Acceptable Knowledge Specialist – Waste Compliance & Data

Navarro Inc.; Idaho Falls (ID); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental &amp

Retirement Plan (401k)

Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary &

Paid Time Off (Vacation & Public

Short Term & Long Term Disability

Job summary

Navarro Research and Engineering is seeking an Acceptable Knowledge Expert (AKE) in Idaho Falls, ID.

The role supports the CH-TRU program by developing, evaluating, and maintaining Process Knowledge and Acceptable Knowledge information, extracting and summarizing data from multiple databases to support investigations, issue resolution, waste characterization, container qualification, and technical document development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in information technology, science, engineering, mathematics, or a closely related field.
• At least four (4) years of applicable experience.
• Strong knowledge of technical document generation and Microsoft Word.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Excel.
• Proficiency in data management and data analysis.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail, problem-solving ability, and organizational skills.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and projects while working effectively with multiple teams.
• Ability to qualify as an Acceptable Knowledge Expert in the Advanced Mixed Waste Treatment Project certified program.
• Ability to obtain a DOE Q clearance.

Responsibilities

• Collect, summarize, and document information concerning waste-generating facilities, processes, physical and chemical characteristics, and regulatory requirements for transuranic waste.
• Enter and maintain information from historical records in applicable tracking databases.
• Extract information from multiple databases and analyze data sets to support investigations, issue resolution, document generation, and other program objectives.
• Use historical records and technical information to prepare reports that satisfy specific program and regulatory requirements.
• Evaluate container information to qualify containers for specific treatment processes, waste streams, and disposition pathways.
• Interpret WIPP Waste Acceptance Criteria (WAC), the WIPP Waste Analysis Plan (WAP), Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) requirements, Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) requirements, and other applicable requirements for CH-TRU waste management.
• Initiate Nonconformance Reports when necessary and resolve Acceptable Knowledge issues.
• Provide technical support to operations personnel to ensure compliance with site and WIPP Acceptable Knowledge requirements.
• Support the annual WIPP audit and related readiness activities.
• Coordinate with internal organizations, including Document Services and Information Technology.
• Interface with external organizations and other DOE entities to facilitate incoming waste shipments.
• Coordinate with Carlsbad Field Office and DOE Idaho personnel regarding CH-TRU waste activities, as required.
• Assist with the training and qualification of other Acceptable Knowledge Experts.
• Respond to department requests and complete assignments accurately, efficiently, and on schedule.
• Comply with applicable environmental, safety, health, quality, security, pollution-prevention, emergency-action, and conduct-of-operations requirements; report unsafe conditions and apply the five core functions of the Integrated Safety Management System.

Skills

Data analysis

Document generation

Verbal and written communication

Attention to detail

Time management

DOE clearance eligible

Education

Bachelor’s degree in information technology, science, engineering, mathematics, or a closely related field

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Navarro Research and Engineering is seeking an Acceptable Knowledge Expert (AKE) in Idaho Falls, ID.

The role supports the CH-TRU program by developing, evaluating, and maintaining Process Knowledge and Acceptable Knowledge information, extracting and summarizing data from multiple databases to support investigations, issue resolution, waste characterization, container qualification, and technical document development.