Radiation Safety Officer

Edgewater Technical Associates is seeking qualified candidates for a Radiation Safety Officer opportunity in East TN.

Job Description

The Radiation Safety Officer (RSO) is responsible for developing, implementing, and overseeing the site radiation protection program to support safe pre-production and production operations. This role ensures compliance with applicable radiological safety regulations and company requirements while supporting operational readiness and safe work execution.

The RSO will establish and manage the site radiological permitting program, including development of Radiological Work Permits (RWPs), procedures, exposure controls, and monitoring requirements. Working closely with operations, engineering, maintenance, and ES&H personnel, the RSO promotes a strong culture of radiological safety and continuous improvement across the facility.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain the site Radiation Protection Program and radiological permitting processes in compliance with regulatory and company requirements
• Establish and administer Radiological Work Permits (RWPs), radiological procedures, and work control requirements
• Conduct radiological hazard assessments, contamination surveys, exposure evaluations, and workplace monitoring activities
• Implement radiological monitoring, dosimetry, contamination control, and exposure tracking programs
• Provide radiological safety oversight for work activities, operational readiness reviews, and hazard analyses
• Investigate radiological incidents and recommend corrective and preventive actions
• Support emergency preparedness and radiological response activities
• Develop and deliver radiation safety training programs for employees, contractors, and visitors
• Maintain radiological records, permits, reports, and compliance documentation
• Interface with regulatory agencies, auditors, and site management regarding radiation protection matters
• Collaborate with operations and ES&H teams to integrate radiological safety into daily operations and support continuous improvement initiatives
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Health Physics, Radiation Protection, Nuclear Engineering, Physics, Environmental Science, or a related technical field is preferred. Equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.
• 5 years of experience in radiation protection, health physics, or radiological safety in a nuclear, industrial, research, or regulated environment
• Experience developing and implementing radiation protection and radiological permitting programs
• Strong knowledge of radiation protection principles, contamination control, dosimetry, and applicable regulatory requirements
• Experience supporting radiological work planning, RWPs, operational readiness, and field oversight activities required
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and the ability to work effectively with personnel at all levels
• Relevant certifications such as Certified Health Physicist (CHP), NRRPT, or equivalent are preferred
• Requires proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and radiological data management systems
• Must be able to work effectively in both office and industrial/radiological environments
  
  

Preferred Experience

• Experience supporting startup, commissioning, or pre-operational readiness activities
• Experience in DOE, NRC, or other highly regulated nuclear or radiological environments
• Familiarity with Process Safety Management (PSM) and integrated ES&H programs
• Experience supporting emergency response and incident investigation activities
  
  

Other Job Requirements

• United States Citizenship
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DOE security clearance, if required
  
  

If you are interested in being considered for this position and your resume clearly outlines your relevant experience for this position, please follow the application steps via our website: www.edgewatertech.net/careers

Edgewater will not submit your resume without first having detailed discussions with you and obtaining your permission to do so. We look forward to hearing from you!

WORKING WITH EDGEWATER TECHNICAL ASSOCIATES

Founded in 2003, Edgewater Technical Associates, LLC (Edgewater) is a New Mexico-based small business headquartered in Los Alamos, NM, with five (5) regional offices across the United States to locally support their growing presence at project sites. Edgewater has a proven track record and is a trusted provider of fixed-price construction projects, engineering, and technical services for the Department of Energy (DOE), National Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC), Canadian Commercial Nuclear Industry, and private sector commercial contractors involved in nuclear, high-hazard, or complex operations. Edgewater’s experience and guidance ensure that its customers perform hazardous operations, comply with regulatory requirements, and maintain the highest quality and safety standards.

Originally founded to support the Los Alamos National Laboratory, Edgewater now supports customers across the U.S. and Canada. Edgewater has five offices, with corporate headquarters in Los Alamos, NM and regional offices in Carlsbad, NM; Oak Ridge, TN; Aiken, SC; and Richland, WA.

Edgewater is committed to recruiting and maintaining a staff of highly skilled professionals to support our customers. In keeping with this objective, we offer highly competitive salaries and employee benefit packages structured to best suit your needs. We offer multiple individual and family benefit options including paid time off, medical, dental, life, vision, and disability insurance, and a pre- and post-tax 401 (k) retirement account with Company matching contributions and 100% vesting for eligible participants beginning DAY 1.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Edgewater is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veterans, or individuals with disabilities in accordance with EO 14173.

View all Edgewater opportunities at www.edgewatertech.net/careers