Radioactive Materials Inspector and Licensing

State of Maine • Augusta, ME

6d • $26 - $36

About The Position

In this role, you’ll take the lead on licensing and inspecting the use of radioactive materials across Maine. This is hands-on, real-world work where you’ll build expertise in radiation safety, support public health, and play a key role in ensuring regulations are applied in meaningful ways, not just on paper. You’ll split your time between fieldwork, collaboration with partner agencies, and independent project ownership, giving you the chance to develop both technical and professional skills early in your career.

What makes this role unique: This is a small, supportive team where people genuinely help each other succeed. No two days look the same, you might be in the office one day and in the field the next. The role includes travel across Maine, including time outdoors in some of the State’s most interesting and scenic locations. You’ll work alongside and learn from a wide range of partners, including Maine Emergency Management Agency (MEMA), the National Guard Civil Support Team (CST), the Department of Environmental Protection (DEP), hospitals, nuclear power facilities, Portsmouth Naval Shipyard, paper mills, and manufacturing sites. There are strong opportunities for training and skill development This is a rare chance to gain exposure to environments and work experiences that most people never get to see.

Requirements

• A Bachelors Degree in Environmental, Civil, Sanitary, Mechanical, or Chemical Engineering, or related Engineering field.
• For non-engineering college graduates and non-degreed candidates: Certification of Engineer-in-Training as issued by the Maine State Board of Licensure for Professional Engineers.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of and experience with radiation measurement devices and mathematics related to health physics
• Experience interpreting and administering state and federal radiation control laws, regulations, and procedures, including inspection, licensing, and enforcement activities pertaining to radioactive materials.
• Experience communicating information pertaining to health physics to the regulated community, state and federal agencies, non- governmental organizations, or the public.

Responsibilities

• Reviewing and approving licenses for radioactive material use.
• Helping shape and update regulations that align with federal standards.
• Investigating issues and complaints, and working directly with facilities to resolve them.
• Leading on-site inspections across a wide range of industries.
• Turning your findings into reports, recommendations, and policy input.
• Participating in and eventually leading training opportunities.
• Supporting emergency response efforts when needed.
• Recommending safety improvements that directly impact public health.
• Overseeing indoor tanning facility registrations and conducting inspections as needed.

Benefits

• Work-Life Fit – Rest is essential. Take time for yourself using 13 paid holidays, 12 days of sick leave, and 3+ weeks of vacation leave annually. Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and overtime-exempt employees receive personal leave.
• Health Insurance Coverage – The State of Maine pays 85%-100% of employee-only premiums ($12,845.82 - $15,112.76 annual value), depending on salary.
• Health Insurance Premium Credit – Participation decreases employee-only premiums by 5%.
• Dental Insurance – The State of Maine pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums ($395.72 annual value).
• Retirement Plan – The State contributes the equivalent of 14.11% of the employee's pay towards the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS).
• Parental leave is one of the most important benefits for any working parent. All employees who are welcoming a child—including non-birthing and adoptive parents—receive six weeks of fully paid parental leave.
• State employees are eligible for an extensive and highly competitive benefits package, covering many aspects of wellness.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees