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At Idaho National Laboratory, you’ll play a critical role in securing the future of energy technology and national safety by identifying and mitigating risks in cutting‑edge facilities. Your work on hazard analyses and safety documentation supports INL’s legacy of pioneering innovation in nuclear energy and national security. By leading technical studies and collaborating with experts across the Laboratory, you’ll help establish the safety standards that protect workers, communities, and the nation’s scientific mission.

Idaho National Laboratory is hiring a Nuclear Safety Analyst to join our Facility Safety Engineering team at the Idaho Falls, Idaho location. This position works a 9x80 schedule with every other Friday off and reports to the Nuclear Safety Engineering Manager. You will manage Documented Safety Analyses (DSAs) and Technical Safety Requirements (TSRs), including updates, revisions, and new development, ensuring compliance with 10 CFR 830 Subpart B.

This is a collaborative, service‑oriented role requiring close engagement with facility operations, researchers, engineers, and project managers to develop practical, defensible safety solutions.

• Support implementation of the Nuclear Safety Program and ensure compliance with 10 CFR 830 and applicable DOE standards.
• Develop, revise, and maintain DSAs and TSRs for existing facilities, major modifications, and new facilities.
• Perform hazard identification, accident analyses, facility categorization, and safety system classification.
• Derive DSA commitments and TSR controls from analytical results to prevent or mitigate hazardous and radioactive material releases.
• Execute the Unreviewed Safety Question (USQ) process, including discovery USQs and Potential Inadequacies in the Safety Analysis (PISAs); develop interim controls and corrective action plans.
• Support facility operations through review of operating procedures, operational events, modifications, and long‑range planning activities.
• Manage assigned safety basis projects, establish interface agreements, track progress, and ensure schedule commitments are met.
• Develop safety controls that are technically sound and practical for operations to implement.
• Provide technical peer reviews of safety basis documentation.
• Utilize analytical methods and tools to support safety analyses; experience with MCNP or MicroShield is preferred.
• Build strong working relationships with facility personnel and stakeholders to ensure effective implementation of safety requirements.

• Level 4: Bachelor’s degree in Physics, Health Physics, Nuclear Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or related field and 9+ years of relevant experience, OR Master’s degree in a related field and 6+ years of relevant experience, OR PhD in a related field and 4+ years of relevant experience.
• Level 5: Bachelor’s degree in Physics, Health Physics, Nuclear Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or related field and 14+ years of relevant experience, OR Master’s degree in a related field and 8+ years of relevant experience, OR PhD in a related field and 6+ years of relevant experience.
• Experience developing technical safety documentation and performing hazard or accident analyses.
• Familiarity with DOE nuclear safety requirements (10 CFR 830, DOE‑STD‑3009) and/or NRC regulatory frameworks.
• This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Energy “Q” clearance, which requires US Citizenship.

• Advanced degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Nuclear Engineering, or Physics.
• Experience preparing or reviewing DSAs and TSRs for DOE or NRC‑regulated facilities.
• Experience implementing the USQ process.
• Coursework or experience in Probabilistic Risk Assessment (PRA).
• Experience with analytical software such as MCNP or MicroShield.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a service‑focused environment and develop practical, creative safety solutions.
• Recognition my national nuclear agencies.
• Involvement in technical standard committees.

• The pay range for this position is: The pay range for this position is: Level 4 ($114,360 - $234,336) / Level 5 ($137,076 - $281,196). At Idaho National Laboratory compensation decisions are determined using factors such as education, relevant experience, and other credentials.
• TDP: This is a testing designated position; you will be required to submit to a pre‑employment drug screen and periodic drug testing throughout the term of your employment.
• Multi‑Level: This is a multi‑level posting and you will be placed at the appropriate level dependent on depth and breadth of proven experience and skills.

While performing the duties of this classification, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, stoop, kneel, bend, and work in an office and field/laboratory environment. Dexterity sufficient to don and doff radioactive anti‑contamination garments, as well as use instrumentation to survey self and personal materials. The job requires hand/finger dexterity to keyboard or type, handle materials, manipulate tools, and reach with hands and arms. The job requires operation of job‑related equipment and driving a vehicle. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 35 pounds without assistance. Sufficient visual acuity and hearing capacity to perform the essential functions and interact with the public is required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

INL is a science‑based, applied engineering national laboratory dedicated to supporting the U.S. Department of Energy's mission in nuclear energy research, science, and national defense. With more than 6,300 scientists, researchers, and support staff, the laboratory works with national and international governments, universities and industry partners to change the world's energy future and secure our nation's critical infrastructure.

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401(k) with a 4.2% employer contribution and up to 4.8% match (regular positions) or self‑contribute access (postdoctoral positions)
• Paid time off (personal leave)
• Employee Education Program (tuition assistance for eligible positions)
• Benefit eligibility subject to multiple factors, including employment status and position classification.

At this time, BEA will not sponsor any H1‑B visas obtained outside of the United States of America (U.S.A.), including consular visas.

INL is a science‑based, applied engineering national laboratory dedicated to supporting the U.S. Department of Energy’s mission in nuclear energy research, science, and national defense. With more than 6,300 scientists, researchers, and support staff, the laboratory works with national and international governments, universities and industry partners to change the world's energy future and secure our nation's critical infrastructure.

Our mission is to discover, demonstrate and secure innovative nuclear energy solutions, other clean energy options and critical infrastructure.

Our vision is to change the world's energy future and secure our nation's critical infrastructure.

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