Nuclear Safety Program Lead

Kundlas Consulting Group; United States; On-site; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Kundlas Consulting Group LLC is seeking a Nuclear Safety Team Lead to oversee safety programs for Department of Energy facilities. You will coordinate multidisciplinary teams, ensure compliance with federal regulations, and lead safety audits and incident investigations.

The role emphasizes maintaining high safety standards, risk assessment, and regulatory inspections, with clear accountability for protecting personnel and the environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Nuclear Engineering, Health Physics, or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 7 years of nuclear safety experience in DOE or nuclear industry environments.
• Strong knowledge of DOE nuclear safety regulations, standards, and guidance (e.g., DOE O 420.1C, 10 CFR 830).
• Proven leadership experience managing technical teams in a safety-critical environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with experience conducting safety assessments and risk analyses.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the nuclear safety team to develop, implement, and maintain safety programs aligned with DOE regulations and standards.
• Conduct comprehensive safety assessments and risk analyses to identify potential hazards and develop mitigation strategies.
• Coordinate with engineering, operations, and regulatory personnel to ensure compliance with nuclear safety requirements.
• Oversee incident investigations and root cause analyses to prevent recurrence of safety events.
• Prepare and present detailed safety reports, documentation, and recommendations to senior management and regulatory bodies.
• Facilitate training and development programs to enhance team knowledge and adherence to safety protocols.
• Serve as a liaison with DOE officials, external regulators, and contractors on nuclear safety matters.
• Continuously monitor changes in regulations and industry standards to update safety policies and procedures accordingly.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical thinking

Risk assessment

Safety assessments

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Nuclear Engineering or Health Physics

Job description

Kundlas Consulting Group LLC is seeking a Nuclear Safety Team Lead to oversee safety programs for Department of Energy facilities. You will coordinate multidisciplinary teams, ensure compliance with federal regulations, and lead safety audits and incident investigations.

The role emphasizes maintaining high safety standards, risk assessment, and regulatory inspections, with clear accountability for protecting personnel and the environment.