Radiological Services Engineer I/II

General Dynamics Electric Boat; Groton (CT); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

General Dynamics Electric Boat seeks a Radiological Engineer to oversee technical direction and ensure radiological safety standards are met during the execution of nuclear work. The role includes developing procedures, managing calibration programs, and coordinating with naval nuclear programs. Candidates should possess a BS in Engineering and have experience in radiological controls. This position offers a chance to contribute to critical naval operations while ensuring the safety of personnel and the environment.

Qualifications

• BS in Engineering or similar technical field required.
• 0-4 years of related experience preferred.
• Qualification as a radiation worker is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical direction and oversight to nuclear engineers and technicians.
• Develop and review procedures for radiological controls.
• Investigate radiological problems and lead process improvement projects.

Skills

Technical writing

Oral communication

Organizational skills

Knowledge of Radiological Controls

Ability to read electronics drawings

Proficiency in MSOffice

Education

BS in Engineering

BS in Mechanical or Nuclear Engineering

Job description

Overview

The successful candidate will provide technical direction and oversight to nuclear engineers, radiological control technicians, and nuclear trades, during the planning and execution of nuclear work. Radiological Engineers are the technical authority responsible to ensure requirements are met to keep personnel radiation exposure as low as reasonably achievable and to protect the environment.The successful candidate’s duties will include serving as a technical lead for the RADIAC Calibration and Repair program.

Duties will include:

• Developing and reviewing procedures and methods to ensure appropriate radiological controls are directed
• Developing radiation exposure estimates and shielding goals, maintaining the radiological status of ships and facilities, and preparing radiological control agreements
• Providing deck-plate support and oversight of radiological work in the shipyard and at SUBASE, New London
• Investigating radiological problems to prevent or mitigate re-occurrence
• Leading projects for radiological innovation and process improvement
• Coordinating with other naval nuclear program shipyards and labs to maintain and improve corporate radiological controls procedures
• Reviewing and approving RADIAC calibration records
• Revising and developing RADIAC calibration procedures
• Implementing new RADIACs for use, ensuring procedures, calibrations, and supporting trainings are completed
• Troubleshooting RADIAC technical problems
• Ensuring end users have a full allotment of RADIACs, at all times
• Overseeing the RADIAC Calibration program

Qualifications

Required:

• BS in Engineering or similar technical field
• 0-4 years of related experience

Preferred:

• BS degree in Mechanical or Nuclear Engineering
• Experience in Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program (NNPP) Engineering, Test, Quality, New Construction and Overhaul and Repair work
• Radiological Control Manual - Nuclear Engineering Radiological Training Standard Qualification
• Previous experience in Radiological Controls
• Prior experience interfacing with engineering, operations, program management and Customer representatives (NAVSEA, Navy personnel, SUPSHIP, KAPL, etc.)
• Experience in the Metrology field
• Qualification as a radiation worker
• Qualification to handle byproduct radioactive sources and operate gamma and neutron irradiators
• Experience with shipyard and/or construction engineering support and specific nuclear/radiological experience

Skills

• Ability to read electronics drawings and schematics
• Knowledge of Radiological Controls Program requirements
• Strong technical writing, oral communication, and organizational skills
• Proficiency in use of MSOffice products
• Ability to qualify as a Radiation worker and to qualify to handle byproduct radioactive sources and operate gamma and neutron irradiators
• Ability to obtain a DOD Secret Level (or higher) Security Clearance
• Ability to support field and office work
• Proficiency in use of MSOffice products

Physical Qualifications

Climbing, Light Lifting

Environmental Attributes

Inside, Outside