Senior Nuclear Safety Engineer: Lead Safety & Compliance

Consolidated Nuclear Security; Oak Ridge (TN); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Consolidated Nuclear Security in Oak Ridge, TN seeks a senior nuclear safety engineer to lead hazard evaluations and ensure regulatory compliance for Y-12 operations. You will develop safety basis documents, perform Unreviewed Safety Question Determinations, and mentor junior staff.

Required qualifications include a degree in engineering/physical sciences, U.S. citizenship, and the ability to obtain a DOE Q clearance. The role offers meaningful work supporting national security missions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or physical science with ABET accreditation or equivalent.
• Experience in nuclear safety and regulatory compliance in high-hazard operations.
• Ability to obtain DOE security clearance and U.S. citizenship.

Responsibilities

• Lead hazard evaluation studies and accident analyses.
• Identify safety controls to protect workers and the public.
• Perform Unreviewed Safety Question Determinations as needed.
• Maintain safety basis documentation and support project startups.
• Mentor junior team members and brief federal counterparts.

Skills

Hazard analysis

Regulatory compliance

Safety engineering

Strong communication

Education

Bachelor's in Engineering or Physical Science

ABET-accredited program

Job description

Consolidated Nuclear Security in Oak Ridge, TN seeks a senior nuclear safety engineer to lead hazard evaluations and ensure regulatory compliance for Y-12 operations. You will develop safety basis documents, perform Unreviewed Safety Question Determinations, and mentor junior staff.

Required qualifications include a degree in engineering/physical sciences, U.S. citizenship, and the ability to obtain a DOE Q clearance. The role offers meaningful work supporting national security missions.