Nuclear MC&A Engineer Position Available In Anderson, Tennessee
Tallo's Job Summary: The Nuclear MC&A Engineer at X-energy LLC is responsible for supporting material control and accounting of special nuclear material at the TRISO-X Facility. Duties include developing programs, investigating anomalies, and overseeing nuclear measurement equipment. A Bachelor's degree in engineering is required, with a salary range of $71,190 - $98,875. Full-time position with benefits offered.
Job Description
Job Description:
X-energy LLC conducts a thorough recruiting process and willnever issue offers without interview to discuss qualifications andresponsibilities. All applications will be submitted via ourcompany career page, www.x-energy.com/careers/ . We will never askyou to provide payment information as part of the recruitingprocess. If anyone claiming to represent X-energy directs you in amanner otherwise, please contact us at www.x-energy.com/contact-us. Job Description This role is responsible for providing technical capabilities tosupport material control and accounting of special nuclear material(SNM) used in the operation of the TRISO-X Facility, a uranium fuelfabrication facility. Facility operations used to process, handle,and store SNM will be licensed by the Nuclear Regulatory Commission(NRC) under 10 CFR 70, supported by applicable sections of 10 CFR51, 20, 71, 73, and 74, among others. Job Profile Tasks/Responsibilities Develop/review/revise/implement material control and accountingprograms and procedures. Identify, interpret, and apply material control and accountingregulations, consensus standards, and best practices that pertainto site operations and management of nuclear materials. Create,document, and manage related technical requirements. Support planning and preparation activities for the periodicphysical inventory of SNM in accordance with pertinent regulationsand the Fundamental Nuclear Material Control Plan. Investigate, identify corrective actions, and resolve materialcontrol and accounting issues and anomalies. Support the Item Control program to track and monitor SNM inthe facility through definition of items of SNM, approval of newcontainer types, container and location identification methods(unique ID number, bar codes, etc.), container contents, and use oftamper indicating devices. Perform Item Monitoring activities to verify the accuracy ofthe SNM accounting database by conducting periodic inspectionsand/or measurements of individual items in storage or processareas. Administer the Tamper Indicating Device (TID) program to ensureSNM measured values are protected, to facilitate physical inventoryactivities, and to ensure that SNM has not been removed orcontainer contents changed without following proper procedures.
Program activities include device selection, procurement,distribution, application, removal, destruction, inventory, andrecord keeping of TIDs. Perform physical inventory calculations using operational dataand reconcile physical inventory data against accounting bookrecords. Oversee and/or support instrument selection, performancespecification development, procurement, installation, use,maintenance, and periodic testing/calibration of nuclearmeasurement equipment. Perform initial calibrations, qualifications, andcertifications for instruments and methods. Provide technical oversight for nuclear measurements andnon-destructive assay methods, techniques, and equipment; datacollection; and routine data entry. Provide direction, mentoring, training, and evaluation ofpersonnel assigned to support the material control and accountingprogram to ensure nuclear measurement equipment is operated safely,reliably, in control, and produces data of the requisitequality. Support regulatory interactions and inspections conducted bythe NRC and IAEA. Collaborate with others to prepare responses to questions fromregulatory authorities. Consult with and advise operations, maintenance, andengineering personnel on item control and/or nuclear measurementmatters and the impacts of new or proposed changes to processes,procedures, and facility designs/modifications. Conduct surveillances, inspections, walk-downs, investigations,and audits/assessments of licensed activities and unusual incidentsto ensure compliance with approved regulatory licenses, permits,and procedures. Develop/revise/deliver regulatory training to operations,maintenance, and other personnel. Provide support to the emergency response team. Participate in regulator and/or industry led regulatoryactivities. Maintain professional demeanor and behavior at all times in allforms of communication. Perform other duties as assigned by manager. Job Profile Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in engineering from an accredited college oruniversity required. Zero to two years of experience with nuclear materialsafeguards, physical inventory protocols, item control, andmeasurement systems/controls.
Location:
151 Lafayette Drive, Suite 300,
Oak Ridge, TN Work Site Expectations:
5 days a week in office
Travel:
10%
Hours:
8:00am-5:00pm, Mon-Fri Compensation As required by Maryland and other applicable state law, X Energy,LLC (X-energy) lists the expected compensation range for a publiclyadvertised job opportunity based upon the job requirements (e.g.education/training, experience, skill sets, etc.). Individualcandidates who meet the job requirements for the posted positionwill be offered a salary within this range based on theirrespective levels of education/training, experience, and otherqualifications unique to them. Salary ranges may vary based on thespecific office location and region referenced in the posting totake into consideration differences in cost of living and may notbe reflective of all regions. Please note that compensation rangeslisted for US job postings reflect base salary only and do notinclude benefits or other incentives. A reasonable estimate for this position at the level of experiencerequired is: $71,190 – $98,875 Position Job Classification Full time – Exempt Benefits X Energy, LLC offers a robust benefits package that includes a 401Kplan with an employer match, Medical/Dental /Vision Insurance, Lifeand Disability Insurance, Paid Time Off, and a TuitionReimbursement/Professional Development policy that supports thecontinuing education of our employees. An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants willreceive consideration for employment without regard to race, color,religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, nationalorigin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminatedagainst on the basis of disability. X Energy, LLC participates in E-Verify. Please visit the linksbelow for more information about E-Verify and the protection ofyour Right to Work.
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