Principal Dose and Shielding Consultant

Orano Group; Warrington; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a Dose and Shielding Consultant to lead projects and provide technical expertise in radiation safety. In this pivotal role, you will manage complex dose and shielding projects, mentor junior team members, and contribute to business development efforts. Your extensive experience in radiation transport software will be crucial in addressing safety challenges and enhancing processes. If you are passionate about making an impact in the nuclear industry and thrive in a collaborative environment, this opportunity is ideal for you.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in radiation shielding and dose assessment.
• Expertise in radiation transport-based codes and safety assessment.

Responsibilities

• Manage dose and shielding projects and provide technical leadership.
• Support multi-disciplinary teams with expert knowledge.

Skills

Radiation Safety Assessment

Project Management

Technical Leadership

Mentoring

Education

Degree in Scientific or Engineering Discipline

Tools

MCNP

ATILLA

MicroShield

SCALE

FLUKA

Job description

The Dose and Shielding Consultant will be required to support the Discipline Lead in providing for the technical needs of clients and their projects.

Responsibilities

• Manage dose and shielding projects, as well as a technical leadership role within other projects.
• Provide expert knowledge of dose and shielding safety assessment including being up to date with developments in methodology and approach.
• Provide dose and shielding support to multi-disciplinary teams addressing various safety challenges.
• Use industry recognised radiation transport software such as MCNP, ATILLA and MicroShield.
• Identify and develop new opportunities for the team, including technical support to bids.
• Closely work with the rest of the team to ensure delivery with high quality and on time.
• Develop asset management plans and monitor performance.
• Support delivery and contribute to the direction of junior team members on various complex projects.
• Contribute to the enhancement of radiation protection, safety processes and procedures.
• Support the company’s business development activities.
• Mentor Consultants and provide technical advice.

Minimum Requirements

• Relevant degree in a scientific or engineering technical discipline.
• Minimum of 8+ years’ experience in radiation shielding and dose assessment within the nuclear industry.
• Extensive experience in the application of radiation transport-based codes such as MCNP, Attila, SCALE, FLUKA and MicroShield.
• Extensive knowledge in the specialist field of dose and shielding safety assessment with some knowledge of advanced assessment techniques. A working knowledge of aspects of nuclear Criticality would be beneficial.

The successful candidate must, by the start of the employment, have permission to work in the UK, and be willing to undergo a security vetting process. Offers of employment will be subject to relevant security clearance being granted.

Travel to other Orano offices and client sites may be necessary. You should be willing to work flexibly to accommodate project and client requirements.