Nuclear Engineer

Niowave•Lansing, MI

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Niowave is seeking a Nuclear Engineer to support the development, testing, implementation, and operation of radioisotope production systems. This role involves calculations, experimental testing, nuclear measurements, and data analysis. The Nuclear Engineer will also contribute to system design, radioactive material handling, and the development of technical procedures. This position offers the opportunity to work on major programs with a direct impact on cancer patient survival in an environment that fosters collaboration, curiosity, and camaraderie.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Nuclear Engineering or related field or equivalent education/experience
3+ years’ experience performing Nuclear Engineer or related work (includes applicable hands-on internship experience)
Knowledge, familiarity, and experience with fundamental concepts in nuclear engineering including: radiation transport, radiation detection methods, radiation interactions with matter, and thermal hydraulics
Knowledge, familiarity, and experience with research reactor neutronics, thermal-hydraulics, monitoring and controls, or auxiliary systems
Knowledge, familiarity, and experience with common spectroscopy setups (alpha, beta, gamma, neutron) and ability to detect, identify, and quantify radioactive materials
Embraces and models the Niowave Core Values of Teamwork, Courage, Integrity, and Upright Zeal
Develops and maintains good relationships, gains the confidence of others, and works effectively in a multidisciplinary matrix environment
Understands how to integrate into a new team/organization
Appreciates the current state of systems and processes and exercises sound judgment in proposing and implementing improvements
Understands personal communication and learning styles and adapts approach to connect effectively with others
Displays excellent interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills
Possesses strong organizational and project management skills
Demonstrates technical documentation discipline
Possesses ability to manage priorities and meet deadlines
Demonstrates sound analytical and problem-solving capability with ability to critically interpret and use data to manage risk

Nice To Haves

Advanced degree in Nuclear Engineering or related field or equivalent education/experience
7+ years’ experience performing Nuclear Engineer or related work
Experience includes: fundamental concepts in nuclear engineering including: radiation transport, radiation detection methods, radiation interactions with matter, and thermal hydraulics
Experience includes: research reactor neutronics, thermal-hydraulics, monitoring and controls, or auxiliary systems
Experience includes: common spectroscopy setups (alpha, beta, gamma, neutron) and ability to detect, identify, and quantify radioactive materials
Experience includes: reactor or accelerator benchmarking or measurement experiments
Experience includes: handling open and sealed radioactive sources
Experience includes: working in a regulated manufacturing environment, preferably NRC or FDA

Responsibilities

Provides technical support to Radioisotope Production teams
Leads or supports development efforts for various aspects of Radioisotope Production including: Accelerator target design and operation, Isotope production target design, operation, and handling, Nuclear measurements, Radiation shielding, Radioactive material handling, Heat transfer and fluid flow, Radiation protection, Critical utilities handling radioactive material
Safely handles and manages solid and dispersible forms of radioactive materials in accordance with established radiation safety protocols
Develops, maintains, and updates standard operating procedures (SOPs), work instructions, and technical documentation to support safe and efficient operations
Conducts data analysis, interpretation, and technical documentation for experiments and related research activities