Environmental, Safety & Health Compliance Engineer Safety; Senior
Listed on 2026-11-02
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Engineering
Environmental Engineer, Environmental Compliance & Protection, Safety Engineer
Working at the Naval Nuclear Laboratory we foster pride in belonging to an organization whose culture is made up of these core values:
Trust, Empowerment, and Collaboration. Our company promotes a positive culture while ensuring the safety and reliability of our nation’s naval nuclear reactors, and training the Sailors who operate those reactors in the U.S. Navy’s submarines and aircraft carrier Fleets.
The Environmental, Safety & Health (ESH) Compliance Engineer is a member of the ESH Department in the Operations Oversight Unit at the Moored Training Ships (MTS). This position provides environmental, safety, and health oversight and technical support to Navy and NNL organizations at Nuclear Power Training Unit (NPTU) Charleston. As a member of the ESH Operations Oversight unit, the engineer provides leadership, oversight, and technical guidance for key safety and environmental programs that support safe nuclear operations and maintenance.
Areas of responsibility include confined space entry, asbestos controls, elevated work, hazardous energy control, industrial hygiene, environmental permitting and environmental compliance. The engineer plays an integral role in the development and enforcement of Naval Reactors Program ESH requirements, evaluating personnel injuries, supporting investigations of occupational safety and health events, and driving continuous improvement in ESH performance. Additional responsibilities include conducting compliance assessments, providing technical guidance to line organizations, participating in the ESH Drill Program and Emergency Response Organization, and providing backup support to other ESH personnel as needed.
The successful candidate will work closely with Navy and civilian personnel, Naval Reactors, and Joint Base Lindsey Graham safety and environmental representatives to promote compliance, strengthen safety culture, and ensure the safe operation and maintenance of NPTU Charleston facilities.
Be able to qualify as a Radiation Worker
Required Combination of Knowledge and SkillBachelors degree from an accredited college or university in a related technical, engineering or science field and a minimum of 6 years of relevant experience; or Masters degree from an accredited college or university in a related technical, engineering or science field and a minimum of 4 years of relevant experience; or Doctorate degree from an accredited college or university in a related technical, engineering or science field and a minimum of 1 year of relevant experience;
or Currently an Senior Reactor Training Engineer, Refueling Engineer, or Field (RPCO) Engineer at the Company.
- Familiarity with OSHA and OSH standards and requirements.
- Familiarity with federal environmental regulations
- Previous qualification and experience as a nuclear operator
- Experience engaging with personnel (Naval Reactors Representative's Office and ).
- Experience participating in or leading cross-functional teams.
- Ability to qualify as a radiation worker
- 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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$95,700.00 - $ 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…
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