Welcome to BWXT
We believe in empowering our employees and cultivating a dynamic workplace that fosters growth and collaboration. Whether you're an experienced professional or just starting your career, you'll find opportunities to challenge yourself, learn from seasoned experts, and contribute to nuclear innovation. We require a diverse range of skills to support our work in the markets that drive our business and welcome candidates from all backgrounds and life stages who are passionate about making a difference
Position Overview
BWXT is seeking an experienced Environmental/Waste Management professional to support environmental and waste management activities for BWSR. This position requires in-depth expertise in environmental and waste management requirements, along with general knowledge of related technical and regulatory areas.
The successful candidate will work independently, with guidance generally required only in the most complex situations, to ensure BWSR environmental and waste management programs comply with applicable federal, state, and local regulations. This position will use analytical thinking, technical expertise, and sound judgment to solve complex problems, recommend best practices, and develop solutions that support customer, operational, and project objectives.
Key areas of responsibility include waste characterization, packaging, storage and disposition; waste minimization and pollution prevention; compliance with RCRA, TSCA, CAA, CWA, NESHAP, NEPA, CERCLA, and DOT requirements; and applicable procedures, documentation, and recordkeeping.
Location
Naval Reactors Facility (NRF), Idaho
Your Day to Day
- Prepare sampling and analysis plans in accordance with SW-846 guidelines.
- Interpret laboratory analytical data and characterize materials for disposal in accordance with applicable RCRA and TSCA requirements and disposal facility waste acceptance criteria.
- Ensure work documents contain compliant characterization, management, packaging, and disposition instructions for project-generated PCB, hazardous, low-level radioactive, low-level mixed, asbestos, industrial, and universal wastes.
- Apply in-depth environmental and waste management expertise to identify and develop solutions to complex technical and regulatory issues.
- Interpret internal and external environmental and regulatory challenges and recommend best practices to improve processes and maintain compliance.
- Interface with the client to ensure BWSR is meeting NRF environmental and waste management objectives.
- Conduct self-assessments and safety observations to identify potential issues and opportunities for improvement.
- Assist in developing project- and task-level procedures to ensure applicable environmental and waste management requirements are identified and appropriately integrated into work documents.
- Provide technical leadership, consultation, and guidance to coworkers in resolving complex environmental and waste management issues.
- Assist with the administration and interpretation of applicable federal, state, and local environmental regulations.
- Monitor work activities to ensure employees follow applicable task work documents and associated environmental and waste management requirements.
- Support the Environmental/Waste Manager as required.
- May lead environmental and waste management projects or activities with moderate resource requirements, risk, and/or complexity.
- Perform other environmental and waste management-related duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in an applicable field.
- Minimum of 10 years of relevant environmental and/or waste management experience.
- Advanced degree may substitute for some years of experience
- In-depth expertise in environmental and waste management requirements and general knowledge of related technical and regulatory areas.
- Demonstrated ability to independently analyze and solve complex technical and regulatory problems using sound judgment.
- Ability to prioritize responsibilities and effectively work in a fast-paced environment.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills with the ability to effectively communicate with employees, supervisors, customers, and other stakeholders.
- Strong team player with the ability to develop effective relationships with internal and external customers.
- Ability to provide technical guidance and support to coworkers and contribute to the achievement of customer, operational, and project objectives.
- Must be a U.S. citizen with no dual citizenship.
- Must be able to obtain and maintain required security clearance.
- Must obtain and maintain appropriate radiological controls and other qualifications required for the position.
Preferred Qualifications
- Current DOE “L” security clearance.
- Previous experience in the nuclear or radiological field.
- Prior DOE and/or Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program (NNPP) experience.
What We Offer
- Competitive salary and benefits package, including health, dental, and retirement plans.
- Flexible work schedules and paid time off to promote a healthy work-life balance.
- Professional development opportunities, including mentorship programs and sponsorship for continuing education.
- An inclusive atmosphere that celebrates new perspectives and supports collaboration between different generations.
- The chance to be part of a mission-driven organization making a positive impact on the future of energy.
- Opportunities for continuous learning and training to grow throughout your career!
Pay: $86,000 - $136,000
The base salary range for this position at the start of employment is expected to be between $86,000 and $136,000 per year. However, the base salary offered is based on local job market factors and may vary further depending on factors specific to the selected job candidate, such as job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and other objective business considerations. Subject to these considerations, the total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, such as an annual cash incentive in addition to a full range of medical, retirement, and/or other benefits. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided at such time the selected job candidate receives an offer of employment. If hired, the selected job candidate will be employed 'at-will,’ unless employed at a location and in a position subject to a collective bargaining agreement. The company further reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment, compensation or benefit program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, company or individual department/team performance, and other market factors.
As a federal government contractor, BWX Technologies, Inc. and any subsidiaries, affiliates and related entities (“BWXT” or the “Company”) complies with all federal, state, and local laws and customer requirements regarding health and safety protocols. As such, all BWXT new hires will be required to adhere to applicable Company health and safety requirements within the workplace as a condition of employment.
Applicants selected will be subject to a Federal background investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information or matter. Position requires U.S. citizenship with (no dual citizenship) ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Energy (DOE) security clearance which involves an extensive criminal and financial background investigation, drug test and previous employment reference verifications.
BWXT is committed to the concept of Equal Employment Opportunity. We have established procedures to ensure that all personnel actions such as recruitment, compensation, career development, benefits, company-sponsored training and social recreational programs are administered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, protected veteran or other protected status.
BWX Technologies, Inc. and its affiliates and subsidiaries (BWXT) is not responsible for and does not accept any liability for fees or other costs associated with resumes or candidates presented by recruiters or employment agencies, unless a binding, written recruitment agreement between BWXT and the recruiter or agency exists prior to the presentation of candidates or resumes to BWXT and includes the specific services, job openings, and fees to be paid (“Agreement”). BWXT may consider any candidate for whom a recruiter or agency has submitted an unsolicited resume and explicitly reserves the right to hire such candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency unless an Agreement is in place prior to presentation and such Agreement explicitly encompasses the job opening for which such fees or costs are sought. An email, verbal or other informal contact with any person within BWXT will not create a binding agreement. Agencies or recruiters without an Agreement are directed not to contact any hiring managers of BWXT with recruiting inquiries or resumes. Recruiters and agencies interested in partnering with BWXT may contact BWXT’s Talent Acquisition team at talent_acquisition@bwxt.com
