Plans, designs, and oversees construction and operation of nuclear fuels reprocessing systems. Researches and experiments to determine acceptable methods of reclaiming various types of nuclear fuels. Oversees nuclear fuels reprocessing system construction and operation, conferring with construction supervisory and operating... [+] More

Plans, designs, and oversees construction and operation of nuclear fuels reprocessing systems. Researches and experiments to determine acceptable methods of reclaiming various types of nuclear fuels. Oversees nuclear fuels reprocessing system construction and operation, conferring with construction supervisory and operating personnel. Job is distinguished by the requirement for advanced study in the field of nuclear and environmental engineering.

Designs nuclear fuel reclamation systems and equipment for pilot plants. Communicates with vendors and contractors, and computes cost estimates of reclamation systems. Writes project proposals and submits them to company review board. Studies safety procedures, guidelines, and controls, and confers with safety officials to ensure that safety limits are not violated in design, construction, or operation of systems and equipment. Tests system equipment and approves equipment for operation. Monitors operations to detect potential or inherent problems. Initiates corrective actions and orders plant shutdown in emergency situations. Identifies operational and processing problems and recommends solutions. Maintains log of plant operations, and prepares reports for review by plant officials. [-] Less

Plans, designs, and oversees construction and operation of nuclear fuels reprocessing systems. Researches and experiments to determine acceptable methods of reclaiming various types of nuclear fuels. Oversees nuclear fuels reprocessing system construction and operation, conferring with construction supervisory and operating... [+] More

Plans, designs, and oversees construction and operation of nuclear fuels reprocessing systems. Researches and experiments to determine acceptable methods of reclaiming various types of nuclear fuels. Oversees nuclear fuels reprocessing system construction and operation, conferring with construction supervisory and operating personnel. Job is distinguished by the requirement for advanced study in the field of nuclear and environmental engineering.

Designs nuclear fuel reclamation systems and equipment for pilot plants. Communicates with vendors and contractors, and computes cost estimates of reclamation systems. Writes project proposals and submits them to company review board. Studies safety procedures, guidelines, and controls, and confers with safety officials to ensure that safety limits are not violated in design, construction, or operation of systems and equipment. Tests system equipment and approves equipment for operation. Monitors operations to detect potential or inherent problems. Initiates corrective actions and orders plant shutdown in emergency situations. Identifies operational and processing problems and recommends solutions. Maintains log of plant operations, and prepares reports for review by plant officials. [-] Less

Supervises and coordinates activities of workers engaged in melting reclaimed dross and scalpings, casting molten scrap into ingots, and alloying aluminum with metals, such as copper, nickel, and iron. Studies condition (paper-covered, dirty, glass-mixed) and type of incoming scrap to... [+] More

Supervises and coordinates activities of workers engaged in melting reclaimed dross and scalpings, casting molten scrap into ingots, and alloying aluminum with metals, such as copper, nickel, and iron. Studies condition (paper-covered, dirty, glass-mixed) and type of incoming scrap to determine melting process, and documents information on planning chart. Confers with other departments to determine alloys to be used and priority of casting. Performs duties as described under supervisor. [-] Less

Studies behavior of... [+] More

Studies behavior of various fuels and fuel configurations in differentiated reactor environments to determine the safest and most efficient usage of nuclear fuels, applying theoretical and experiential knowledge of reactor physics and thermal and metallurgical characteristics of nuclear fuels and fuel cell claddings. Analyzes available data and consults with other scientists to determine parameters of experimentation and suitability of analytical models. Designs fuels behavior tests and coordinates activities of experimental research team in performance and analysis of test operations.

Monitors test reactor indicators of factors such as neutron power level, coolant level, and vital pressure, temperature and humidity readings, and changes, or modifies procedures to meet test goals. Synthesizes analyses of test results and prepares technical reports to disseminate findings and recommendations. Formulates equations that describe phenomena occurring during fissioning of nuclear fuels, and develops analytical models for nuclear fuels research. [-] Less

Devises and... [+] More

Devises and directs research, training, and monitoring programs to protect personnel from radiation hazards. Develops inspection standards, radiation exposure limits for personnel, safe work methods, and decontamination procedures, and evaluates surrounding areas to ensure that radiation is not in excess of permissible standards.

Directs testing and monitoring of equipment and recording of personnel and plant area radiation exposure data. Assists in developing standards of permissible concentrations of radioisotopes in liquids and gases. Requests bioassay samples from individuals believed to be exposed. Conducts research pertaining to potential environmental impact of proposed atomic energy related industrial development to determine qualifications for licensing. Requisitions and maintains inventory of instruments. Instructs personnel in principles and regulations related to radiation hazards. Advises public authorities on methods of dealing with radiation hazards and procedures to be followed in radiation incidents, and assists in civil defense planning. If position is in health care field, may evaluate performance of therapeutic radiation equipment utilized in medical treatment of patients. If the position is involved with research, design, development, or standards, may conduct research to develops criteria for design and modification of health physics equipment, such as detectors and counters, to improve radiation protection. May calibrate equipment to assure radiation dosages are as specified. May consult on non-routine medical treatments involving radiation dosages. May instruct radiation technologist or medical personnel on medical physics. May consult with scientific personnel regarding new experiments to determine that equipment or plant design conforms to health physics standards for protection of personnel. May specialize in research concerning decontamination of radioactive equipment and work areas in nuclear plants, laboratories, and other facilities and be designated accordingly. [-] Less

Prepares and renders radiopharmaceuticals in diagnostic and therapeutic studies, utilizing variety of equipment and following prescribed procedures. Prepares stock solutions of radiopharmaceutical materials, calculates doses, and administers doses, under direction of physician. Calibrates equipment. Performs diagnostic studies on patients as... [+] More

Prepares and renders radiopharmaceuticals in diagnostic and therapeutic studies, utilizing variety of equipment and following prescribed procedures. Prepares stock solutions of radiopharmaceutical materials, calculates doses, and administers doses, under direction of physician. Calibrates equipment. Performs diagnostic studies on patients as prescribed by physician, using scanners or scintillation cameras to detect radiation emitted and to produce image of organ on photographic film. Typically requires specialized certification.

Measures radioactivity, using Geiger counters, scalers, and scintillation detectors. Administers therapeutic doses of radiopharmaceuticals under direction of physician. Follows radiation safety techniques in use and disposal of radioactive materials. [-] Less

Uses radioactive materials to diagnose and treat disease.

Nuclear medicine differs from radiography in that studies the physiologic and metabolic processes of the body. Performs diagnostic studies of blood and urine, including radioimmunoassay, volume and dilution studies. Interviews and examines patients... [+] More

Uses radioactive materials to diagnose and treat disease.

Nuclear medicine differs from radiography in that studies the physiologic and metabolic processes of the body. Performs diagnostic studies of blood and urine, including radioimmunoassay, volume and dilution studies. Interviews and examines patients and records supplementary data. Interprets images and data and collaborates with medical and/or dental staff regarding the diagnoses of cases. Monitors quality control of radionuclide preparation, administration and disposition to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements. Provides instruction to Nuclear Medicine Technologists regarding desired dosages, techniques, positions and projections. Serves as a consultant in the diagnostic and therapeutic use of radioactive pharmaceuticals. This position requires a Medical Doctor with completion of a residency program in nuclear medicine. May participate in the delivery of graduate medical education in nuclear medicine. [-] Less

Plans, researches, analyzes, and evaluates proposed and existing methods of transportation, handling, and storage of nuclear fuel to preclude accidental nuclear reaction or exposure at nuclear facilities. Determines potential hazards and accident conditions that may exist in fuel handling and... [+] More

Plans, researches, analyzes, and evaluates proposed and existing methods of transportation, handling, and storage of nuclear fuel to preclude accidental nuclear reaction or exposure at nuclear facilities. Determines potential hazards and accident conditions that may exist in fuel handling and storage, and recommends preventive measures. Reviews and evaluates fuel transfer and storage plans.

Studies reports of nuclear fuel characteristics to determine potential or inherent problems. Reads blueprints of proposed storage facilities and visits storage sites to determine adequacy of storage plans. Forecasts nuclear fuel criticality (point at which nuclear chain reaction becomes self-sustaining), given various factors that may exist in fuel handling and storage, using knowledge of nuclear physics and computer modeling. Summarizes findings and writes reports. Confers with project officials to resolve situations where hazard is beyond acceptable levels. Prepares proposal reports for handling and storage of fuels to be submitted to regulatory review boards. Studies existing procedures, and recommends changes or additions to guidelines and controls to ensure prevention of self-sustaining nuclear chain reaction and exposure. [-] Less

Researches and develops processes, instruments, and systems used to derive the benefits from nuclear energy and radiation. Researches problems of nuclear energy systems; designs and develops nuclear equipment; and oversees testing, operation, and maintenance of nuclear reactors.

Plans and conducts nuclear... [+] More

Researches and develops processes, instruments, and systems used to derive the benefits from nuclear energy and radiation. Researches problems of nuclear energy systems; designs and develops nuclear equipment; and oversees testing, operation, and maintenance of nuclear reactors.

Plans and conducts nuclear research to discover facts or to test, prove, or modify known nuclear theories concerning release, control, and utilization of nuclear energy. Evaluates findings to develop new concepts of thermonuclear analysis and new uses of radioactive processes. Plans, designs, and develops nuclear equipment such as reactor cores, radiation shielding, and associated instrumentation and control mechanisms. Studies nuclear fuel cycle to define most economical uses of nuclear material and safest means of waste products disposal. Monitors nuclear tests and examines operations of facilities that process or utilize radioactive or fissionable material to ensure efficient functioning and conformance with safety specifications, regulations, and laws. Prepares technical reports, utilizing knowledge obtained during research and development activities and inspection functions. May direct operating and maintenance activities of operational nuclear facility. May specialize on nuclear fuel cycle of production, handling, use, and safe disposal of waste produced by nuclear energy. [-] Less

Plans and runs tests on nuclear machinery and equipment. Oversees and conducts environmental, operational, or performance tests on machinery and equipment, controls, and systems. Designs and directs engineering and technical personnel in fabrication of testing and test-control apparatus and equipment.

Directs... [+] More

Plans and runs tests on nuclear machinery and equipment. Oversees and conducts environmental, operational, or performance tests on machinery and equipment, controls, and systems. Designs and directs engineering and technical personnel in fabrication of testing and test-control apparatus and equipment.

Directs and coordinates engineering activities concerned with development, procurement, installation, and calibration of instruments, equipment, and control devices required to test, telemeter, record, and reduce test data. Determines conditions under which tests are to be conducted and sequences and phases of test operations. Directs and exercises control over operational, functional, and performance phases of tests. Confers with scientific, engineering, and technical personnel to resolve testing problems, such as product or system malfunctions, incomplete test data, and data interpretation, considering such factors as conditions under which test was conducted and instrumentation, procedures, and phase of test used to obtain and record data. Analyzes and interprets test data and prepares technical reports for use by engineering and management personnel. May use computer-assisted engineering software and equipment. [-] Less