Nuclear Engineer

Who we are...

We are a team of scientists, engineers, technicians, and innovators dedicated to changing the world by developing medical isotopes to treat and eradicate cancer. We believe in building an environment where collaboration, curiosity, and camaraderie thrive. We also enjoy darts, cornhole, ping-pong, chili cook-offs, and other fun events that makes our company a community where we make a life, not just a living.

Who you are...

• Analytical
• Curious
• Dependable
• Energized by solving complex technical challenges
• Enjoy applying scientific and engineering principles to real-world systems
• Motivated by work that demands both technical rigor and operational reliability
• Thoughtful, disciplined, and detail-oriented
• Collaborative, adaptable, and solutions-oriented

What you can expect to work on...

• Safely handles and manages solid and dispersible forms of radioactive materials in accordance with established radiation safety protocols
• Develops, maintains, and updates standard operating procedures (SOPs), work instructions, and technical documentation to support safe and efficient operations
• Conducts data analysis, interpretation, and technical documentation for experiments and related research activities

What you need to succeed...

• Bachelor's degree in Nuclear Engineering or related field or equivalent education/experience
• 3+ years’ experience performing Nuclear Engineer or related work (includes applicable hands-on internship experience)
• Knowledge, familiarity, and experience with the following:
• Fundamental concepts in nuclear engineering including: radiation transport, radiation detection methods, radiation interactions with matter, and thermal hydraulics
• Research reactor neutronics, thermal-hydraulics, monitoring and controls, or auxiliary systems
• Common spectroscopy setups (alpha, beta, gamma, neutron) and ability to detect, identify, and quantify radioactive materials

Great to have...

• Advanced degree in Nuclear Engineering or related field or equivalent education/experience
• 7+ years’ experience performing Nuclear Engineer or related work
• Experience includes:
• Fundamental concepts in nuclear engineering including: radiation transport, radiation detection methods, radiation interactions with matter, and thermal hydraulics
• Research reactor neutronics, thermal-hydraulics, monitoring and controls, or auxiliary systems
• Common spectroscopy setups (alpha, beta, gamma, neutron) and ability to detect, identify, and quantify radioactive materials
• Reactor or accelerator benchmarking or measurement experiments
• Handling open and sealed radioactive sources
• Working in a regulated manufacturing environment, preferably NRC or FDA

Other things to know...

• Full-time position
• The company’s standard operating hours are Monday thru Friday 6:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. with production related activities requiring 24/7/365 shifts
• This position will have regular working hours Monday - Friday within the standard operating hours
• There is an expectation of adjusting working hours outside the standard hours to meet operational requirements
• Niowave has multiple locations within the Lansing area and travel between locations is expected in the role

Please provide a cover letter specifically describing the nature of your technical expertise and leadership experience.

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