Senior Manager, Radiation Safety
Pittsburgh, US
Are you interested in being part of an innovative team that supports Westinghouse’s mission to provide clean energy solutions? At Westinghouse, we recognize that our employees are our most valuable asset and we seek to identify, attract and recruit the most qualified talent while recognizing and encouraging the value of diversity in the global workplace.
About the role:
As a Senior Manager - Radiation Safety you will have experience in all aspects of a comprehensive Radiation Safety Program to ensure the safety of employees, the general public, and the environment. You will maintain compliance with state and federal regulations. You will manage a complex radiation safety program and provide technical guidance with support from a staff of radiation protection technicians.
This role is located in Churchill; PA. Relocation is available.
You will report to the Director - Churchill R&D Innovation and work a hybrid role.
Key Responsibilities:
- Steward the site's Broad Scope Radioactive Materials Program, Accelerator Program, and Radiation Generating Device Program.
- Perform preliminary reviews of proposed new uses and users of radioactive materials and formally discuss the proposal with the RSC for approval.
- Perform audits of all areas of use and individuals who are authorized to use byproduct material to ensure work is done observing the license, regulations, and user permit conditions.
- Steward the Emergency Response Program
- Steward the Environmental Monitoring Program as applicable
- Manage the Environment, Health, and Safety (EHS) team
- Help manage the non-ionizing radiation safety program
- Provide guidance to the radiation protection and environmental safety technicians
- Monitor main performance metrics to identify areas for improvement and implement changes.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in physics, Health Physics, Nuclear Engineering, or related field
5+ years of related RSO or RPM experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Certification as a Radiation Safety Officer or progress towards formal training certification. NRRPT or CHP is helpful. Must be vetted Trustworthy and Reliable, observing the Nuclear Regulatory Commission, PA Department of Environmental Protection and the Churchill Site Access Authorization Program.
You will have familiarization or experience working in a research laboratory setting with the presence of chemical, biological, or radiological hazards.
Demonstrated experience communicating technical information to multiple audiences is necessary.
Respond to emergencies involving radiological hazards.
We require the ability to pass drug and alcohol screening.
Required technical skills includes:
10CFR Part 61 calculations and decisions
10CFR Part 37 experience
Radiological Waste Shipping qualifications (49CFR including IATA)
NESHAPS/RCRA/CERCLA experience
Internal/external dosimetry experience (calculations and investigations)
Special Nuclear Material/NMSS reporting
Decommissioning
American Nuclear Insurer experience (as an insured)
Shielding design/calculations/application of shielding to reduce exposure
X-ray/accelerator/RGD experience
We are committed to transparency and equity in all of our people practices. The base salary range for this position, which is dependent upon experience, qualifications and skills, is estimated to be $144,000 to $180,000 per year.
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Why Westinghouse?
Our benefits package is tailored to meet the diverse needs of our employees, while also promoting wellness and career growth. The following are representative of what we offer:
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Comprehensive Medical benefits which could include medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contributions options
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Wellness Programs designed to support employees in maintaining their health and well-being including Employee Assistance Program providing support for our employees and their household members
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401(k) with Company Match Contributions to support employees' retirement
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Paid Vacations and Company Holidays
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Opportunities for Flexible Work Arrangements to promote work-life balance
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Educational Reimbursement and Comprehensive Career Programs to help employees grow in their careers
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Global Recognition and Service Programs to celebrate employee accomplishments and service
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Employee Referral Program
Westinghouse Electric Company is the global nuclear energy industry's first choice for safe, clean, and efficient energy solutions. We enable our delivery of this vision by living our value system:
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Safety and Quality
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Integrity and Trust
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Customer Focus and Innovation
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Speed and Passion to Win
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Teamwork and Accountability
While our Global Headquarters are located in Cranberry Township, PA, we have over 11,000 employees working at locations in 19 different countries. You can learn more by visiting http://www.westinghousenuclear.com.
Westinghouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities
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