Assistant Corporate Radiation Safety Officer
Responsibilities
- Assist in maintaining compliance with NRC and Agreement State licenses and regulations
- Support preparation and submission of license amendments, renewals, and reciprocity requests
- Ensure adherence to internal procedures (e.g., ARS series, ROEM) and regulatory requirements
- Maintain familiarity with NUREG-1556 Volume 2 guidance
- Assist with implementation and continuous improvement of the Radiation Protection Program
- Support ALARA initiatives and dose reduction strategies
- Ensure proper use and documentation of dosimetry programs
- Monitor compliance with dose limits and reporting requirements
- Conduct and/or support performance audits of radiographic personnel and operations
- Review audit findings, identify trends, and recommend corrective actions
- Promote field-based audits to improve real-time compliance
- Ensure audit documentation is complete and maintained in company systems
- Assist in administration of radiation safety training programs
- Support qualification and certification of radiographers and assistants
- Ensure training records are current and compliant
- Assist in implementation of radioactive material security requirements per 10 CFR 37.53
- Support Trustworthy & Reliable (T&R) program administration
- Ensure proper tracking of radioactive sources via NSTS
- Assist with coordination and documentation of LLEA interactions
- Assist in investigation of radiological incidents and abnormal events
- Support required notifications and reporting to regulatory agencies
- Participate in corrective action development and follow-up
- Support compliance with DOT and NRC transportation requirements
- Assist in oversight of shipping documentation and packaging compliance
- Maintain accurate radiation safety records (leak tests, inspections, calibrations, DRRs)
- Ensure records are audit-ready and compliant with retention requirements
- Other work duties as assigned
Requirements
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
- Strong knowledge of NRC and Agreement State regulations
- Knowledge of radiation safety regulations and practices
- Familiarity with industrial radiography equipment
- Ability to interpret and apply regulations
- Strong organizational and communication skills
- Proficiency with systems such as Pangea and NSTS
- Ability to obtain and maintain T&R status
- Valid driver's license
Education & Experience:
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- 3–5 years of industrial radiography experience
- Prior Radiographer or RSO experience
- Certified Radiographer (State/NRC recognized)
- 40-hour Radiation Safety Course
- Source Retrieval Inspection and maintenance
- Administration of Isotope Radiography Safety Programs or Equivalent
Benefits
- Competitive Salary
- Medical, dental, and supplemental insurance
- 401K Plan
- Paid Holidays
- Paid Time Off
Working Conditions
- Work performed in a combination of office, laboratory, and field environments
- Regular travel to company facilities, job sites, and regulatory offices may be required
- Occasional exposure to outdoor weather conditions during site visits or audits
- May work in proximity to radioactive materials, sealed sources, or radiation-producing devices in compliance with safety regulations
- Exposure to industrial environments including noise, moving equipment, and other hazards
- Must adhere to strict safety protocols and radiation protection procedures
Physical Job Requirements & Demands
- Ability to sit for extended periods while reviewing policies, regulations, and program documentation
- Ability to stand, walk, and climb during facility inspections, audits, and site visits
- Ability to lift and carry up to 25 lbs occasionally, including radiation monitoring devices and related equipment
- Adequate vision (with or without correction) to review technical documents, inspection reports, and equipment readings
- Adequate hearing (with or without aids) to participate in meetings, communicate with field personnel, and respond to verbal cues in operational areas
- Sufficient hand-eye coordination for handling sealed sources, operating radiation monitoring devices, and managing safety equipment
- Manual dexterity to operate office equipment, radiation detection instruments, and specialized tools as required
- Ability to travel frequently to company locations, regulatory meetings, and industry events across multiple regions
- Ability to wear and operate required personal protective equipment (PPE) when in radiation-controlled or industrial environments
Company Overview
Acuren is a trusted, single source provider of technology-enabled asset protection solutions used to evaluate the structural integrity of critical energy, industrial and public infrastructures. Committed to delivering a Higher Level of Reliability, Acuren provides an unrivaled spectrum of capabilities including inspection, traditional and advanced NDE/NDT, failure analysis, rope access, materials engineering, field engineering, reliability engineering, drones, robotics, V-Deck and condition-based monitoring services. Our work is critical to the integrity and safety of industrial firms, including petroleum refinery, pipeline, power generation, pulp & paper, mining, pharmaceutical, aerospace and automotive industries. Acuren employs over 4,000 dedicated professionals supporting the mechanical integrity and inspection programs of the world's largest industrial segments. Acuren is a market leader. Our formula for success is straightforward: be capable locally, with certified and well-equipped personnel supported by trained, experienced leaders. Continuing to build on a strong heritage of safety, quality and professionalism, Acuren strives to maintain incident free work environments, pursues advanced technical developments, and supports reliability programs that are valued by clients and employees.