Radiation Safety Lead for Nuclear Manufacturing

Standard Nuclear, Inc.; Oak Ridge (TN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Savings Account

Disability and Life Insurance

401(k) Plan

Paid Time Off and Holidays

Job summary

Standard Nuclear, Inc. is seeking a Health Physicist to lead its radiological protection program across fuel fabrication, laboratory, and material processing operations.

You will evaluate hazards, develop protective measures, and ensure safe working conditions while translating regulatory requirements into practical controls. This hands-on role requires strong knowledge of health physics, sound judgment, and the ability to work with radiological control technicians, manufacturing, EH&S, quality,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Health Physics, Nuclear Engineering, Radiation Protection, Physics, or a related technical discipline.
• 3–7 years of experience in health physics, radiation protection, radiological safety, or related nuclear operations.
• Experience supporting radiological protection programs in nuclear facilities, fuel fabrication, uranium processing, national laboratories, or other regulated environments.
• Strong understanding of radiation detection, radiation measurement, contamination control, dosimetry, and exposure assessment.
• Familiarity with NRC and DOE radiation protection requirements, including 10 CFR Part 20 and 10 CFR Part 835, as relevant to facility operations.

Responsibilities

• Support implementation and continuous improvement of the site's radiological protection program.
• Evaluate radiological hazards associated with nuclear fuel fabrication, uranium processing, material handling, and laboratory activities.
• Develop and maintain radiation protection procedures, technical assessments, and operational controls.
• Ensure radiological practices align with applicable regulations, license conditions, and company requirements.
• Apply ALARA principles to minimize occupational radiation exposure.

Skills

Radiation protection

ALARA

Dosimetry

Regulatory compliance

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Health Physics

Nuclear Engineering

Tools

Radiation detectors

Dosimetry equipment

Radiation survey instruments

Job description

Standard Nuclear, Inc. is seeking a Health Physicist to lead its radiological protection program across fuel fabrication, laboratory, and material processing operations.

You will evaluate hazards, develop protective measures, and ensure safe working conditions while translating regulatory requirements into practical controls. This hands-on role requires strong knowledge of health physics, sound judgment, and the ability to work with radiological control technicians, manufacturing, EH&S, quality,