Principal Technical Advisor (Part-Time)

Edgewater Technical Associates; Aiken (SC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 120,000; Part time

Job summary

Edgewater Technical Associates seeks a Principal Technical Advisor (Part-Time) to support the Savannah River Site. The role involves guiding complex technical issues, defining strategic project scopes, and leading cross-functional teams on critical program matters.

The position requires a strong nuclear-focused background, 15–20 years of relevant experience, and the ability to obtain a DOE clearance. The work is performed on-site in a high-safety, mission-driven environment with diverse

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a physical science or engineering field with 15–20 years’ nuclear-related experience preferred.
• Advanced knowledge of analytical chemistry, radiochemistry, non-destructive examination techniques, reactor physics, statistics, or plant operations.
• U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain/maintain a DOE clearance (L or Q).

Responsibilities

• Establish cost-effective technical solutions to issues from changing requirements and conduct technical investigations.
• Provide expert leadership on problem resolution for complex issues affecting programs and operations.
• Lead multidisciplinary teams on high-visibility, budgeted or regulatory-compliance projects.
• Interact with DOE-SR, DOE-HQ, and external organizations on substantive technical matters.
• Define project scopes and evolving technical program requirements; work independently within policy guidelines.

Skills

Analytical chemistry

Radiochemistry

Non-destructive examination

Reactor physics

Statistics

Plant operations

Education

Bachelor's degree in physical science or engineering

Advanced degree preferable

Job description

Edgewater Technical Associates is seeking qualified candidates for a Principal Technical Advisor (Part-Time) opportunity to support the Savannah River Site.

Application Deadline: 11/10/26 (by Noon ET)

Principal Technical Advisor (Part-Time)-

Duties:

• Establish cost-effective technical solutions to issues generated by frequently changing requirements; define and conduct technical investigations where appropriate.
• Develop "leading edge" methods and technologies to effectively mitigate undesirable programmatic and operational issues or deficiencies.
• Provide expert technical guidance and leadership on problem resolution by assessing atypical, unusually complex issues, and situations impacting future roles of the organization and/or program operations (e.g., site policies, major process reengineering, strategic planning, organizational development).
• Typical assignments are most often broad, and program oriented in nature; assignments require extended periods of time often involving several months to years, although smaller and less complex issues are handled and occasionally require less time.
• Provide expert leadership of multi-disciplinary team(s) engaged in highly visible/business sensitive, project-type work involving extremely complex problems, and/or key budget, schedule, or regulatory compliance issues, for example.
• May involve engaging consultants and other outside experts.
• Define scope of new project-type work and changing technical program requirements.
• Work independently to ensure adherence to technical policies and guidelines; consult with cognizant management and staff on corrective action plans.
• Represent assigned organization and technical issues to both internal and external customers; manage related correspondence.
• Interact with DOE-SR, DOE-HQ, and other external organizations on substantive matters involving assigned technical issues.
• Interact with oversight panels and boards as appropriate in areas of technical expertise.
• Propose strategic business goals and milestones involving technical issues for which incumbent has expertise, and against which organizational and operational performance will be measured; participate in related strategic initiatives.
• Develop strategic plans for major new program areas and for resolving technical issues.
• Remain intellectually current of job-related emerging technologies, and serve as communications source for advanced technical theories, principles, and concepts.
• Manage special projects involving multiple divisions, departments, or other organizations.
• Utilize self-initiative and delegated authority to draw on the required resources and expertise to solve complex organizational and programmatic problems within the framework of a team environment with limited direction.
• Provide input and participate in programmatic improvement initiatives in support of mission goals.
• Provide technical and operational input on such items as Authorization Bases Documents, technical reports, and program-level procedures.
• Provide technical input to Training, Procedures, and other such support organizations, as appropriate.

Education/Yrs. of Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in a physical science (e.g., chemistry, physics, biology) or engineering (chemical, nuclear, electrical, mechanical) field with 15 to 20 years’ experience preferably in nuclear related assignments, including direct operations management; some assignments in this job family require a major in statistics, math, or computer sciences, along with substantial practical experience. An advanced degree, to the Master's or PhD/Doctorate level is preferable and would proportionally reduce the years of experience required.

Required Skills/Experience:

• Advanced knowledge of such subjects as analytical chemistry, radiochemistry, non-destructive examination techniques, reactor physics, statistics, or plant operations

Preferred Qualifications:

• Extensive hands-on experience with computers and various types of software, a knowledge of the administrative systems, and previous
• assignments in facility operations and maintenance, engineering, or business-type functions, such as finance, operational and/or program/project planning/scheduling, information resources, or procurement operations.
• Substantive management experience in these or related fields.
• Possession of an active DOE clearance (L or Q) within the past two (2) years.

Other Job Requirements:

• Must be a U.S. Citizen
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a DOE “Q” security clearance (an active DOE clearance is not initially required to perform assigned duties).

Edgewater Technical Associates will not submit your resume without first having detailed discussions with you and obtaining your permission to do so. We look forward to hearing from you!

WORKING WITH EDGEWATER TECHNICAL ASSOCIATES

Founded in 2003, Edgewater Technical Associates, LLC (Edgewater) is a New Mexico-based small business headquartered in Los Alamos, NM, with five (5) regional offices across the United States to locally support our growing presence at project sites. Edgewater has a proven track record and is a trusted provider of fixed-price construction projects, engineering, and technical services for the Department of Energy (DOE), Department of Defense (DOD), National Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC), Canadian Commercial Nuclear Industry, and private sector commercial contractors involved in nuclear, high-hazard, or complex operations. Edgewater’s experience and guidance ensure that our customers perform hazardous operations, comply with regulatory requirements, and maintain the highest quality and safety standards.

Originally founded to support the Los Alamos National Laboratory, Edgewater now supports customers across the U.S. and Canada. Edgewater has five offices, with corporate headquarters in Los Alamos, NM and regional offices in Carlsbad, NM; Oak Ridge, TN; Aiken, SC; and Richland, WA.

Edgewater is committed to recruiting and maintaining a staff of highly skilled professionals to support our customers. In keeping with this objective, we offer highly competitive salaries and employee benefit packages structured to best suit your needs. We offer multiple individual and family benefit options including paid time off, medical, dental, life, vision, and disability insurance, and a pre- and post-tax 401 (k) retirement account with Company matching contributions and 100% vesting for eligible participants beginning DAY 1.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Edgewater is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veterans, or individuals with disabilities in accordance with EO 14173.