Mechanical Engineer

Mechanical Engineer Position

The successful candidate will perform the full range of duties as a Mechanical Engineer in the Materials Safety and Licensing Branch. You will serve as a Sealed Source and Device Reviewer, responsible for safety reviews of sealed source and device applications and assist with the implementation of Nuclear Regulatory Commission policies, procedures, criteria, and guides for regulating the use of radioactive materials related to sealed sources and devices and other byproduct material uses.

You will perform a wide range of technical review, evaluation, coordination, and support functions. Such duties include but are not limited to:

• Responsible for technical safety reviews, including assessments of sealed sources and devices and other byproduct material systems.
• Reviews information relevant to the evaluation of radiological safety of license applications, technical reports, and special projects involving the regulation of byproduct material.
• Evaluates radiation incidents involving radioactive materials and recommends appropriate action.
• Helps solve challenging emerging engineering issues related to the licensing programs within the NRC's regulatory framework for byproduct material
• Supports efforts to develop policies and procedures and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and effectiveness in the incumbent's function areas.
• Provides advice and recommendations to division and office management in the incumbent's functional areas.