Safeguards Specialist

Join us at Urenco USA (UUSA), where we're leading the way in nuclear energy innovation. Our state-of-the-art facility located in Eunice, NM, is one of the only uranium enrichment sites in North America. We are actively looking for individuals who are ready to work collaboratively on-site in Eunice, NM, and we're pleased to offer relocation support to help make this opportunity accessible to talented individuals like you. Come be a part of the future of clean energy.

Summary of Responsibilities

This position is responsible for supporting all Safeguards activities and programs for Urenco USA. Works in the area of Compliance. Interfaces with employees and managers at all levels of the organization and externally with governmental agencies. Adheres to the foundational behaviors, company values and Urenco behaviors.

Education and Experience
Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma
• 1+ years of related worked experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree, in a technical field
• 3+ years of direct work experience in a Safeguards related field. (In addition to educational requirements).

Job Details

• Work Location: Urenco USA, Eunice, NM/Hybrid – Can be up to 50% remote.
• Work Schedule: Professional work schedule/ with minimal night/ weekend support. As determined by supervisor/ manager (as required by work location) (as directed) (core hours) Some nights and weekend work may be required. Employees are also subject to call-outs as needed.
• Travel Required: 5% of the time or less as required
• Security Clearance Requirement: CAA Access and an L or Q level security clearance
• Emergency Response Requirements: Emergency Response Organization (ERO) qualification is required
• Work Environment: Radiological exposure expectations of < 100 mrem/yr. General Office, Plant Production Areas. This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets etc.

Primary Functions

• Under direct supervision responsible for supporting and performing the functions of the Fundamental Nuclear Materials Control Program (FNMCP), in either Materials Accounting, Materials Measurement, or Materials Control.
• Assists in the Implementation of the Unauthorized Enrichment Program (UEP), to include periodic facility walk-downs, enrichment monitoring, item monitoring, and Control room (i.e. Production data) reviews.
• Assists in the resolution of general ledger and accounting system anomalies. Maintain and ensure accuracy and reconciliation of the UUSA SAP system and the DOE/NRC Nuclear Material Management & Safeguards System (NMMSS).
• Supports the Tamper Indicating Device program by inventorying, issuing, and tracking of TIDs.
• Support the site by processing needed procedure revisions, performing interdisciplinary reviews, monitoring of SNM Inventory, the Nuclear Materials Custodian program, and the Tamper Indicating Device Program. Completes Corrective Action Program investigations and Actions, supports scheduling and status meetings.
• Assists in investigations into issues and event associated with the MC&A program.
• Adhere to the Foundational Behaviors, company values and URENCO Behaviors.

*Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Benefits
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*Please note that we continually evaluate our plans and make adjustments as necessary to meet market and business requirements.

Compensation starting at: $86189 - $ 115876 / year and up dependent on candidate.

Urenco USA provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Urenco USA encourages minorities, females, veterans and persons with disabilities to apply. Urenco USA supports a drug free environment.

If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application, interview process, and/or to perform essential job functions, please contact UUSA HR at HRUUSA@urenco.com.

Urenco USA | A trusted leader in meeting the world’s demand for sustainable energy.

Urenco USA (UUSA) is part of an international company that operates on the cutting-edge of the nuclear energy industry, utilizing the world’s most advanced, energy-efficient, and cost-effective method to enrich uranium. As the largest enrichment facility in North America, UUSA helps provide clean, sustainable energy while operating under a framework of high environmental, social responsibility, and corporate governance standards. Our world-class facility is located in the middle of the EnergyPlex. We strive to promote the production of nuclear energy to facilitate the transition to a low-carbon economy while remaining dedicated to safety and investing in community outreach.

If you are already an employee of Urenco USA and are interested in applying for another job within the company, please apply and upload a completed Internal Candidate Application form (HR-2-3000-15-F-2), and your resume to the internal career portal. 
 

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URENCO USA | Human Resources | HRUUSA@urenco.com