Radiological Safety Engineer - Impactful Lab & Field Work

Naval Nuclear Laboratory

Town of Niskayuna (NY)

On-site

USD 106,000 - 166,000

Full time

8 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental & Vision
Disability, Life & Accident Insurance
401(k) Savings Plan
Paid Time Off
Paid Parental Leave
Flexible Work Schedules
Tuition Assistance
Student Debt Benefit / Time Off Sell
Employee Assistance Program
Wellness Program

Job summary

Naval Nuclear Laboratory's Knolls site seeks an Engineer of Radiological Work to shape the safe execution of radiological tasks, ensuring compliance and efficiency across research, testing, and facility operations. You will develop controls and procedures, partnering with researchers, operators, and engineers to deliver high-quality work within regulatory safety standards.

You will lead development of technical documents, support hands-on lab activities, and contribute to environmental

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in a related technical, engineering or science field and a minimum of 9 years of relevant experience; or Master's degree with 7 years; or Doctorate with 3 years; or currently a Principal Reactor Training Engineer, Refueling Engineer, or RPCO Engineer at the Company.
  • Preferred: Engineering work in radiological environments; mechanical/chemical/nuclear engineering background; experience writing technical reports; radiation protection background.
  • Ability to work effectively within a team environment.

Responsibilities

  • Develop engineered work controls and technical procedures for radiological work.
  • Support hands-on research, testing, and operations in radiological labs.
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to solve complex technical challenges.
  • Provide engineering insights for facility operations, maintenance, and upgrades.
  • Contribute to worker protection, environmental stewardship, and operational excellence.

Skills

Radiation Safety Engineering
Team Collaboration
Technical Writing

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related technical field
Master's degree in a related technical field
Doctorate degree in a related technical field
Current Principal Reactor Training Engineer / Refueling Engineer / RPCO Engineer

Job description

Naval Nuclear Laboratory's Knolls site seeks an Engineer of Radiological Work to shape the safe execution of radiological tasks, ensuring compliance and efficiency across research, testing, and facility operations. You will develop controls and procedures, partnering with researchers, operators, and engineers to deliver high-quality work within regulatory safety standards.

You will lead development of technical documents, support hands-on lab activities, and contribute to environmental

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