Qualified Emergency Planning Hazard Assessment Analyst

Savannah River Site - Aiken, SC

Employment Type

Full-Time /Onsite

Clearance Type

DOE Q Clearance (Position will be cleared to this level)

Job Summary / Overview

Omega Technical Service has an excellent opportunity for a Senior Engineer -Qualified Emergency Planning Hazard Assessment Analyst.

The Qualified Emergency Planning Hazard Assessment Analyst will support the Savannah River Nuclear Solutions (SRNS) Nuclear & Criticality Safety Engineering (N&CSE) organization in the development of emergency preparedness documentation for various nuclear facilities at the Savannah River Site (SRS). As a qualified Emergency Planning Hazard Assessments analyst, primary duties are to participate in the development, preparation, and/or review of All-Hazards Surveys, Emergency Planning Hazards Assessments (EPHAs), and related technical documents. This includes participating in planning and hazards analysis meetings, developing accident analyses using barrier analysis (e.g., failure of engineered barrier, failure of administrative barrier or control), and performing Emergency Planning Zone (EPZ) and Emergency Action Level (EAL) evaluations. This also includes performing consequence assessments using ALOHA, HotSpot, EPIcode, or related computer codes.

General Responsibilities

• Scope technical tasks and develop creative solutions to assigned problems. Begin using systems and meeting requirements with minimal supervisory guidance. Understands and applies advanced knowledge of discipline's standard theories, concepts, principles, and techniques; has working knowledge of standard engineering/scientific practices and applications. Accepts complex tasks and receives minimal guidance from senior professionals. Provide limited guidance and direction to less senior engineering professionals. May delegate portions of the detail work to less senior personnel.
• Incorporate conventional engineering or scientific practices and a variety of complex features (such as complicated technical requirements, application of new or special materials or processes, and difficult coordination or oversight requirements) into problem solving and program planning. Develop alternate solutions to existing problems. Perform all detail work necessary to determine best solutions.
• Prepare costs and schedule estimates on proposed projects/tasks in assigned area. Evaluate proposals and make recommendations based on proposed projects/tasks in area of assignment. Demonstrate cost and schedule consciousness through timely completion of assigned tasks and projects. Carry out development and qualification programs on tasks concurrent with other phases (such as design and fabrication) to better evaluate and minimize future problems.
• Prepare manuals and other documents supporting or publicizing the technical effort. Demonstrate creative ability through medium of patent disclosures, problem solving, engineering reports, technical papers, and articles.

Minimum Job Requirements:

• Candidate must be a U.S. Citizen.
• Prior experience providing EPHA support to facilities in the Department of Energy (DOE) complex or nuclear industry is required.
• Previous experience with implementation of DOE O 151.1 Comprehensive Emergency Management System and its implementing Guide DOE G 151.1-2 Technical Planning Basis through the authorship of EPHAs and/or development of All-Hazards Surveys is required.
• Experience in using ALOHA, HotSpot, EPIcode, or related codes is required.
• DOE "Q" security clearance.
• Ability to work in a diverse work environment.
• Satisfactory results of a pre-employment screening, which includes a background check and drug screening.

Education/Experience:

• Degree in applicable science or engineering discipline: (a) Entry level with PhD degree; (b) MS degree with 2-4 years experience; or (b) BA/BS degree with 5-10 years experience.
• Alternative education, when paired with significant relevant experience, will be considered at the discretion of the manager.

Desired Skills:

• Candidateswho have possessed an active DOE clearance (L or Q) within the past two (2) years are preferred.
• Experience in using ALOHA, HotSpot, and/or EPIcode is preferred.
• Previous experience at SRS is preferred.

Work Location:

Hybrid-up to 50% (Telework must be local) Local candidates or willing to relocate at the candidate's expense.

Anticipated Work Schedule:

7am - 5:30 pm, Mon - Thu

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

Successful candidates will be able to perform the essential functions of the job with reasonable accommodation. This job posting reflects management's assignment of essential functions, and the descriptions listed do not restrict management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

Contract Duration

One (1) year with the option to extend for two (2) additional one (1) year options.

Why Omega Technical Services?

Omega Technical Services is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business and a trusted partner supporting the Department of Energy, Department of Defense, and other government clients on mission-critical projects. We offer competitive pay, benefits, and the opportunity to work on impactful projects in national security and technology.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

Omega Technical Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, or status as a qualified individual with a disability or protected veteran.