Radiographer

Location: Oak Ridge, TN

About the Role

You’ll gather, reduce, and evaluate data; perform calculations; analyze data; and interpret results of tests and inspections to determine acceptance or rejection of assemblies, components, materials, and plant equipment. The work requires a high degree of accuracy under general supervision and strict adherence to operating procedures with particular emphasis on safety and security.

Responsibilities

• Perform hands-on, complex industrial radiography using a large variety of state-of-the-art radiation-producing equipment and techniques.
• Evaluate and report image analysis from conventional radiographic film and digital images.
• Produce legible, correct, and accurate records, inspections, and analyses.
• Assist technical and scientific personnel on production support, research, and development projects, including equipment checks, method development, and housekeeping.
• Work with engineering and technical personnel to familiarize them with imaging radiography techniques and procedures.
• Follow prescribed safety procedures for handling explosive, toxic, flammable, or otherwise hazardous materials.
• Methodically perform tasks to ensure compliance with environmental, safety, health, and management requirements.
• Ensure waste storage facilities comply with environmental regulations and RCRA-mandated waste storage requirements.
• Participate in work planning and hazard identification/control methods as assigned.

Requirements

• Associate's degree in a related discipline; minimum 2 years of relevant experience (typical relevant experience is 4–6 years).
• Six or more years of relevant education, training, and/or progressive experience may substitute for education and experience requirements.
• After a training period, must successfully complete and be certified as Level I and Level II Radiographic Testing (RT) per ASNT.
• Working knowledge of equipment, systems, and/or processes, with some advanced skills in the specialty area.
• Must meet DOE O 426.2A requirements (High School diploma or equivalent).
• Hands-on experience operating low, mid, and high-range X-ray-producing equipment.
• Sound knowledge of radiation safety, radiation standards, maintenance manuals, and technical procedures.
• All qualification work history, training, and education must be verifiable by documented proof.
• Shift work may be required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Recent (within the last five years) hands-on radiographic operation experience as a significant part of the job.
• Five or more years of experience as a health physics technician.

Benefits

• Medical, prescription drug, vision, and dental plans.
• Employer-matched 401(k) savings plan.
• Disability coverage.
• Education reimbursement.
• Onsite workout facilities and healthy cafeteria options.

Security & Compliance

• CNS is a drug-free workplace; pre-placement physical, drug screening, and background investigation required.
• U.S. citizenship required for security clearance eligibility.
• Random drug testing may occur without advance notice.