Health Physicist

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-based company, BWXT is a Fortune 1000 and Defense News Top 100 manufacturing and engineering innovator that provides safe and effective nuclear solutions for global security, clean energy, environmental restoration, nuclear medicine and space exploration. With more than 7,800 employees, BWXT has 14 major operating sites in the U.S., Canada and the U.K. We are the sole manufacturer of naval nuclear reactors for U.S. submarines and aircraft carriers.

Our company supplies precision manufactured components, services and fuel for the commercial nuclear power industry across four continents. Our joint ventures provide environmental restoration and operations management at a dozen U.S. Department of Energy and NASA facilities. BWXT’s technology is driving advances in medical radioisotope production in North America and microreactors for various defense and space applications. For more information, visit  .

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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

Does a career focused on challenging and diverse radiation protection activities supporting numerous nuclear technologies at an NRC Category I Licensee interest you? If so, we have just the opportunity you re looking for! BWXT, Nuclear Operations Group - Lynchburg is seeking experienced professionals interested in continuing their careers as a Health Physicist or Radiological Engineer in our Lynchburg facilities!

Location: On-site in Lynchburg, Virginia

Your Day To Day As a Health Physicist

• The successful candidate is responsible for regulatory compliance assessments, radiological safety oversight and providing radiological site characterization and remediation support.
• Health Physics professionals will also perform internal dose assessments and environmental release modeling.
• The successful candidate will perform radiological evaluations for configuration management of new or changing facilities, equipment, processes, and procedures.
• The successful candidate will also perform routine surveillance, inspections and audits where material is used and stored to ensure compliance with agreement State and Federal License requirements.
• The successful candidate will provide operating areas with specific radiation protection professional input and oversight.
• They will maintain and operate computer codes for Shielding, Bioassay, Environmental Dispersion, Emergency Response, etc.

Required Qualifications

• This position requires a Bachelor s degree in Health Physics or related engineering or science degree.
• Wide industry experience such as, CNMT, NPP, Uranium and TRU is desired.
• This position requires strong written and verbal communication skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Word, and Excel.
• This position requires a pre-employment drug screen and periodic drug testing throughout the term of employment.
• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) "Q" clearance.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certification by the American Board of Health Physics (ABHP) is preferred.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package, including health, dental, and retirement plans.
• 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: $76,000 - $119,000

The base salary…