Health Physicist 4

Nuclear Fuel Services (NFS) is a division of BWX Technologies. At BWX Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: BWXT), we are a U.S.-based Fortune 1000 and Defense News Top 100 manufacturing and engineering innovator providing safe and effective nuclear solutions for global security, clean energy, environmental restoration, nuclear medicine, and space exploration. With more than 7,800 employees, BWXT operates 14 major sites in the U.S., Canada, and the U.K. We are the sole manufacturer of naval nuclear reactors for U.S. submarines and aircraft carriers, supply precision components and fuel for the commercial nuclear power industry, and manage environmental restoration and operations for U.S. Department of Energy and NASA facilities. BWXT’s technology also advances medical radioisotope production and microreactors for defense and space applications.

About the role

Develops and implements radiological control programs to meet pre-determined goals and objectives. Assignments are generally self-initiated.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical guidance to other health physics analysts and to plant operative management.
• Serve as the lead person or technical expert on medium to large projects.
• Perform major investigations, inspections, and evaluations.
• Make recommendations and presentations to regulatory, industry, and/or management personnel.
• Serve as the point-of-contact for regulatory agencies.
• Exercise technical direction within broadly defined practices and policies in selecting methods, techniques, and evaluation criteria.
• Work on complex problems where analyses of data or situations require an in-depth evaluation of various factors.
• Work independently and may lead task groups on major projects.
• Develop broad guidelines for radiological control programs such as those in licenses and permits for plant activities.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Science or Engineering, OR in lieu of a degree, eight (8) years of experience in radiation safety, OR a Master’s or Ph.D. in Science or Engineering.
• With a B.S. degree, nine (9) years of experience in radiation safety is required to demonstrate ability to apply technical knowledge to plant situations and requirements; without a B.S. degree, seventeen (17) years of experience in radiation safety is required.
• With an M.S. degree, six (6) years of experience in radiation safety is required.
• With a Ph.D. degree, three (3) years of experience in radiation safety is required.
• U.S. citizenship is required.
• Selected applicants must successfully complete a pre-employment check and drug screening.
• Position may require the ability to obtain and maintain federal eligibility requirements for access to classified/sensitive information or matter, involving an extensive criminal and financial background investigation, drug test, previous employment, and reference verifications.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package, including health, dental, and retirement plans.
• Flexible work schedules and paid time off to promote a healthy work-life balance.
• Professional development opportunities, including mentorship programs and sponsorship for continuing education.
• An inclusive atmosphere that celebrates new perspectives and supports collaboration between different generations.
• Opportunities for continuous learning and training to grow throughout your career.

Pay

The base salary range for this position in Tennessee (US-TN) is $86,450 to $136,000 per year. The base salary offered is based on local job market factors and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and other objective business considerations. The total compensation package may also include an annual cash incentive in addition to medical, retirement, and other benefits.

Schedule

Location: Onsite in Erwin, TN.