Senior Reactor Operator & Engineering Technologist

Penn State University; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 65,508 - 94,980; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

75% tuition discount

Job summary

Penn State University Breazeale Reactor seeks an Engineering Technologist to supervise and operate the reactor as a licensed Senior Reactor Operator. The role includes handling samples, preparing for irradiation, and ensuring regulatory compliance under NRC and DOT rules.

The position requires a Bachelor's Degree and 1+ years of related experience, with weekend/evening work possible. The facility offers a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree required.
• 1+ years of relevant experience required.
• Federal background checks and safety training required.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and operate the Breazeale Reactor as a Senior Reactor Operator.
• Report results to customers for all samples and prepare irradiation materials.
• Maintain gamma spectroscopy systems and liquid nitrogen supplies weekly.
• Prepare and submit reports to PADEP on water quality where applicable.
• Manage billing for FNI, FFT, and Neutron Transmission customers.
• Participate in emergency response and reactor requalification programs.

Skills

Reactor operation experience

NRC/USNRC compliance

Regulatory safety awareness

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Gamma spectroscopy

Liquid nitrogen handling

Gas flow proportional counters

Job description

Penn State University Breazeale Reactor seeks an Engineering Technologist to supervise and operate the reactor as a licensed Senior Reactor Operator. The role includes handling samples, preparing for irradiation, and ensuring regulatory compliance under NRC and DOT rules.

The position requires a Bachelor's Degree and 1+ years of related experience, with weekend/evening work possible. The facility offers a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for professional development.