Nuclear Engineering Supervisor

Nuclear Engineering Supervisor Niowave Inc. - 2.9 Lansing, MI Job Details Full-time 3 hours ago Qualifications Succession planning Radioactive material handling Team development Supervising experience Project management Bachelor's degree Decision making Nuclear radiation protection Cross-functional collaboration Manufacturing company experience Team motivation (leadership skill) Spectroscopic techniques Staff development Full Job Description Nuclear Engineering Supervisor Who we are… We are a team of scientists, engineers, technicians, and innovators dedicated to changing the world by developing medical isotopes to treat and eradicate cancer. We believe in building an environment where collaboration, curiosity, and camaraderie thrive. We also enjoy darts, cornhole, ping-pong, chili cook-offs, and other fun events that makes our company a community where we make a life, not just a living. Who you are… You are a seasoned professional who is inspired by developing team members to reach their greatest potential. You are energized by helping others succeed and by the opportunity to lead a team that serves every part of the organization. You model a "seek first to understand" environment and celebrate the journey as well as the destination. You wholeheartedly embrace leadership as a choice, a responsibility, and a remarkable privilege to positively impact the lives of others. What you can expect to work on… Niowave is an engineering/scientific playground where you will be engaged in supporting processes across multiple major programs that have a direct impact on cancer patient survival. The Nuclear Engineer Supervisor role encompasses leadership, technical excellence, and operational execution, while fostering a culture of safety, quality, continuous improvement, and the ideal staff member experience. Oversees the efforts for various aspects of nuclear engineering related to Radioisotope Production including: Accelerator target design and operation; isotope production target design, operation, and handling; nuclear measurements; radiation shielding; radioactive material handling; critical utilities handling radioactive material Leads day-to-day technical execution of the nuclear engineering team Supports cGMP readiness and process qualification for radioisotope manufacturing production Collaborates with various teams (Production, Quality, R D, etc.) to ensure successful implementation of process improvements Conducts troubleshooting and root cause analysis for production and MS&T issues. Maintain compliance with all cGMP and radiation safety procedures Supports preparation and review of technical documentation including SOPs, batch records, process descriptions, and validation protocols Sets KPIs, communicates key program updates, and drives improvements in quality, safety, and productivity to ensure KPIs are met Leads all operational efforts and identifies process improvements to increase efficiency and support strategic growth Leads and inspires a diverse team of skilled professionals What you need to succeed… Bachelor's degree in Physics, Nuclear Engineering or related field 8+ years of nuclear engineering experience including hands-on experience with the following: fundamental concepts in nuclear engineering including: radiation transport, radiation detection methods, radiation interactions with matter, and thermal hydraulics. research reactor neutronics, thermal-hydraulics, monitoring and controls, or auxiliary systems common spectroscopy setups (alpha, beta, gamma, neutron) and ability to detect, identify, and quantify radioactive materials reactor or accelerator benchmarking or measurement experiments handling open and sealed radioactive sources working in a regulated manufacturing environment, preferably NRC or FDA 3+ years of supervisory experience including day-to-day activities of a team of 6 or more with demonstrated ability to build cohesive teams, establish career development tracks, and succession planning Embraces and models the Niowave Core Values of Teamwork, Courage, Integrity, and Upright Zeal Develops and maintains good relationships, gains the confidence of others, and works effectively in a multidisciplinary matrix environment Understands how to integrate into a new team/organization Appreciates the current state of systems and processes and exercises sound judgment in proposing and implementing improvements Understands personal communication and learning styles and adapts approach to connect effectively with others Displays excellent interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills Possesses strong organizational and project management skills for self and teams Possesses a strong interest and ability to lead and develop staff members and teams Demonstrates strategic thinking with creative and excellent problem solving and decision-making skills with ability to critically interpret and use data to manage risk Great to have… Master's degree or PhD in Nuclear Engineering or related field 12+ years of nuclear engineering experience 5+ years of nuclear engineering knowledge for accelerator development/operations Hands-on experience utilizing lean manufacturing principles for continuous process improvements and/or certification (Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing, 5S) 5+ years of supervisory experience including day-to-day activities of a team of 8 or more with demonstrated ability to build cohesive teams, establish career development tracks, and succession planning Other things to know… Full-time position The company's standard operating hours are Monday thru Friday 6:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. with production related activities requiring 24/7/365 shifts This position will have regular working hours Monday - Friday within the standard operating hours There is an expectation of adjusting working hours outside the standard hours to meet operational requirements Niowave has multiple locations within the Lansing area and travel between locations is expected in the role Please provide a cover letter specifically describing the nature of your background and experience as it relates to this position.