HukariAscendent is a Woman-Owned, Small Business specializing in comprehensive engineering and technical support services associated with commercial nuclear power and Department of Energy (DOE) nuclear activities.

We are seeking qualified candidates to perform the following:

Duties:
Support the National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA) Capital Projects in the areas of Nuclear & Criticality Safety Engineering support associated with the Savannah River Site (SRS). Provide technical assistance in developing nuclear safety documents and analyses, technical safety requirements, and related technical support documentation. Ensure that the developed nuclear safety documentation complies with requirements and as necessary, applicable controls are implemented in field procedures. Conduct Nuclear Safety Program Assessments, Facility Readiness Assessments and Implementation Verification Reviews and maintain Program Manuals in accordance with 10 CFR 830, DOE O 413.3, DOE O 420.1, DOE-STD-1189, DOE- STD-3009 and related standards and guides.

Needed Qualifications:
Education:
BS degree in Engineering, Math, or Science and 15 years of experience in the nuclear safety industry supporting the Department of Energy (DOE) or the commercial nuclear industry.
Experience/Skills:
Previous experience with implementation of 10 CFR 830, DOE O 413.3, DOE O 420.1, DOE- STD-1189, DOE-STD-3009 and related standards and guides is required. Familiar with Nuclear Criticality Safety Programs and considered a Nuclear Safety Subject Matter Expert. Proficient performing Nuclear Safety Program Assessments, Facility Readiness Assessments, and Implementation Verification Reviews. Proven ability to solve complex problems in the field. Work history demonstrating personal accountability for project schedules, deadlines, budgets, and the safe performance of work. Understands and applies discipline's advanced theories, concepts, and art with advanced knowledge of related disciplines. Peer recognition as an expert.
- Support the SRNS Nuclear & Criticality Safety Engineering organization in the development, review, and implementation of nuclear safety documentation for NNSA Capital Projects as directed at the Savannah River Site.
- Provide technical assistance in developing and reviewing nuclear safety documents and analyses, technical safety requirements, and related technical support documentation.
- Provide technical assistance in developing and reviewing documentation required by DOE-STD-1189 including Safety Design Strategy, Conceptual Safety Design Report and Preliminary Documented Safety Analysis.
Ensure that the developed nuclear safety documentation complies with requirements and as necessary, applicable controls are implemented in field procedures. Demonstrate a minimum of 15 years of recent experience in the nuclear safety industry through support of the Department of Energy (DOE) or the commercial nuclear industry.
- A combination of education and experience will be considered where candidate has an advance degree.
- Previous experience with the use and implementation of 10 CFR 830, DOE O 413.3, DOE O 420.1, DOE-STD-1189, DOE-STD-3009 and other related
directives and standards is required.
- Previous experience in leading/facilitating teams to develop inputs for PDSA Chapters 3, 4, 5.
- Direct experience developing PDSA/DSA Chapter 3 including development of accident scenarios, incorporation of accident analysis calculations and incorporation of hazards analysis results for an existing facility or project is required.
- Direct experience developing PDSA/DSA Chapter 4 sections for SSCs and Specific Administrative Controls including safety function, functional requirements, performance criteria, and system evaluation is required.
- Direct experience developing PDSA/DSA Chapter 5 sections for Safety Limits, Limiting Control Settings, Limiting Conditions for Operation, Surveillance Requirements, Specific Administrative Controls, Design Features, and Interfaces is required.
- Demonstrate personal accountability for facility/project schedules, deadlines, budgets, and the safe performance of work, and proficiency in developing safety basis documentation.
- Previous experience in developing, reviewing, and maintaining SRS safety basis documents is preferred.
- Demonstrated previous SRS nuclear safety engineering experience is preferred.

Duration: 12 months

HukariAscendent offers an excellent benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, 401(k) plan, and paid time off.

Opportunities with HukariAscendent change frequently. For a complete listing of our current openings, please visit our website at https://www.hukari.com.

HukariAscendent is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to age, disability, race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran or military status including disabled veterans and Vietnam era veterans, or other protected status.

HukariAscendent maintains a drug-free workplace.