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sealaska

Waste Management Manager

Los Alamos, NM

The Waste Management Manager will support the management of all aspects of groundwater sampling ... Department of Energy (DOE) National Nuclear Security Administration's Los Alamos National ...

sealaska

Waste Management Manager

Los Alamos, NM · On-site

The Waste Management Manager will support the management of all aspects of groundwater sampling ... Department of Energy (DOE) National Nuclear Security Administration's Los Alamos National ...

BWXT

Waste Management Spec Senior

Erwin, TN

$86K - $136K/yr

Nuclear Fuel Services (NFS) is a division of BWX Technologies. At BWX Technologies, Inc. (NYSE ... Requisition Number: 55781 Waste Management Specialist Sr Position Overview: This position is ...

sealaska

Waste Management Manager

Los Alamos, NM

The Waste Management Manager will support the management of all aspects of groundwater sampling ... Department of Energy (DOE) National Nuclear Security Administration's Los Alamos National ...

sealaska

Waste Management Manager

Los Alamos, NM

The Waste Management Manager will support the management of all aspects of groundwater sampling ... Department of Energy (DOE) National Nuclear Security Administration's Los Alamos National ...

sealaska

Waste Management Manager

Los Alamos, NM

The Waste Management Manager will support the management of all aspects of groundwater sampling ... Department of Energy (DOE) National Nuclear Security Administration's Los Alamos National ...

BWX Technologies

Waste Management Spec Senior

Erwin, TN · On-site

$86K - $136K/yr

Nuclear Fuel Services (NFS) is a division of BWX Technologies. At BWX Technologies, Inc. (NYSE ... Requisition Number: 55781 Waste Management Specialist Sr Position Overview: This position is ...

sealaska

Waste Management Manager

Los Alamos, NM · On-site

The Waste Management Manager will support the management of all aspects of groundwater sampling ... Department of Energy (DOE) National Nuclear Security Administration's Los Alamos National ...

Woocheen

Waste Management Manager

Los Alamos, NM · On-site

$125K - $135K/yr

The Waste Management Manager will support the management of all aspects of groundwater sampling ... Department of Energy (DOE) National Nuclear Security Administration's Los Alamos National ...

Sealaska

Waste Management Manager

Los Alamos, NM · On-site

$125K - $135K/yr

The Waste Management Manager will support the management of all aspects of groundwater sampling ... Department of Energy (DOE) National Nuclear Security Administration's Los Alamos National ...

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As of Aug 23, 2026, the average yearly pay for nuclear waste management in the United States is $115,106.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $109,500.00 and $131,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Nuclear Waste Management job involves the safe handling, transportation, storage, and disposal of radioactive waste produced by nuclear power plants, medical facilities, and research institutions. Professionals in this field ensure compliance with strict safety regulations to protect human health and the environment. They may work on developing waste containment strategies, monitoring radiation levels, and researching long-term storage solutions.

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Infographic showing various Nuclear Waste Management job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 90% In-person, 5% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $115,106 per year, or $55.3 per hour.

Junior Engineer Waste Management

Westinghouse Electric Company, LLC

Cranberry, NC • Hybrid

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 21 days ago

Job description

Are you interested in being part of an innovative team that supports Westinghouse's mission to provide clean energy solutions? At Westinghouse, we recognize that our employees are our most valuable asset and we seek to identify, attract and recruit the most qualified talent while recognizing and encouraging the value of diversity in the global workplace.

About the role:

Waste Management is an engineering group providing technical services for worldwide clients. These services are in the area of radioactive waste management, including waste collection, waste handling, waste treatment and packaging, and waste discharge. You will prepare engineering documents (calculations, system and operational descriptions, licensing documents, and procurement specifications)

This group offers process system design, unit process design, regulatory/licensing interface support, bid development, and overall facility design integration. We support clients in new reactor development, operating plants, and end of life decommissioning/dismantling projects.

This position is a hybrid role 2 days/week on-site at the Westinghouse Global Headquarters facility in Cranberry Woods, PA in the Greater Pittsburgh Area.

You will report into the Senior Manager Waste Management.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Manage system/facility requirements for waste management, equipment sizing calculations, support of process optimization projects.
  • Collaboration with drafting to develop system diagrams (flow, instrumentation and control, general arrangement and layout)
  • Participation in preparation of proposals (technical descriptions, calculation of efforts, client requirement identification and management)
  • Work in international teams (position based in US, collaboration with US and European technical and business teams)
Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in mechanical or chemical engineering from an accredited university or college
  • 0 or more years of experience (full-time work experience or internships/co-ops).
  • Technical interest, understanding of project priorities and teamwork abilities.
  • We prefer knowledge about fluid systems design, nuclear waste management systems, or water purification system design (ion exchange, reverse osmosis, filtration), but do not require it.
  • Experience with general programming languages (MATLAB, PYTHON)
  • Proficiency in additional languages in addition to English

We are committed to transparency and equity in all of our people practices. We estimate the base salary range for this position, which is dependent upon qualifications, to be 58,400 to 73,000 per year.

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Why Westinghouse?

Our benefits package is tailored to meet the diverse needs of our employees, while also promoting wellness and career growth. The following are representative of what we offer:

  • Comprehensive Medical benefits which could include medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contributions options

  • Wellness Programs designed to support employees in maintaining their health and well-being including Employee Assistance Program providing support for our employees and their household members

  • 401(k) with Company Match Contributions to support employees' retirement

  • Paid Vacations and Company Holidays

  • Opportunities for Flexible Work Arrangements to promote work-life balance

  • Educational Reimbursement and Comprehensive Career Programs to help employees grow in their careers

  • Global Recognition and Service Programs to celebrate employee accomplishments and service

  • Employee Referral Program

Westinghouse Electric Company is the global nuclear energy industry's first choice for safe, clean, and efficient energy solutions. We enable our delivery of this vision by living our value system:

  • Safety and Quality

  • Integrity and Trust

  • Customer Focus and Innovation

  • Speed and Passion to Win

  • Teamwork and Accountability

While our Global Headquarters are located in Cranberry Township, PA, we have over 11,000 employees working at locations in 19 different countries. You can learn more by visiting http://www.westinghousenuclear.com.

Westinghouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities

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