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Obsidian Solutions Group LLC

Assess Chemical, Biological, Radiological, and Nuclear (CBRN) preparedness, response planning, training, and integration with installation emergency management activities. * Review emergency ...

Obsidian Solutions Group

Assess Chemical, Biological, Radiological, and Nuclear (CBRN) preparedness, response planning, training, and integration with installation emergency management activities. * Review emergency ...

Obsidian Solutions Group LLC

Assess Chemical, Biological, Radiological, and Nuclear (CBRN) preparedness, response planning, training, and integration with installation emergency management activities. * Review emergency ...

International Executive Service Corps

$83 - $124/hr

... NPW emergency preparedness across multiple commands. Proven ability to develop, revise, and maintain emergency response plans, operational procedures, and training programs for nuclear and ...

Obsidian Solutions Group LLC

Assess Chemical, Biological, Radiological, and Nuclear (CBRN) preparedness, response planning, training, and integration with installation emergency management activities. * Review emergency ...

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A Nuclear Emergency Preparedness job involves developing plans, procedures, and training programs to ensure a coordinated response to nuclear emergencies. Professionals in this role work with government agencies, power plants, and emergency responders to mitigate risks, protect public safety, and comply with regulatory requirements. Responsibilities may include conducting drills, assessing threats, and ensuring readiness for radiological incidents. Strong knowledge of emergency management, radiation safety, and regulatory guidelines is essential.

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Professionals in Nuclear Emergency Preparedness spend their days developing and updating emergency plans, conducting risk assessments, coordinating training exercises, and ensuring regulatory compliance with federal and state agencies. Much of the work involves collaborating with emergency response teams, local government officials, and technical specialists to prepare for a variety of nuclear incident scenarios. You may also be responsible for running simulation drills, analyzing plan effectiveness, and providing public information when needed. These activities help build a culture of readiness and ensure an organized, efficient response in the event of an actual nuclear emergency.

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Emergency Preparedness Engineer, Experienced

Naval Nuclear Laboratory

West Milton, NY • On-site

$106K - $166K/yr

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 26 days ago

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Job description

About Us

Working at the Naval Nuclear Laboratory we foster pride in belonging to an organization whose culture is made up of these core values: Trust, Empowerment, and Collaboration. Our company promotes a positive culture while ensuring the safety and reliability of our nation's naval nuclear reactors, and training the Sailors who operate those reactors in the U.S. Navy's submarines and aircraft carrier Fleets. Looking for a lifetime career? Apply today!

Job Description

The Kesselring Site Emergency Preparedness (EP) Unit is seeking an experienced Engineer to contribute to KS' non-nuclear/non?radiological hazard preparedness in partnership with our Emergency Response Organization (ERO). This role will be critical to maintaining site emergency response readiness and mitigation efforts, with a strong focus on complying with the program's implementation of DOE Order 151.1D. This position works to manage the KS compliance of program requirements regarding non-nuclear/non-radiological hazards in coordination and alignment with representatives from the other NNL DOE sites. This role offers opportunities to gain experience in the incident command field, have a mix of office and field work, and chances to benchmark practices at other Program sites.

As part of this role, the selected candidate will be responsible for KS' compliance to the program requirements stemming from the implementation of DOE Order 151.1D, this includes major site deliverables such as the Annual Stakeholders Preparedness Report and tri-annual Threat and Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment. You will have the opportunity to work directly with multiple leaders across site from both the Site and ERO leadership teams in order to develop and clarify requirements and provide update briefs to major items. You will help develop and evaluate major exercises for KS ERO, working with the rest of the EP unit along the way.

Required Combination of Knowledge and Skill
Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university in a related technical, engineering or science field and a minimum of 9 years of relevant experience; or Masters degree from an accredited college or university in a related technical, engineering or science field and a minimum of 7 years of relevant experience; or Doctorate degree from an accredited college or university in a related technical, engineering or science field and a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience; or Currently an Principal Reactor Training Engineer, Refueling Engineer, or Field (RPCO) Engineer at the Company.
Preferred Skills
  • Experience in project management
  • Experience with team building and working with cross sectional teams
  • Strong presentation skills
Compensation and Benefits
  • Health, Dental, Vision & Voluntary Benefits
  • Disability, Life & Accident Insurance
  • 401(k) Savings program & Capital Accumulation Plan
  • Personal & Medical Time Off
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Flexible Work Schedules
  • Tuition Assistance for Eligible Employees
  • Student Debt Benefit Personal Time Off Sell Program
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Wellness Program
  • Visit us online to view all NNL benefits!
Pay Range
$106,200.00 - $166,000.00 annually
Salary information provided is a general guideline only. Annual salary is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

The Naval Nuclear Laboratory is operated for the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) by Fluor Marine Propulsion, LLC (FMP), a wholly owned subsidiary of Fluor Corporation. Naval Nuclear Laboratory personnel are FMP employees who work at four DOE facilities: Bettis Atomic Power Laboratory, Knolls Atomic Power Laboratory, Kenneth A. Kesselring Site, and Naval Reactors Facility, and at the U.S. Department of Defense-owned Nuclear Power Training Unit-Charleston. FMP employees also have an established presence at numerous shipyards and vendor locations. For nearly 70 years, the Naval Nuclear Laboratory has developed advanced nuclear propulsion technology, provided technical support, and trained world-class nuclear operators to ensure the safe and reliable operation of our nation's submarine and aircraft carrier Fleets. The Naval Nuclear Laboratory is a national asset solely dedicated to the Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program. We rely on the dedication and innovation of our nearly 8000 engineers, scientists, technicians, and support personnel.

All candidates must be U.S. citizens. Applicants selected will be subject to a Federal background investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified matter. FMP is a government contractor and maintains a drug free workplace and workforce. All candidates must be able to pass a drug test in compliance with FMP company policy and 10 CFR 707. Marijuana is a Federal Schedule I controlled substance and illegal under Federal Law. Therefore, FMP is required to test for marijuana.

Fluor Marine Propulsion, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vets. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, sex, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other criteria protected by federal, state, or local law.

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