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Rad Waste Engineer

San Clemente, CA 92672

Posted: 10/22/2024 Job Number: 1607

Job Description

Job Description/Tasks/Responsibilities
  • Performs a variety of engineering calculations using classical techniques or computercode methods to document compliance with project and regulatory  requirements, which may include; radionuclide distribution analyses, interpretation of laboratroy sample analyses and assisiting in developing sample plans .
  • Provides technical expertise and guidance to develop, manage and implement engineering analysis, activities and programs to identify project packaging plans for waste disposal activities.
  • Familiar with regulatory guidance and standards appropriate to waste characterization, packaging, disposal and transportation.
  • Ensures relevant design criteria, specifications, practices, procedures, codes, site design and safety and licensing basis are used in preparation of design media.
  • Interfaces with staff, within the team, to ensure work is being completed in a safe and efficient manner, ensuring that safety is an integral element embodied in equipment design and specification, waste preparation and demolition demolition ativites.
  • Works in multi-discipline teams on project-based work and ensures integration of waste generation, packaging plans, trasnportsation requirements and disposal site requirements across multiple disciplines and work groups.
  • Works on a timeline to ensure the accuracy, completeness and timeliness of work and initiates corrective measures to overcome delays.
  • Understands, complies and is responsible for working to project waste packaging and disposal and procedures, and attends meetings as required. Provides supervision and leadership to members of the project implementation teams.
  • Recommends new concepts and techniques to improve performance,  reduce cost, or to comply with changes in project requirements or regulatory requirements.
  • Participates in the preparation of cost estimates for engineering services to internal and external clients and coordinates work assignments to meet project-established schedules and budgets.
  • Relies on extensive experience and judgment.
  • Leads and directs the work of others if needed.
  • Significant creativity and latitude is required.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.
  • Interface with supporting vendors to complete unique and /or complex sampling, analyses, packaging and transportation planning and activities.

Job Requirements/Skills
  • Training and experience in completing characterization activities.
  • Familiarity with the 1983, 1995 and the 2015 Nuclear Regulatory Commission technical position papers for Waste Sampling and Characterization and Concentration Averaging and Encpsulation.
  • Familiarity with NRC 10 CFR 20, 10 CFR 37, 10 CFR 61 and 10 CFR 71.
  • Familiarity with NUREG 1608, NUREG 0204 and NUREG 2155
  • Familiarity with 49 CFR 100 – 185 as it relates to radioactive and hazardous material packaging and transportation.
  • Familiarity with 40 CFR 260 – 265 as it relates to mixed radioactive / hazardous waste
  • Strong communication skills – able to interact with all other project organizations or outside regulatory agencies.
  • Advanced knowledge of Nuclear Engineering Analysis software and Microsoft office
  • Detailed knowledge in functional discipline and its practical application
  • Detailed knowledge of industry codes and regulations
  • Detailed knowledge of management of complex engineering projects

Physical/Mental Requirements and Working Conditions
  • Ability to carry up to 10 pounds; handle and reach below shoulder
  • Ability to use hands to accomplish tasks as assigned
  • Ability to sit, stand, walk, climb and bend/stoop
  • Ability to effectively communicate; pass audiogram in hearing conservation program as required by location
  • Ability to see close and distance; basic colors/shades
  • Ability to work inside an office, outside and in extreme temperatures
  • Ability to work with moving objects/hazardous machines and on slippery/uneven walking surfaces
  • Ability to work alone, work with others, and interact with the public
  • Ability to perform under deadline pressure
  • Ability to wear protective clothing, including respiratory protection.
 
Minimum Education, Experience and Certification Requirements
Education
  • Bachelor's degree required in nuclear, chemical, mechanical or electrical engineering or a related science (e.g., physics) or an equivalent combination of education, experience and training
  • A bachelor’s degree in nuclear engineering preferred
Certifications
  • None required
Required Experience
  • None required 
Preferred Experience
  • A minimum of 2 years of experience providing nuclear safety support at a commercial or DOE nuclear facility
  • Experience in nuclear / radioactive waste management (the Navy, nuclear power plants or DOE projects)

EnergySolutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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