Nuclear Waste Shipping & Compliance Engineer

GEM Technologies, Inc.; Town of Niskayuna (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance (

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Paid Holidays

Life Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Job summary

GEM Technologies, Inc. seeks a Waste Shipping Engineer to support the Naval Nuclear Laboratory's Knolls Atomic Power Laboratory in Niskayuna, NY. You will validate waste characterization, determine regulated vs non-regulated waste, and help develop training and documentation.

The role requires a BS in a related discipline, 3+ years of experience, U.S. citizenship, and an active DOE L or DOD Secret clearance. Onsite work at KAPL with strong regulatory, safety, and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related discipline from an Accredited University.
• 3+ years of experience in waste management/shipping or related field.
• U.S. citizenship due to federal nature of the work.
• Active DOE L clearance or DOD Secret clearance.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to interpret and apply regulatory requirements and standards.
• Experience interacting with government agencies/regulatory authorities.

Responsibilities

• Validate waste characterization for materials generated by waste-producing organizations and operations throughout the Laboratory.
• Evaluate and determine whether generated waste is classified as regulated or non-regulated.
• Support, develop, and deliver waste management training to waste generators across the Laboratory.
• Conduct field surveillances and inspections of waste-generating activities to ensure compliance with applicable requirements.
• Develop, review, and provide peer review of waste shipments to external disposal facilities.
• Prepare, maintain, and review regulatory documentation associated with waste management and shipping activities.
• Generate reports and documentation to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements (RCRA, DOT, asbestos).
• Support documentation, reporting, and shipping activities involving non-regulated waste, including chemical and universal waste streams.
• Ensure waste characterization, handling, packaging, and shipping activities comply with regulatory standards and Laboratory procedures.
• Participate in and support recurring regulatory and internal inspections.
• Assist in identifying compliance deficiencies and supporting corrective actions.

Skills

Waste shipping

Regulatory compliance

Attention to detail

Regulatory interpretation

Documentation & reporting

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a related discipline

Job description

GEM Technologies, Inc. seeks a Waste Shipping Engineer to support the Naval Nuclear Laboratory's Knolls Atomic Power Laboratory in Niskayuna, NY. You will validate waste characterization, determine regulated vs non-regulated waste, and help develop training and documentation.

The role requires a BS in a related discipline, 3+ years of experience, U.S. citizenship, and an active DOE L or DOD Secret clearance. Onsite work at KAPL with strong regulatory, safety, and communication skills.