Associate Health Physicist or Health Physicist (Radiological Engineer)

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Savannah River Mission Completion (SRMC) is seeking an Associate Health Physicist or Health Physicist (Radiological Engineer) to be based in our Aiken, SC location on the Savannah River Site (SRS). 
The Associate Health Physicist or Health Physicist provides technical guidance in support of company radiological designs and modifications. Calculates, analyzes, establishes, and incorporates proper radiological protection controls to prevent or minimize adverse effects to onsite personnel, the surrounding public, and the environment.

An Associate Health Physicist (Grade 65):

• Applies limited use of Radiological Engineering and health physics principles learned through formal education and work experience for multiple facilities/projects as assigned.
• Provides technical, operational, and regulatory guidance on radiological protection issues.
• Performs limited assessments, calculations, and analysis to determine monitoring for proper radiological protection controls and shielding required to meet or exceed company/regulatory standards, while considering the economic impacts under general supervision. 
• Prepares technical documentation and models to support calculations.
• Manages (tracking, estimating, etc.) and communicates changes to assigned schedule.
• Conducts peer review of tests and calculations for standard projects under general supervision.
• Becomes familiar with facilities, projects, processes, and regulatory procedures based on guidance from colleagues and supervisor.
• Supports senior members of the group while working independently on less complex tasks. 
• Serves as subject matter expert (SME) for radiation protection procedures that perform limited radiological calculations, calibrations, data reviews, regulatory reviews, and assessments. 
• Performs research and analyzes new equipment to support the development of cost-effective solutions and improvements.
• Other duties as assigned.

Bachelor’s degree in nuclear engineering, health physics or applicable science or engineering discipline from an accredited college or university. 

 

This is a multi-level posting. Candidate(s) selected to receive an offer will be offered the position level commensurate with their experience and qualifications.

Preferred qualifications for an Associate Health Physicist (Grade 65):

• Internship(s) held within nuclear weapons facilities, demolition and destruction Site or nuclear power plant facilities.
• Basic understanding and knowledge of general health physics principles; fundamental knowledge of related disciplines.
• Familiarity with MCNP, SCALE, Origen ARP, MicroShield, HOTSPOT codes.

Savannah River Mission Completion (SRMC), a prime contractor for the US Department of Energy, is responsible for managing the Department of Energy’s Savannah River Site’s Liquid Waste operations contract. Located in Aiken, South Carolina, SRMC is a limited liability company formed by nuclear operations and environmental remediation global leaders BWXT, Amentum, and Fluor. The SRMC Team is responsible for the closure of waste tanks, the operation of the Savannah River Site’s Defense Waste Processing Facility, tank farm operations and associated production and disposal facilities.  www.savannahrivermissioncompletion.com

Savannah River Mission Completion offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits package with flexibility to meet your needs. 

Highlights of our plans include:

• 401k Retirement Savings Plan – 5% immediate company contribution, additional matching for employee contributions
• Health Insurance & Prescription Drug Program
• Health Savings Account
• Telehealth with BlueCare on Demand
• Dental Coverage
• Vision Coverage
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Includes 160 hours annual paid time off (accrued monthly), plus 11 paid holidays
• Life and Accident Coverage
• Disability Coverage
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Reimbursement

USD $56,388.00/Yr.
USD $112,632.00/Yr.
Exceptions to this range/rate may be applied on a case-by-case basis taking into account aspects such as education, experience, and skill need of the organization.

Savannah River Mission Completion is committed to equal employment opportunity to employees and qualified applicants regardless of their race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, status as a parent, sexual orientation, or genetics. Our equal employment opportunity policies encompass all aspects of the employment relationship, including application and hiring, promotion and transfer, selection for training opportunities, wage and salary administration.