Technical Lead - Radioactive Waste Disposal & Assessments

Savannah River Mission Completion

$85K — $209K *
US-AnywhereRemote in Aiken, SC
Energy & Utilities
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Geology, Computer Science, or related science from an accredited institution.
  • Master’s degree preferred for further advancement.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills essential for stakeholder engagement.
  • Experience with Department of Energy defense programs is advantageous.
  • Familiarity with flow and contaminant transport modeling calculations.

Responsibilities

  • Compile technical inputs for environmental and radiological performance assessments.
  • Interface with engineering teams, regulatory stakeholders, and Department of Energy customers.
  • Contribute to project objectives focused on long-term compliance for radioactive waste disposal.
  • Develop and defend technical assessments and computational models related to waste isolation.
  • Ensure the effective communication of complex technical information to various audiences.

Benefits

  • 401k with 5% immediate company contribution and additional matching.
  • Comprehensive health insurance and prescription drug coverage.
  • Flexible telehealth options available.
  • Generous paid time off including 160 hours annually and 11 holidays.
  • Life, accident, and disability coverage provided.
  • Tuition reimbursement to support ongoing education.
  • Employee assistance program included.
Full Job Description
Overview

Savannah River Mission Completion is seeking a Technical Lead - Radioactive Waste Disposal & Assessment to be based in our Aiken, SC location on the Savannah River Site.

 

The Technical Lead - Radioactive Waste Disposal & Assessment develops, implements, and defends technical assessments, calculations, computational models, and miscellaneous documents that support the long-term capacity of engineered and natural barrier systems to isolate radioactive waste at the Savannah River Site (SRS) from the surrounding environment.

 

Responsibilities

General responsibilities include:

  • Compilation of technical inputs (i.e., calculations, computational models, etc.) to produce multi-faceted environmental and radiological performance assessments (PAs) and safety case assessments.
  • Interfacing with facility engineering and operations, regulatory stakeholders, and Department of Energy (DOE) customers.
  • Contributing to the fulfillment of project and organizational objectives as a team member dedicated to demonstrating long-term compliance of radioactive waste disposal actions.

 

This is a multilevel posting. Candidate(s) selected to receive an offer will be offered the position level commensurate with their experience and qualifications.

Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Geology, Computer Science or other related science degree from an accredited university or college

Additional Information:

  • This is a multilevel posting. Candidate(s) selected to receive an offer will be offered the position level commensurate with their experience and qualifications.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Master’s degree in Engineering, Geology, Computer Science or other related science degree from an accredited university or college
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Background with the Department of Energy defense programs and chemical processes.
  • Familiarity in flow and contaminant transport modeling calculations.
Benefits

Savannah River Mission Completion offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits package with flexibility to meet your needs. 

Highlights of our plans include:

  • 401k Retirement Savings Plan – 5% immediate company contribution, additional matching for employee contributions
  • Health Insurance & Prescription Drug Program
  • Health Savings Account
  • Telehealth with BlueCare on Demand
  • Dental Coverage
  • Vision Coverage
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Includes 160 hours annual paid time off (accrued monthly), plus 11 paid holidays
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Life and Accident Coverage
  • Disability Coverage
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Tuition Reimbursement
Minimum PayUSD $85,152.00/Yr. Maximum PayUSD $209,556.00/Yr. Pay DisclaimerExceptions to this range/rate may be applied on a case-by-case basis taking into account aspects such as education, experience, and skill need of the organization.

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