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Navarro Research and Engineering · 23 hours ago

TRU Waste Certification Specialist II (3735)

Carlsbad, NM

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

10+ years exp

Navarro Research and Engineering is an award-winning federal contractor dedicated to partnering with clients to advance clean energy and deliver effective solutions for complex challenges in the nuclear and environmental fields. The TRU Waste Certification Specialist II will support the Department of Energy Carlsbad Field Office in overseeing compliance and operations related to TRU waste handling and management.

Environmental ConsultingTechnical SupportWaste Management

Growth Opportunities

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Performing oversight of WIPP site underground operations to ensure compliance with applicable requirements for the safe handling and emplacement of mixed TRU waste in the underground repository, as well oversight of general overall mining activities

This position will also collaborate with the facility representatives to provide oversight for all waste handling activities

Qualification

Waste characterizationNondestructive examination (NDE)Mixed radioactive waste managementWIPP waste acceptance requirementsField inspectionsReport preparationProcess knowledgeEnvironmental compliance

Required

Bachelor of Science degree in physical science, engineering, or technical discipline or related field (as approved by the Contracting Officer) AND 15 years of relevant experience

Master's degree in physical science, engineering, or technical discipline or related field (as approved by the Contracting Officer) AND 10 years of relevant experience

20 years of demonstrated knowledge and specialized experience at radioactive waste generator sites' waste characterization, certification, and transportation programs

Knowledge and experience in nondestructive examination (NDE) techniques and technologies

Management of mixed radioactive material and/or waste

Characterization of mixed radioactive waste to meet DOT and NRC transportation requirements

Knowledge of the WIPP hazardous waste facility permit and WIPP waste acceptance requirements

Experience performing field inspections and/or investigations and preparing reports relating to process knowledge, acceptable knowledge, waste stream definition, prohibited items, and waste stream approval process subject to RCRA and EPA requirements defined in 40 CFR §§ 194.08, 194.22, and 194.24

US citizenship is required