Environmental Heath & Radiation Safety Specialist

Orano USA; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, and Vision insurance

401(k) with employer matching

Life insurance and disability

Paid Time Off and holidays

Training and development opportunities

Job summary

Orano Med Theranostics in Plano, TX, is seeking an Environmental Health & Safety Specialist to lead Radiation Safety and EHS programs for the DDPU operations. The role serves as the subject matter expert on OSHA, EPA, NRC, DSHS, and TCEQ regulations and company directives.

You will develop policies, conduct routine radiation surveys, manage RAM inventory, waste, and spill preparedness, deliver training, and drive continuous improvement through KPIs and audits.

Qualifications

• High school diploma (or equivalent) with 3+ years of radiopharmaceutical operations.
• Bachelor’s degree in environmental science or related field, with at least 1 year of industry experience.
• AU, RSO, OSHA 40 training preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement and maintain Radiation Safety Policies and Procedures.
• Maintain accurate inventory and control of radioactive materials (RAM).
• Oversee the radioactive waste management program, including storage, decay-in-storage, and disposal in accordance with regulatory requirements.
• Conduct routine radiation surveys, facility inspections, and internal audits to ensure ongoing compliance.
• Develop, implement, and maintain Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) programs, including the Chemical Hygiene Plan.
• Manage chemical safety programs, including inventory control, labeling, storage, disposal, and fire protection considerations.
• Ensure proper hazardous material spill preparedness, including maintaining response equipment and supplies.
• Deliver radiation safety and EHS training to employees, promoting a strong culture of safety and regulatory compliance.
• Provide guidance on the safe handling of radioactive and hazardous materials.
• Perform hazard assessments (process, job, and worksite) and implement appropriate control measures.
• Lead incident investigations, perform root cause analysis, and implement corrective and preventive actions.
• Track and report safety metrics (KPIs).
• Develop and maintain emergency response plans for facility.
• Support regulatory inspections and audits (e.g., NRC, Agreement State, OSHA).

Skills

Problem solving

Prioritize tasks

English communication

Independent & team work

Education

Bachelor’s degree in environmental science

High school diploma with radiopharmaceutical experience

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Database software

Job description

General Information
Name Environmental Heath & Radiation Safety Specialist Ref # 14136 Posting Date Monday, April 27, 2026 Country United States Region Texas City Plano Business Unit (BU) MED Type of Employment Permanent/Regular Desired Starting Date 13-04-2026 Work Schedule Full time Remote Work In office Job X - RADIATION PROTECTION & OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY

Orano Med Theranostics

Orano Med has developed new processes for producing high-purity lead-212, a rare radioactive isotope. Lead-212 is currently at the heart of promising research projects in nuclear medicine to develop new treatments against cancer. The innovative approach, known as targeted alpha therapy (TAT), recognizes and destroys cancer cells while limiting the impact on nearby healthy cells.

This position manages the DDPU Radiation Safety and Environmental Health & Safety programs and serves as the subject matter expert for safety regulations impacting the various departments. Duties include developing policies and procedures in accordance with applicable regulations such as but not limited to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC), Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS), and Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), and Company directives.

RSO (Radiation Safety Officer) / EHS (Environmental Health and Safety) Responsibilities

• Develop, implement and maintain Radiation Safety Policies and Procedures.
• Maintain accurate inventory and control of radioactive materials (RAM).
• Oversee the radioactive waste management program, including storage, decay-in-storage, and disposal in accordance with regulatory requirements.
• Conduct routine radiation surveys, facility inspections, and internal audits to ensure ongoing compliance.
• Develop, implement, and maintain Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) programs, including the Chemical Hygiene Plan.
• Manage chemical safety programs, including inventory control, labeling, storage, disposal, and fire protection considerations.
• Ensure proper hazardous material spill preparedness, including maintaining response equipment and supplies.
• Conduct routine inspections of safety equipment to ensure proper operation.
• Deliver radiation safety and EHS training to employees, promoting a strong culture of safety and regulatory compliance.
• Provide guidance on the safe handling of radioactive and hazardous materials.
• Perform hazard assessments (process, job, and worksite) and implement appropriate control measures.
• Lead incident investigations, perform root cause analysis, and implement corrective and preventive actions.
• Track and report safety metrics (KPIs).
• Develop and maintain emergency response plans for facility.
• Support regulatory inspections and audits (e.g., NRC, Agreement State, OSHA).

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications :

• High school diploma (or equivalent) with 3+ years of experience in radiopharmaceutical operations.
• Bachelor’s degree in environmental science or related field, with at least 1 year of relevant industry experience.
• AU, RSO, OSHA 40 training preferred.

Required Skills & Competencies:

• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to prioritize tasks effectively.
• Proficient with word processing, spreadsheet, and database software, and standard business communication tools (e.g., Microsoft Outlook).
• Ability to prioritize and manage a high volume of complex activities with rapidly changing priorities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Health, Dental, and Vision insurance – with generous employer contributions
• 401(k) with employer matching and contribution amounts
• Life insurance and Short- and Long-Term Disability insurance provided by the company
• Generous Paid Time Off and holiday schedules
• Numerous Training and Development opportunities
• and more…

Orano Group

Present in the United States for 60 years, Orano USA is a leading technology and services provider to the U.S. commercial and federal markets.

Orano’s activities in the U.S. include developing uranium enrichment facility in Oak Ridge, TN ; packages and transportation of uranium & nuclear fuel assemblies ; fabricating & installing used nuclear fuel dry storage canisters and casks, conducting pool-to-pad used nuclear fuel transfers ; providing solutions to the National Labs and to the Dept of Energy ; and supplying U.S. nuclear energy utilities with uranium, conversion, and enrichment services.

In the nuclear medicine field, Orano Med is at the forefront of research in nuclear medicine and is developing a new generation of targeted therapies against cancer using the unique properties of lead-212.

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

This position requires a pre-employment background check and drug screening.

Orano is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Orano and all subsidiaries abide by applicable legal requirements. We ensure that all personnel actions such as recruitment, compensation, career development, benefits, and company-sponsored training are administered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, protected veteran, or other protected status.