Nuclear Criticality Safety Engineer

Management Solutions, LLC; Knoxville, Northern (TN, KY); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Management Solutions LLC seeks an experienced Nuclear Criticality Safety Engineer to support DOE and NNSA programs from our Knoxville area location. You will develop safety analyses, perform calculations, and provide expert technical consulting for federal nuclear facilities.

Ideal candidates have 4+ years in NCS, DOE/ANSI-8 knowledge, and an active DOE Q clearance, with strong technical writing and communication skills to mentor junior staff.

Qualifications

• ABET-accredited degree in Nuclear Engineering, Engineering, Physics or Chemistry.
• Minimum 4 years of relevant nuclear criticality safety experience.
• Experience with SCALE/KENO or MCNP.
• Knowledge of DOE nuclear safety requirements and ANSI/ANS-8 standards.
• Excellent technical writing and communication skills.
• Prior qualification as an NCS Engineer at a DOE facility.
• Active DOE Q security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Develop NCSEs and supporting safety analyses.
• Evaluate operations, facility changes, and design options.
• Apply DOE Orders, ANSI/ANS-8 standards, and client procedures.
• Develop and review nuclear criticality safety controls.
• Perform field walkdowns, assessments, and technical reviews.
• Perform or review analyses using SCALE/KENO or MCNP.
• Support hazards and safety analyses and integrated nuclear safety activities.
• Provide technical guidance and mentor junior engineers; participate in peer reviews.

Skills

NCS engineering

DOE safety knowledge

Technical writing

Communication skills

Education

ABET-accredited degree (Nuclear Eng/Engineering/Physics/Chemistry)

Tools

SCALE/KENO

MCNP

Job description

Nuclear Criticality Safety Engineer

Location: Knoxville, TN (Client Sites as Required) Employment Type: Full-Time

Clearance: Active DOE Q required

Who We Are

Management Solutions LLC (MSLLC) is an award-winning management consulting firm delivering solutions for our partners’ most complex challenges. Since 2002, we have supported federal and commercial clients through expertise in project and program strategy, delivery and implementation, engineering and technical advisory services, workforce solutions, and digital solutions. We are distinguished by our reputation for managing mission‑critical projects and helping organizations improve performance through innovative, people-centered solutions. MSLLC has been recognized as Small Business of the Year by the U.S. Small Business Administration, the Department of Energy, and Oak Ridge National Laboratory and has been named one of the Top Employers in the Greater Knoxville area.

Why Join Our Team

At Management Solutions, we believe our people are the foundation of our success. We are committed to fostering a collaborative and caring culture where employees feel valued, supported, and empowered to grow. We seek professionals who think critically, solve complex problems, and are dedicated to building and sustaining a high‑performing, people-centered organization.

Position Summary

Management Solutions is seeking an experienced Nuclear Criticality Safety (NCS) Engineer to join our growing Nuclear Engineering practice. This client‑facing consulting position supports Department of Energy (DOE) National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA), and other federal nuclear programs through the development of high-quality nuclear criticality safety analyses, engineering evaluations, and technical consulting services. This position offers opportunities to support multiple DOE facilities, collaborate with nationally recognized subject matter experts, and contribute to technically challenging projects across the nuclear enterprise.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop Nuclear Criticality Safety Evaluations (NCSEs) including the underlying criticality safety analyses, calculations and technical documentation supporting operations.


• Evaluate new and existing operations, facility modifications, equipment designs, and process changes.


• Apply DOE Orders, ANSI/ANS-8 standards, client procedures, and industry best practices.


• Develop and review nuclear criticality safety controls and support implementation of engineered and administrative controls.


• Perform field walkdowns, assessments, operational support, and technical reviews.


• Perform or review analysis using SCALE/KENO or MCNP.


• Support hazards analyses, documented safety analyses, and integrated nuclear safety activities.


• Provide technical guidance and mentoring to junior engineers and participate in peer reviews.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an ABET-Accredited program in Nuclear Engineering, Engineering, Physics or Chemistry.


• Minimum 4 years of relevant nuclear criticality safety experience.


• Experience with SCALE/KENO or MCNP.


• Knowledge of DOE nuclear safety requirements and ANSI/ANS-8 standards.


• Excellent technical writing and communication skills.


• Prior qualification as an NCS Engineer at a DOE facility.


• Active DOE Q security clearance.

Preferred Experience

• Experience supporting Y-12 or ORNL.


• Prior qualification as an NCS Peer Reviewer at a DOE NNSA site.


• 8 years of relevant nuclear criticality safety experience.


• Bachelor’s or advanced degree in Nuclear Engineering.

Work Authorization

U.S. citizenship is required due to federal contracting and potential security requirements.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

Management Solutions LLC is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. We committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. This policy applies to all aspects of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, compensation, training, transfer, leave, discipline, and termination.

Reasonable Accommodation Statement

If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process, please contact HR or [e-mail]. We will work with you to ensure your accessibility needs are met.

What We Offer

• Medical


• Rx


• Dental and Vision Insurance


• Company paid short-term disability and life insurance


• 401k plan with up to a 5% match with immediate vesting


• Flexible Spending Accounts


• PTO


• Paid holidays


• and more!

Disclaimer

This job description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of the position and is not a complete list of skills, efforts, duties, responsibilities, or working conditions associated with it.

Management Solutions LLC is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. It is the policy of the Company to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.