• Use of SCALE 6.1.3 will be required for development of some NCS documents – experience with SCALE is highly desired (provide your own copy of SCALE)
• Performs walkdowns of facilities for compliance purposes or determining project impacts
• Gaseous diffusion technology experience is desired
• Performs project engineering functions involving monitoring of progress and preparation of procedures, interaction with team members to determine NCS requirements/compliance
• Identifies and evaluates project issues and problems
• Conducts feasibility studies and evaluates potential technologies
• Performs research to analyze and validate design or theory concepts
• Responsible for technical ownership of assigned NCS projects
• Subject matter expert for assigned NCS projects
• Assists in training preparation and facilitation
• Evaluates operations and proposed modifications to determine compliance with engineering disciplines and standards, federal, state or local statutes and regulations as well as project/company policy
• Lead role for projects as assigned
• Partners with senior NCS Engineers in completing assigned engineering task and job functions
• Ensures compliance with DOE regulations and standards
• Interfaces with other technical and production organizations to compile technical information required for document preparation
• Serves as a resource for lower level positions
• Provides assigned technical or functional support to team members
• Performs a variety of tasks complex in nature
• Supports NCS operability or engineering evaluations when necessary
• Prepares disposition of problem reports
• Other job related duties as assigned
• Maintains knowledge of and demonstrates ability to perform work safely in accordance with all approved safety policies, procedures and applicable regulations and performs assigned duties in a safe manner
• Actively participates in Safety Work Groups

Qualifications

• BS degree in a related field and 7 years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience is required. Typical experience ranges from 7 - 10 years, with a minimum of 3 years direct NCS Engineer experience.
• Expert understanding of pertinent codes, governing regulations and industry practices
• Expert knowledge of applicable codes and standards, as well as project procedures
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Understanding of multiple engineering disciplines
• Must possess a DOE “L” clearance or the ability to obtain a DOE “L” Clearance

Requirements

• Work in an environmental restoration atmosphere (outdated and/or abandoned facilities). Potential exposure to equipment movement hazards, dangerous chemicals/solvents or hazardous and radioactive materials if proper safety procedures are not followed.
• Ability to wear respirator and other protective equipment to enter various types of potentially hazardous areas (such as but not limited to chemical, dust fumes, mists, heat stress factors, etc.).
• Ability to perform medium work, non-repetitive, up to 50 pounds of force frequently (any exertion of force/lifting greater than 45 pounds requires usage of a two person “buddy system”), and/or more than 20 pounds of force constantly, repetitive; performing such activities as lifting, lowering, carrying, pushing, pulling, standing, walking, grasping, kneeling, stooping, reaching.
• Potential for prolonged driving of or riding in a motor vehicle, machine operation, and/or working around moving equipment/machinery or motorized vehicles (such as but not limited to car, truck, golf cart, gator, heavy equipment).
• Ability to work in industrial area with heat stress conditions, high noise and areas with radiation and chemical hazards.
• Environmental conditions may include weather or temperature extremes, inclement weather (such as but not limited to wind, rain, excessive heat, excessive cold, snow/ice, etc.)
• In some cases radiological training may be required.
• May be required to operate company vehicle during the course of work. All safety and DOT regulations and procedures must be adhered to at all times.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salaries and employee benefit packages structured to best suit your needs.
• Multiple individual and family benefit options including paid time off, medical, dental, life, vision, and disability insurance.
• A pre- and post-tax 401 (k) retirement account with Company matching contributions and 100% vesting for eligible participants beginning DAY 1.

Company Description

Edgewater Technical Associates, LLC (Edgewater) is a New Mexico-based small business headquartered in Los Alamos, NM, with five (5) regional offices across the United States to locally support our growing presence at project sites. Edgewater has a proven track record and is a trusted provider of fixed-price construction projects, engineering, and technical services for the Department of Energy (DOE), Department of Defense (DOD), National Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC), Canadian Commercial Nuclear Industry, and private sector commercial contractors involved in nuclear, high-hazard, or complex operations. Edgewater’s experience and guidance ensure that our customers perform hazardous operations, comply with regulatory requirements, and maintain the highest quality and safety standards.

Edgewater is committed to recruiting and maintaining a staff of highly skilled professionals to support our customers.