Waste Management Principal II (3087)

Navarro Research and Engineering, Inc. is recruiting for a Waste Management Principal II in Paducah, KY.

Navarro Research & Engineering is an award-winning federal contractor dedicated to partnering with clients to advance clean energy and deliver effective solutions for complex challenges in the nuclear and environmental fields. Joining Navarro means being a part of an exceptional team committed to quality and safety while also looking for innovative strategies to create value for the client’s success. Headquartered in Oak Ridge, Tennessee, Navarro has active programs in place across the nation for DOE/NNSA, NASA, and the Department of Defense. 

Under limited supervision, performs Waste Management job functions as assigned by management. Typical job responsibilities include assisting and supporting management in ensuring that the site Waste Management function operates in a manner that is safe, cost effective and fully compliant with Four Rivers Nuclear Partnership Paducah Deactivation and Remediation Project procedures and all regulatory requirements. The specific work assignment may include duties or activities that assist and support management in one or more of the following functional areas, in addition to other duties as assigned:

 Recognized on-site as a Subject Matter Expert in the requirements of assigned job duties supporting Waste Management functional areas such as waste characterization, waste stream certification, waste disposition planning, nuclear materials transfer, transportation and/or other related areas

 Assignments are usually self-initiated

 Serves as team lead for Waste Engineers and sets priorities within the group

 Makes significant contributions to the development, implementation and maintenance of Waste Management programs and procedures

 Conducts investigations and prepares reports to project management

 Ensures Waste Management activities are in compliance with applicable laws, regulations and project policies

 Provides technical expertise to other function across the organization

 Provides technical and/or functional support to the Waste Management team

 Performs duties complex in nature

 Other job related duties as assigned

 Maintains knowledge of and demonstrates ability to perform work safely in accordance with all approved safety policies, procedures and applicable regulations and performs assigned duties in a safe manner

 Actively participates in Safety Work Groups

Requirements

• MS degree in a related field and 10 years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience is required. Typical experience 15+ years.

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills

• Knowledge of, and experience with, nuclear facility operations

• Good working knowledge of, and experience with, DOE nuclear facility safety including technical safety requirements, processes and reporting requirements

• Attention to detail
• Intermediate PC skills including Microsoft software
• DOE “L” or “Q” clearance or ability to obtain a DOE “L” or “Q” clearance

Due to the nature of the government contract requirements and/or clearances requirements, US citizenship is required. 

Navarro is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with a disability.

EEO Employer/Vet/Disabled

Benefits

• Short Term & Long Term Disability
• Paid Time Off (Vacation & Public Holidays)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)