About this role
Savannah River Nuclear Solutions (SRNS) is seeking a Principal Technical Advisor to provide advanced technical leadership and Commercial Grade Dedication (CGD) subject matter expertise in support of the Savannah River Plutonium Processing Facility (SRPPF) Project Team.
The selected candidate will support the qualification of applicable Safety Class and Safety Significant (SC/SS) structures, systems, and components (SSCs), including CGD plan development, technical reviews, and recommendations regarding SSC qualification decisions.
This position requires extensive technical expertise, independent judgment, and the ability to resolve complex organizational, operational, and programmatic challenges. The Principal Technical Advisor will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, project leadership, and external stakeholders to support technical compliance, operational performance, and project objectives.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in a physical science field, such as chemistry, physics, or biology, or an engineering discipline, such as chemical, nuclear, electrical, or mechanical engineering.
- Typically 15–20 years of relevant professional experience, preferably including nuclear-related assignments and direct operations management.
- An advanced degree, such as a master's or PhD/doctorate, may proportionally reduce the required years of experience.
- Advanced knowledge in relevant technical disciplines, such as analytical chemistry, radiochemistry, nondestructive examination techniques, reactor physics, statistics, or plant operations.
- Demonstrated ability to evaluate and resolve complex technical, operational, and programmatic issues.
- Ability to provide technical leadership and guidance to multidisciplinary teams.
- Strong analytical, organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills.
- Ability to work independently with limited direction while coordinating with management and technical personnel.
- Ability to interpret and apply technical policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
- Ability to obtain and maintain a DOE Q security clearance. An active clearance is not initially required.