Radiation Protection Leader - Nuclear Safety & Compliance

GE Vernova; Wilmington (NC); On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

GE Vernova, Inc. is seeking a Radiation Protection Manager to lead the radiation safety program for a nuclear fuel manufacturing facility and related operations in Wilmington, NC.

The role focuses on compliance, safety, efficiency and team development across radiation protection, environmental health, and field services. The successful candidate will manage training, oversee technicians, and ensure alignment with NRC requirements while promoting a strong safety culture and effective performance

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Science or Engineering or
• NRRPT certification or five years of experience in applied radiation protection
• At least five years in a nuclear facility such as reactor or fuel manufacturer
• Two+ years supervisory experience leading Radiation Protection Technicians

Responsibilities

• Lead the site’s Radioactive Materials Program and support continuous improvement
• Perform audits to ensure compliance with licenses and regulatory requirements
• Oversee Environmental Program portions and non-ionizing radiation safety program
• Guide radiation protection technicians and oversee training for FMO and Wilmington Field Services facilities
• Provide planning and scheduling direction and promote Human Performance and Lean principles
• Advise area managers on radiation protection practices and review operating procedures
• Review NRC and NC Radioactive Materials License requirements to ensure compliance
• Support emergency response planning and incident response
• Prepare management reports on radiation protection and health physics issues

Skills

Leadership

Regulatory compliance

Auditing

Nuclear safety

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Science or Engineering

NRRPT certification

Advanced degree in nuclear engineering or physics

Job description

GE Vernova, Inc. is seeking a Radiation Protection Manager to lead the radiation safety program for a nuclear fuel manufacturing facility and related operations in Wilmington, NC.

The role focuses on compliance, safety, efficiency and team development across radiation protection, environmental health, and field services. The successful candidate will manage training, oversee technicians, and ensure alignment with NRC requirements while promoting a strong safety culture and effective performance