Nuclear Engineer/Health Physicist

Accountabilities

• • Perform environmental assessments and safety evaluations of nuclear facilities and related operations for federal and/or state agencies.
  • Evaluate potential impacts associated with nuclear facilities, including hydrogeological conditions, human health and safety, air quality, and other environmental considerations.
  • Support assessments involving uranium mills, in situ uranium recovery facilities, nuclear reactors, and similar nuclear-sector operations.
  • Apply nuclear engineering and health physics expertise to analyze technical information, identify risks, and support defensible conclusions and recommendations.
  • Research, document, and reference previous safety and environmental evaluations as appropriate to support project findings.
  • Apply radiation assessment and modeling tools such as RESRAD, MicroShield, and MILDOS when relevant to project requirements.
  • Prepare clear, technically rigorous documentation and communicate findings effectively to project teams, government stakeholders, and clients.
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary colleagues while maintaining a strong focus on technical quality, client satisfaction, and project objectives.
  • Maintain professionalism, accuracy, and accountability while working on sensitive and technically complex assignments.

  Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in nuclear engineering, health physics, environmental science, or another appropriate technical discipline.
  • At least 5 years of relevant professional experience in nuclear engineering, health physics, environmental assessment, safety evaluation, or a closely related field.
  • Demonstrated experience evaluating nuclear facilities for environmental and safety impacts, preferably including uranium mills, in situ uranium recovery facilities, and/or nuclear reactors.
  • Practical understanding of potential nuclear-facility impacts on hydrogeology, human health and safety, air quality, and the broader environment.
  • Previous experience supporting projects for federal and/or state government agencies is highly valuable.
  • Experience with radiation assessment or modeling codes such as RESRAD, MicroShield, and MILDOS is preferred.
  • Strong analytical, research, technical writing, and problem-solving abilities.
  • Ability to interpret complex technical information and develop clear, well-supported assessments and recommendations.
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team-oriented consulting environment.
  • U.S. citizenship is required.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance is required.

  Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical and dental insurance.
  • Vision coverage.
  • Short-term and long-term disability insurance.
  • Basic personal accident insurance.
  • Basic life insurance.
  • Access to a 529 savings plan.
  • 15 days of paid time off per year for new full-time employees.
  • 11 recognized paid holidays.
  • Eligibility for a 401(k) retirement plan.
  • Profit-sharing contributions that typically provide an amount equal to 5% of salary directly into the 401(k) account.
  • Benefits become effective on the first day of employment.
  • Flexible location options across the United States, with Washington, D.C. preferred.
  • Collaborative work culture focused on teamwork and client satisfaction.