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Experienced Engineer of Radiological Work

Naval Nuclear Laboratory
  • Niskayuna, NY
  • $106,200–$166,000 Per Year
1 day ago
Naval Nuclear Laboratory

Job Description

Working at the Naval Nuclear Laboratory we foster pride in belonging to an organization whose culture is made up of these core values: Trust, Empowerment, and Collaboration. Our company promotes a positive culture while ensuring the safety and reliability of our nation's naval nuclear reactors, and training the Sailors who operate those reactors in the U.S. Navy's submarines and aircraft carrier Fleets. Looking for a lifetime career? Apply today!

Job Description

The Naval Nuclear Laboratory's Knolls site is seeking an experienced Engineer of Radiological Work to join our team. In this position, you will directly shape the safe, effective execution of work involving radioactive and nuclear materials, supporting mission?critical research, testing, and facility operations.

 

As an Engineer of Radiological Work, you will lead the development of technical work documents and engineer controls that integrate radiological, environmental, safety, and industrial hygiene considerations. You will collaborate closely with researchers, operations personnel, and facility engineers to ensure work is executed safely, efficiently, and in compliance with established requirements.

 

What You'll Do:
 • Develop engineered work controls and technical procedures that enable safe and compliant radiological work.
 • Support hands?on research, testing, and operations in radiological laboratory environments.
 • Partner with multidisciplinary teams to solve complex technical challenges.
 • Provide engineering insights for facility operations, maintenance, and equipment upgrades.
 • Play a key role in ensuring worker protection, environmental stewardship, and operational excellence.

Required Combination of Knowledge and Skill

Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university in a related technical, engineering or science field and a minimum of 9 years of relevant experience; or Masters degree from an accredited college or university in a related technical, engineering or science field and a minimum of 7 years of relevant experience; or Doctorate degree from an accredited college or university in a related technical, engineering, science field and a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience; or Currently a Principal Reactor Training Engineer, Refueling Engineer, or Field (RPCO) Engineer at the Company.

Preferred Skills

  • Previous Engineer of Radiological Work or Radiation Safety Engineering
  • Degree in Mechanical, Chemical or Nuclear Engineering.
  • Experience in writing technical reports
  • Radiation protection background
  • Ability to work effectively within a team environment.

Compensation and Benefits

  • Health, Dental, Vision & Voluntary Benefits
  • Disability, Life & Accident Insurance
  • 401(k) Savings program & Capital Accumulation Plan
  • Personal & Medical Time Off
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Flexible Work Schedules
  • Tuition Assistance for Eligible Employees
  • Student Debt Benefit Personal Time Off Sell Program
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Wellness Program
  • Visit us online to view all NNL benefits!

Pay Range

$106,200.00 - $166,000.00 annually
Salary information provided is a general guideline only. Annual salary is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

The Naval Nuclear Laboratory is operated for the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) by Fluor Marine Propulsion, LLC (FMP), a wholly owned subsidiary of Fluor Corporation. Naval Nuclear Laboratory personnel are FMP employees who work at four DOE facilities: Bettis Atomic Power Laboratory, Knolls Atomic Power Laboratory, Kenneth A. Kesselring Site, and Naval Reactors Facility, and at the U.S. Department of Defense-owned Nuclear Power Training Unit-Charleston. FMP employees also have an established presence at numerous shipyards, satellite, and vendor locations.

 

For more than 75 years, the Naval Nuclear Laboratory has developed advanced nuclear propulsion technology, provided technical support, and trained world-class nuclear operators to ensure the safe and reliable operation of our nation's submarine and aircraft carrier fleets. The Naval Nuclear Laboratory is a national asset solely dedicated to the Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program. We rely on the dedication and innovation of our nearly 8000 engineers, scientists, technicians, and support personnel.

 

All candidates must be U.S. citizens. Applicants selected will be subject to a Federal background investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified matter. FMP is a government contractor and maintains a drug free workplace and workforce. All candidates must be able to pass a drug test in compliance with FMP company policy and 10 CFR 707. Marijuana is a Federal Schedule I controlled substance and illegal under Federal Law. Therefore, FMP is required to test for marijuana.

 

Fluor Marine Propulsion, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vets. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, sex, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other criteria protected by federal, state, or local law.

 

Numbers & Facts

LocationNiskayuna, NY
IndustryGovernment and Military
Salary$106,200–$166,000 Per Year
Company Size5,000 to 9,999 employees
Year Founded1946
Websitehttps://navalnuclearlab.energy.gov/

About Company

The Naval Nuclear Lab consists of personnel at the Bettis and Knolls Atomic Power Laboratories, Kenneth A. Kesselring Site, Naval Reactors, and NTPU Charleston Facility and has been supporting the Nation since 1946.

With nearly 8,000 employees in Pennsylvania, New York, South Carolina, and Idaho, and a presence at many shipyards & vendor locations globally, we develop advanced technology for the United States Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program. Ensuring the safety and reliability of naval nuclear reactors, we also train Sailors who operate reactors in submarines and aircraft carrier fleets.

Skills

  • Chemical Engineeringunmatched
  • Code of Federal Regulationsunmatched
  • Corporate Complianceunmatched
  • Corporate Policiesunmatched
  • Cross-Functionalunmatched
  • Employee Assistance Planunmatched
  • Facilities Engineeringunmatched
  • Facilities and Maintenanceunmatched
  • Federal Laws and Regulationsunmatched
  • Industrial Hygieneunmatched
  • Laboratory Operationsunmatched
  • Nuclear Engineeringunmatched
  • Nuclear Reactorunmatched
  • Operations Researchunmatched
  • Propulsionunmatched
  • Radiation Safetyunmatched
  • Regulatory Complianceunmatched
  • Reporting Skillsunmatched
  • Safety Engineeringunmatched
  • Safety Processunmatched
  • Safety/Work Safetyunmatched
  • Stewardshipunmatched
  • Technical Supportunmatched
  • Technical Trainingunmatched
  • Technical Writingunmatched
  • Training/Teachingunmatched
  • Truck Driverunmatched
  • Tuition Feesunmatched
  • United States Department of Energy (DOE)unmatched
  • United States Navy (USN)unmatched
  • Vehicle Fleetsunmatched

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