Nuclear Criticality Safety Engineer Job at Navarro Inc (Oak Ridge)

Senior/Principal R&D Systems Engineer - Nuclear Safety Assessment Engineer

We are seeking a dedicated R&D Systems Engineer with nuclear weapons experience ...

Location

United States , Albuquerque

Salary:

117500.00 - 235700.00 USD / Year

Sandia National Laboratories

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

A Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline and five (5) years of directly relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of directly relevant education and engineering or scientific experience that demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and ability to perform independent research and development
Active DOE Q clearance or equivalent as well as ability to obtain higher clearances which may require a polygraph test.

Job Responsibility

Independently review detailed technical documents and identify nuclear safety-relevant issues
Engage with weapon system, component design, assurance, and other surety organizations to gather information and align requirements
Maintain awareness of design, development, production, maintenance, and dismantlement activities that affect weapon-system safety
Assess tests, materials, and components for adequacy against requirements
Evaluate procedures, product specifications, and standards for compliance
Lead independent safety assessments of nuclear weapon systems and components, analyzing responses under thermal, shock, vibration, and EMI/EMC environments
Define problem scope and requirements, develop technical approaches, and apply quantitative and qualitative methods (e.g., fault-tree, FMEA, margin quantification)
Design experiments or simulations to evaluate safety-critical subsystems, collaborating with system and test engineers to verify requirements
Develop analytical frameworks and digital models to support risk-informed decisions
Mentor junior engineers in safety-analysis techniques and review their deliverables for technical accuracy

What we offer

Challenging work with amazing impact that contributes to security, peace, and freedom worldwide
Extraordinary co-workers
Some of the best tools, equipment, and research facilities in the world
Career advancement and enrichment opportunities
Flexible work arrangements for many positions include 9/80 (work 80 hours every two weeks, with every other Friday off) and 4/10 (work 4 ten-hour days each week) compressed workweeks, part-time work, and telecommuting (a mix of onsite work and working from home)
Generous vacation
strong medical and other benefits
competitive 401k
learning opportunities
relocation assistance

Fulltime

Criticality Safety Engineer

Amentum is seeking a Nuclear Criticality Safety Engineer based in our Oakridge, ...

Location

United States , Oak Ridge

Salary:

Not provided

Amentum

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in nuclear, engineering, math, or science with minimum of 1-2 years of Nuclear Criticality Safety (NCS) experience is required (Nuclear Engineering degree preferred) or 7 years of equivalent technical experience in place of a B.S.
Experience in Approach to Critical (e.g., NCSP Hands-On Criticality Safety Course) preferred
DOE-specific experience is highly preferred
Candidate must be a US citizen
Candidate must have the ability to obtain and maintain a DOE "Q" security clearance
Demonstrated keen attention to detail

Job Responsibility

Provide technical guidance to operating organizations
Collaborate with operating organization personnel on NCS evaluations as the lead NCS Analyst
Perform independent reviews of NCS evaluations
Conduct periodic reviews of fissionable material operations
Lead and/or participating in NCS response to programmatic issues and criticality process deviations/infractions
Participate in NCS emergency response preparation (emergency procedures, plans, exercises, and drills)
Independently prepare, review, and/or present technical reports to the criticality safety community (e.g. American Nuclear Society, etc.)
Conduct NCS training for all levels of employees involved in fissionable material operations
Assist in the development and/or review of new or proposed changes to existing NCS programmatic policy and implementing documents
Lead and/or participate in assessments and audits of the NCS Program

What we offer

Health, dental, and vision insurance
Paid time off and holidays
Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)
Educational reimbursement
Parental leave
Employee stock purchase plan
Tax-saving options
Disability and life insurance
Pet insurance

Fulltime

Criticality Safety Engineer

Amentum is seeking a Nuclear Criticality Safety Engineer based out of our Aiken,...

Location

United States , Aiken

Salary:

Not provided

Amentum

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in nuclear, engineering, math, or science with minimum of 4-5 years of Nuclear Criticality Safety (NCS) experience is required (Nuclear Engineering degree preferred) or 5 years of equivalent technical experience in place of a B.S.
Involvement in industry committees preferred (e.g., ANS)
Min of 3 years of DOE-specific experience is highly preferred
Candidate must be a US citizen
Candidate must have the ability to obtain and maintain a DOE “Q” security clearance
Demonstrated keen attention to detail

Job Responsibility

Provide technical guidance to operating organizations
Collaborate with operating organization personnel on NCS evaluations as the lead NCS Analyst
Perform independent reviews of NCS evaluations
Conduct periodic reviews of fissionable material operations
Lead and/or participating in NCS response to programmatic issues and criticality process deviations/infractions
Participate in NCS emergency response preparation (emergency procedures, plans, exercises, and drills)
Independently prepare, review, and/or present technical reports to the criticality safety community (e.g. American Nuclear Society, etc.)
Conduct NCS training for all levels of employees involved in fissionable material operations
Assist in the development and/or review of new or proposed changes to existing NCS programmatic policy and implementing documents
Lead and/or participate in assessments and audits of the NCS Program

Fulltime

R&d electrical engineer - nuclear safety assessment

We are seeking an R&D Electrical Engineer with nuclear weapons experience to ass...

Location

United States , Albuquerque

Salary:

114000.00 - 227500.00 USD / Year

Sandia National Laboratories

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline, or an equivalent combination of directly relevant education and engineering or scientific experience that demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and ability to perform independent research and development
Ability to obtain and maintain a DOE Q clearance
Graduate degree in Electrical Engineering or a highly related field where an independent research project was a graduation requirement
Ability to work independently and collaborate well in a multidisciplinary team of designers and test engineers
Outstanding verbal and written skills, including the ability to develop and present briefings
Experience working on engineering design, qualification, production, or related modeling/simulation projects
Expertise in electrical circuit design and analysis: Proficiency in power electronics, micro-electronics, integrated circuits, and analog and digital circuit design applied to safety-critical systems, including RF, optical, or radar sensors
Proficiency in safety-analysis methods: Strong understanding of fault-tree analysis, failure-modes-and-effects analysis, and margin quantification, with a background in reliability engineering or advanced margin-quantification frameworks
Experience with systems engineering: Demonstrated experience in systems engineering for nuclear or high-consequence weapons systems, including familiarity with the SNL nuclear weapon product realization process and nuclear weapon safety standards and related DOE orders
System-of-systems thinking: Experience applying system-of-systems thinking to electrical integration, ensuring end-to-end functionality

Job Responsibility

Independently review detailed technical documents and identify salient issues related to electrical design and testing in the context of nuclear safety
Engage with weapon system, component design, assurance, and other surety organizations, with a focus on electrical components and systems
Maintain awareness of issues related to design, development, production, maintenance, and dismantlement of weapon systems, particularly in the electrical domain
Assess tests, materials, and components for adequacy against requirements, emphasizing electrical testing and analysis
Evaluate procedures, product specifications, and standards for compliance with nuclear safety requirements
Lead independent safety assessments of nuclear weapon systems and components, analyzing responses under thermal, shock, vibration, and EMI/EMC environments, utilizing your expertise in electrical circuit design and analysis
Define problem scope and requirements, develop technical approaches, and apply quantitative and qualitative methods (e.g., fault-tree analysis, failure-modes-and-effects analysis, margin quantification)
Design experiments or simulations to evaluate safety-critical subsystems, collaborating with system and test engineers to verify requirements, particularly in electrical testing
Develop analytical frameworks and digital models to support risk-informed decisions leveraging your experience in system-of-systems thinking for electrical integration
Mentor junior engineers in safety-analysis techniques and review their deliverables for technical accuracy

What we offer

Challenging work with amazing impact that contributes to security, peace, and freedom worldwide
Extraordinary co-workers
Some of the best tools, equipment, and research facilities in the world
Career advancement and enrichment opportunities
Flexible work arrangements for many positions include 9/80 (work 80 hours every two weeks, with every other Friday off) and 4/10 (work 4 ten-hour days each week) compressed workweeks, part-time work, and telecommuting (a mix of onsite work and working from home)
Generous vacation, strong medical and other benefits, competitive 401k, learning opportunities, relocation assistance and amenities aimed at creating a solid work/life balance

Fulltime

Cleared Senior/Principal Systems Engineer - Nuclear Safety Assessment

We are seeking a dedicated R&D Systems Engineer with nuclear weapons experience ...

Location

United States , Albuquerque

Salary:

114000.00 - 227500.00 USD / Year

Sandia National Laboratories

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline and five (5) years of directly relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of directly relevant education and engineering or scientific experience that demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and ability to perform independent research and development
An active DOE Q clearance, or equivalent is required to start
High proficiency in foundational science and engineering principles, including safety-analysis methods such as fault-tree analysis, failure modes and effects analysis (FMEA), and margin quantification
Experience with systems engineering for nuclear or high-consequence weapons systems, including applying system-of-systems thinking to ensure end-to-end functionality
Proven ability to lead complex technical projects on schedule, mentor team members, and deliver high-quality products, with demonstrated leadership experience as a project manager, technical lead, principal investigator, or similar role
Understanding of nuclear surety and reliability requirements, including familiarity with nuclear weapon safety standards, related DOE orders, and the SNL nuclear weapon product realization process
Background in reliability engineering or advanced margin-quantification frameworks
Excellent technical writing and executive presentation skills
Proven ability to work on challenging engineering problems in a fast-paced, collaborative team environment requiring extensive cross-organizational teamwork

Job Responsibility

Independently review detailed technical documents and identify salient issues related to nuclear safety
Engage with weapon system, component design, assurance, and other surety organizations
Maintain awareness of issues related to design, development, production, maintenance, and dismantlement of weapon systems
Assess tests, materials, and components for adequacy against requirements
Evaluate procedures, product specifications, and standards for compliance
Lead independent safety assessments of nuclear weapon systems and components, analyzing responses under thermal, shock, vibration, and EMI/EMC environments
Define problem scope and requirements, develop technical approaches, and apply quantitative and qualitative methods (e.g., fault-tree, FMEA, margin quantification)
Design experiments or simulations to evaluate safety-critical subsystems, collaborating with system and test engineers to verify requirements
Develop analytical frameworks and digital models to support risk-informed decisions
Mentor junior engineers in safety-analysis techniques and review their deliverables for technical accuracy

What we offer

Challenging work with amazing impact that contributes to security, peace, and freedom worldwide
Extraordinary co-workers
Some of the best tools, equipment, and research facilities in the world
Career advancement and enrichment opportunities
Flexible work arrangements for many positions include 9/80 (work 80 hours every two weeks, with every other Friday off) and 4/10 (work 4 ten-hour days each week) compressed workweeks, part-time work, and telecommuting (a mix of onsite work and working from home)
Generous vacation, strong medical and other benefits, competitive 401k, learning opportunities, relocation assistance and amenities aimed at creating a solid work/life balance

Fulltime

Senior/Principal R&D Mechanical Engineer - Nuclear Safety Assurance

Join our dynamic team as an R&D Mechanical Engineer, where your expertise will p...

Location

United States , Albuquerque

Salary:

114000.00 - 227500.00 USD / Year

Sandia National Laboratories

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

A bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline and five (5) years of directly relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of directly relevant education and engineering or scientific experience that demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and ability to perform independent research and development
Ability to obtain and maintain a DOE Q clearance

Job Responsibility

Use engineering analysis tools to evaluate safety margins and support the development and qualification of components or systems to assure nuclear safety
Analyze the capability of components and systems to meet nuclear safety requirements, particularly their ability to withstand stress from conditions such as temperature, load, motion, shock, vibration, pressure, and humidity
Engage with engineering drawings and CAD tools to support design and analysis efforts CREO/SolidWorks and PDMLink to design, model, and lead the product
Develop expertise in the design and functionality of safety-critical components and systems, including mechanisms such as strong links, LACs, and firing subsystems, to fully evaluate component performance across normal and abnormal environments
Utilize your expertise to identify safety-critical features and ensure that designs meet assured safety standards
Write nuclear safety specifications and prepare documentation for requirements outlined in various Realized Product Procedures (RPPs), which are essential for the weapon realization life cycle
Partner with subject matter experts to create the technical basis from analyses and test data that demonstrates safety-critical components are safe for their intended environments
Work closely with the nuclear safety system lead, design and production teams, and other key partners across the Nuclear Security Enterprise (e.g., Kansas City NSC, Pantex) to develop solutions for a wide range of technical challenges
Help develop nuclear safety fault trees for components and systems, applying research to the design, development, analysis, and testing of mechanical, electromechanical, and piezoelectric systems

What we offer

Flexible work arrangements for many positions include 9/80 (work 80 hours every two weeks, with every other Friday off) and 4/10 (work 4 ten-hour days each week) compressed workweeks, part-time work, and telecommuting (a mix of onsite work and working from home)
Generous vacation, strong medical and other benefits, competitive 401k, learning opportunities, relocation assistance and amenities aimed at creating a solid work/life balance

Fulltime

Fire Safety Engineer

Location

United Kingdom , Bridgwater

Salary:

555.00 - 750.00 GBP / Day

Rullion

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Demonstrable knowledge and experience of fire safety within the context of complex multi-interface construction sites
Good understanding of UK and International best practice, applicable codes and standards relating to fire safety engineering including the ALARP principle
Knowledge of Fire Safety Design standards such as BS 5839 (Fire detection and fire alarm systems for buildings), BS 5266 (Code of practice for the emergency lighting of premises) & BS 9999 (Code of practice for fire safety in the design, management and use of buildings)
Working knowledge of construction fire safety management, relevant legislation and regulation
A good level of knowledge of General Fire Safety arrangements for construction sites and complex sites, along with fire safety equipment, systems and Fire Safety Roles
A good working knowledge/understanding of process fire risk in relation to construction and commissioning-based activities
A working knowledge of fire safety implications in relation to DSEAR
Good organisational skills with practical and methodical project planning and ability to manage several concurrent work fronts
Self-motivated and able to manage their own work priorities and actions
Effective negotiating and influencing skills with the ability to develop and maintain constructive relationships with professional and managerial disciplines

Job Responsibility

Determine and document the fire safety strategy, develop supporting project standards and guidance, drive improvements in safety culture, management systems, performance and to coordinate and cooperate with the NNB Fire Safety Team
Problem solving and establishing innovative solutions to fire safety challenges faced during construction and commissioning, recommending temporary fire safety solutions to include temporary compartmentation, smoke control, fire barriers, fire water supply, fire alarm and detection systems and developing industry best practice
Lead in the critical review of fire incidents and fire alarm activations and assist in determining an appropriate level of investigation, to include carrying out physical fire scene investigations
Provide advice and guidance on fire safety protection and prevention matters to assist the Principal Contractor (NNB GenCo) with regulatory compliance, including liaison with the Regulator and Local Fire Authority
Promote the development of a positive fire safety culture amongst a wide array of Contractors and stakeholders, support the development and implementation of fire safety systems and policies
Write and publish fire safety protection and prevention related guidance for the Construction Project
Review the implementation of temporary construction fire safety solutions and standards
Provide Fire Safety advice to Area Construction Leads, Project Managers and the NNB Fire Safety Team, to develop building fire engineering strategies
Review Contractor proposals and advise NNB on the basis of an 'Informed Client'
Act as an advisor to construction, health and safety groups on matters relating to construction fire safety engineering strategy, design and implementation

What we offer

Be Part of History: Work on the UK's first new nuclear power station in a generation
Scale & Impact: Over 22,000 workers contributing to a £36 billion project that supports 70,000+ UK jobs
Net Zero Future: Contribute to a project essential to Britain's low-carbon energy transformation
Career Development: Work in a multi-disciplinary environment with exposure to high-level planning and world-class logistics operations

Fulltime

Safety Engineer

We are looking for a Safety Engineer to join the Safety & Environmental Protecti...

Location

England , Dorchester

Salary:

Not provided

Morson Talent

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

A degree in an engineering-related discipline or equivalent experience
Experience working in a safety-critical or regulated engineering environment (defence, maritime, aerospace, nuclear, rail etc.)
Understanding of systems safety engineering principles across the product lifecycle
Experience supporting safety case development, hazard analysis, or risk assessment activities
Awareness of relevant standards (e.g. Def Stan, ASEMS, POSMS)
Strong communication skills and the ability to work with technical stakeholders
A proactive and analytical approach with the ability to manage multiple priorities

Job Responsibility

Supporting the delivery of product safety and environmental protection activities
Producing and maintaining safety artefacts including hazard logs and safety case reports
Supporting hazard identification, risk assessment, and mitigation activities
Assisting with the implementation and maintenance of safety engineering processes and policies
Ensuring compliance with applicable defence standards, legislation, and best practice
Supporting the development and maintenance of the Safety & Environmental Management System (SEMS)
Working with system experts to identify and manage safety and environmental risks
Contributing to bids by supporting safety-related estimates and inputs
Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure safety is considered throughout the product lifecycle

What we offer

Competitive salary
Career development and training opportunities
Pension with up to 1.5x employer contributions
25 days annual leave (increasing to 28 after 5 years and 30 after 10 years)
Dental cover & Employee Assistance Programme
Flexible, hybrid, and condensed working options

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