Senior Waste Engineer at Naval Nuclear Laboratory
Niskayuna, NY
About the Job
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 encourages diversity and inclusion in all its forms 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
Knolls Regulated Materials is looking for a Waste Engineer for our Knolls Regulated Waste Engineering unit. We are a dynamic group that emphasizes teamwork within our organization and with our production groups at the Laboratory. Our challenging work involves a combination of field inspections, waste management support/oversight, regulatory required report writing, regulatory interpretation and associated documentation, and oversight and administering of waste training programs.
This position includes development and/or following of programs or projects to ensure Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) compliance with operational, design, regulatory and Program requirements, and support for the work occurring at the Laboratory. Examples include performing technical work document reviews, engineering evaluations, or analyses to support assigned tasks. Work may include providing support, independent oversight and assessment of Knolls Laboratory, subcontractor, and vendor facility operations, material evaluations, design reviews, development of engineering methods, major site system and facility operations. Preparation and maintenance of records and reports will be included in this job to meet regulatory and Program requirements, as well as evaluating and assessing site performance, performance of surveillances, clarifying and implementing regulatory requirements, preparation of technical work procedures, and identifying improvements to existing processes. This position may also require leading or providing support for inspections and interfacing with outside regulatory agencies.
Required Combination of Knowledge and Skill
Preferred Skills
- Ability to multi-task and manage time appropriately to meet deadlines
- Ability to read, understand and interpret regulations
- Self-starter
- Proven leadership skills
Compensation and Benefits
- Health, Dental, Vision & Voluntary Benefits
- Disability, Life & Accident Insurance
- 401(k) Savings program & Captial 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
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Pay Range
Salary information provided is a general guide line 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 and vendor locations. For nearly 70 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 is an Equal Opportunity Employer (Veterans/Disabilities) committed to workplace diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other criteria protected by federal, state, or local law.
