Nuclear Engineer​/Health Physicist

Job Overview

SC&A is seeking a mid‑level nuclear engineer/health physicist with experience in environmental assessments and safety evaluations of nuclear facilities for federal and/or state agencies, specifically uranium mills and in‑situ uranium recovery facilities.

• Evaluate facilities for potential environmental impacts, including hydrogeological, human health, safety, and air quality considerations.

• Conduct safety and environmental evaluations, document findings, and provide recommendations.

• Reference safety and environmental evaluations previously performed and cite them.

• Bachelor’s degree in an appropriate discipline.

• At least 5 years of experience in this field.

• Experience using radiation codes such as RESRAD, Micro Shield, and MILDOS (preferred).

U.S. citizenship and the ability to obtain a security clearance are required.

Preferred location:
Washington, D.C. area. Qualified candidates will be considered throughout the United States.

• Medical, dental, short‑ and long‑term disability, basic personal accident insurance, 529 savings plan, basic life insurance.
• 15 days paid time off (PTO) per year and recognition of 11 holidays.
• 401(k) and profit‑sharing plan (typically 5% of salary directly into 401(k)).

SC&A does not accept third‑party applications or agency inquiries. Phone calls are not accepted for any position.

Job descriptions are not intended as and do not create employment contracts. SC&A maintains its status as an at‑will employer. Employees can be terminated for any reason not prohibited by law. Candidates are required to pass a background screening prior to employment.