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Job Description
The Environmental Engineering team at the Kesselring Site is seeking an entry-level engineer who is eager to learn, grow, and make an impact!
In this role, you’ll gain hands-on experience supporting a variety of radiological, environmental, safety, and health initiatives that ensure our site remains compliant with company standards as well as federal and state regulations. This position is ideal for someone looking to build a strong foundation in environmental engineering within a highly regulated and safety-focused environment.
What You’ll Do:
- Assist in developing, implementing, and maintaining safety and environmental programs that protect both personnel and facilities.
- Participate in trend analysis, audits, accident investigations, and site inspections to evaluate processes, equipment, and workplace conditions.
- Support efforts to improve operational procedures, equipment design, and workflows to reduce potential hazards.
- Help create and maintain record?keeping systems that track and analyze personnel injury and illness data.
- Contribute to employee training sessions, emergency preparedness activities, and quality assurance initiatives.
- Provide technical support by interpreting regulatory requirements and assisting with compliance strategies.
- Stay up to date on environmental, safety, and health regulations and how they apply to site operations.
What This Role Offers:
- Exposure to a broad range of environmental and safety disciplines.
- Opportunities to collaborate with experienced engineers and grow your technical expertise.
- The chance to develop practical problem?solving, communication, and analytical skills that will support your long?term career growth.
Required Combination Of Knowledge And Skill
Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university in a related technical, engineering or science field; or Masters degree from an accredited college or university in a related technical, engineering or science field.
Preferred Skills
- Bachelors degree in Environmental Engineering or Environmental Science
- GPA of 3.0 or higher
- Prior internship/co-op experience in a related job field
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
Compensation And Benefits
- Health, Dental, Vision & Voluntary Benefits
- Disability, Life & Accident Insurance
- 401(k) Savings program & Capital Accumulation Plan
- Personal & Medical Time Off
- Paid Parental Leave
- Flexible Work Schedules
- Tuition Assistance for Eligible Employees
- Student Debt Benefit Personal Time Off Sell Program
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Wellness Program
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Pay Range
$63,900.00 - $97,800.00 annually
Salary information provided is a general guideline only. Annual salary is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.
The Naval Nuclear Laboratory is operated for the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) by Fluor Marine Propulsion, LLC (FMP), a wholly owned subsidiary of Fluor Corporation. Naval Nuclear Laboratory personnel are FMP employees who work at four DOE facilities: Bettis Atomic Power Laboratory, Knolls Atomic Power Laboratory, Kenneth A. Kesselring Site, and Naval Reactors Facility, and at the U.S. Department of Defense-owned Nuclear Power Training Unit-Charleston. FMP employees also have an established presence at numerous shipyards and vendor locations. For nearly 70 years, the Naval Nuclear Laboratory has developed advanced nuclear propulsion technology, provided technical support, and trained world-class nuclear operators to ensure the safe and reliable operation of our nation's submarine and aircraft carrier Fleets. The Naval Nuclear Laboratory is a national asset solely dedicated to the Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program. We rely on the dedication and innovation of our nearly 8000 engineers, scientists, technicians, and support personnel.
All candidates must be U.S. citizens. Applicants selected will be subject to a Federal background investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified matter. FMP is a government contractor and maintains a drug free workplace and workforce. All candidates must be able to pass a drug test in compliance with FMP company policy and 10 CFR 707. Marijuana is a Federal Schedule I controlled substance and illegal under Federal Law. Therefore, FMP is required to test for marijuana.
Fluor Marine Propulsion, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vets. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, sex, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other criteria protected by federal, state, or local law.
