Operator

Urenco USA; Eunice (NM); On-site; USD 94,807 - 131,094; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation support

Job summary

Urenco USA in Eunice, NM is seeking an Enrichment Plant Operator to monitor and operate uranium enrichment equipment. This pivotal role involves ensuring safety and efficiency in our state-of-the-art facility while adhering to strict operational protocols.

Ideal candidates will possess a High School Diploma or GED, along with 4 years of relevant experience, including at least 2 years in a nuclear setting. This position requires the ability to obtain a Department of Energy L security clearance and participate in emergency response training.

Qualifications

• 4 years of combined related work experience in technical or operations environment.
• 2 years of related work experience at an operating nuclear facility.

Responsibilities

• Monitors and operates uranium enrichment equipment.
• Achieve qualifications as enrichment plant operator up to Control Room Operator.

Skills

Uranium enrichment operations

Cylinder handling

Emergency response

Safety monitoring

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Join us at Urenco USA (UUSA), where we're leading the way in nuclear energy innovation. Our state‑of‑the‑art facility located in Eunice, NM, is the only large‑scale uranium enrichment facility in North America. We are actively looking for individuals who are ready to work collaboratively on‑site in Eunice, NM and are pleased to offer relocation support to help make this opportunity accessible to talented individuals.

Summary of Responsibilities

Monitors, controls, and operates uranium enrichment equipment and other production related equipment at Urenco USA to produce enriched uranium while protecting the health and safety of the public and plant employees and preventing damage to plant equipment and structures.

Education and Experience

• High School Diploma or GED.
• 4 years of combined related work experience in a technical, chemical, or operations work environment, AND/OR education
• 2 years MUST be in related work experience at an operating nuclear facility performing a related role (for example, operator, maintenance, or RP).

Job Details

• Work Location: UUSA site in Eunice, NM
• Rotating Shift: 12‑hour shift, 4 days on, 5 days off
• Days/Nights/weekends and some holidays
• Travel may be required less than 10% of the time
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Department of Energy L security clearance.
• Emergency Response Organization (ERO) qualification is required.
• Potential environmental conditions include: general office environment, extreme cold or heat, exposure to fumes or airborne particles, plant/production environment, high, precarious places, low light, near moving mechanical parts, outdoors, radiation, risk of electrical shock, toxic or caustic chemicals, vibration, and wet or humid conditions (non‑weather).

Primary Functions

Achieve and maintain qualifications as an enrichment plant operator up to and including Control Room Operator qualification in accordance with the UUSA Operator training program.

• Operate enrichment process and plant utility systems and equipment under moderate supervision.
• Perform cylinder handling activities including connecting and disconnecting cylinders, sampling, and blending operations.
• Maintain awareness of plant conditions by conducting routine tours, rounds, and maintaining plant logs.
• Identify issues with equipment, processes, and procedures and ensure timely reporting to plant supervisors.
• Perform routine housekeeping and spill clean‑up as needed.
• Perform plant Incipient Fire Brigade and Emergency Plan duties and responsibilities up to the level of Incident Commander; participate in training and drills related to both.
• Provide on‑the‑job training to operators in training for qualifications you hold.
• Understand system design capabilities and operation of the UUSA uranium enrichment process equipment and plant utility systems.
• Create/review new procedures and revisions to existing procedures.
• Consistently exhibit UUSA Core Values and Foundational Behaviors.

Benefits

Please note that we continually evaluate our plans and make adjustments as necessary to meet market and business requirements.

Compensation

Compensation starting at: $94,807 – $131,094 / year and up dependent on candidate experience.

Urenco USA provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Urenco USA encourages minorities, females, veterans and persons with disabilities to apply. Urenco USA supports a drug‑free environment.

If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application, interview process, and/or to perform essential job functions, please contact UUSA HR at [e-mail].