Senior Nuclear Engineer

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Job Description

What You'll Be Doing:

• Conduct research on new materials of special interest in nuclear reactors.
• Conduct studies related to the detection and control of radiation and radioactive contaminants.
• Study nuclear fuel cycle to define most economical uses of material and safest means of waste products disposal
• Recommend various technology options or approaches for system, processes, facility or program improvements in terms of safety, performance, efficiency or costs.
• Manage the programmatic and technical requirements and development of relevant planning documents. Manage the planning and design of engineering-scale demonstration and test facilities as needed.
• Collaborate with other agencies and industry in addressing the regulatory, technical, and institutional issues to enable the licensing, construction and operation of fuel cycle facilities.
• Collaborate with the nuclear industry to assure coordination of technical goals regarding the research activities and/or the design, construction, and operation of fuel cycle research and demonstration facilities.
• Provide engineering and technical support for the construction, overhaul, testing, and operations of propulsion and reactor plant components.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and industry standards.
• Develop and implement radiation safety protocols to ensure a safe working environment.
• Conduct site visits and inspections to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.

Required Skills You'll Bring

• Bachelor's degree in Nuclear or Mechanical engineering.
• Minimum of [20] years of experience in nuclear engineering, with a focus of development of diverse skillsets
• Familiarity with various nuclear codes and standard, as well as common nuclear engineering software.

Desired Skills You'll Bring

• Communicates effectively orally and in writing. Present ideas clearly and in professional manner. Develops cooperative working relationships and open communication within and across groups, to work towards solutions that benefit all involved parties. Seeks expertise, advice and perspectives from a variety of sources.
• Effective communication and leadership abilities.
• Able to manage responsibilities and meet deadlines without supervision.

Minimum Clearance Required to Start: DOE-Q

This position will be a casual hire and will be part of our Federal Solutions team.

Security Clearance Requirement: A security clearance is not required to apply; however, the selected candidate must be able to obtain a Department of Energy (DOE-Q) clearance which requires U.S. citizenship, prior to the start date.

Salary Range: $42.50 - $74.38

Parsons is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected status.