Technologist 2 - Irradiator Systems

Company: Pacific Northwest National Laboratory
Location: Washington
Posted on: March 18, 2025

Job Description:

OverviewAt a time when complex environmental problems are emerging on every front, the Nuclear Sciences Division's staff, capabilities, and facilities are delivering science and technology innovations for the environment, as well as for energy and national security needs. Our diverse work addresses a wide range of national and international challenges, from providing solutions that protect the health of people who must work in hazardous environments, to developing durable new materials, streamlining industrial processes for improved productivity and effectiveness, and delivering new approaches for environmental cleanup. Nuclear Sciences Division capabilities and efforts are focused in three key areas including Environmental Health and Remediation, Nuclear Regulatory, and Nuclear Energy.In the Irradiation Sciences Group, we focus on detecting the transport of radioactive materials across borders and on conducting precise irradiations and measurements to study the effects of radiation dose on humans, equipment, and nuclear power reactors. We are based in the 318 Building, also known as the Radiological Exposures and Metrology (REM) Laboratory. Our core capabilities include field testing, radiation testing, calibrations, irradiations, and radiation measurement. This mission is conducted with radiation generating devices and sealed sources dedicated to researching and applying specialized technologies, including highly-calibrated neutron and gamma irradiation capabilities-some of these capabilities are not available or licensed anywhere else in the United States.ResponsibilitiesThe Irradiation Science Group is seeking an outstanding Technologist to provide support to the Radiation Measurements and Irradiations (RMI) Service Center located in the 318 Building. The position includes operation of various Radiation Generating Devices (RGDs) and irradiators to calibrate instruments, dosimeters, radiological source handling in association with calibration efforts, and instrument troubleshooting.Required to calibrate radiological instruments per procedure and develop the procedures. The candidate duties include:

• Provides oversight of technicians. Leads mentoring and training of senior technician staff and supports identification of succession candidates. Inspires commitment and grows the skills of others.
• Skillfully performs technical procedures ranging from routine to specialized, under technical supervision.
• Identifies and leads efforts to develop new procedures and methods for complex, non-routine irradiated materials research.
• Independently perform data collection and reduction and maintain proper documentation.
• Design, set up, test, and operate test equipment/instruments.
• Lead technical tasks and subtasks.
• Work with radioactive, non-radioactive and hazardous materials on the benchtop and in fume hoods and glove boxes.
• Work with sealed radioactive sources and irradiator systems.
• Assist in the design, building and operation of experimental systems, conduct analysis/data collection, and assist in data reduction and reporting.
• Be expected to perform physical and/or analytical measurements following strict QA/QC protocols.
• Train, guide, and mentor junior technical staff.
• Be given primary responsibility for selected duties such as waste management and chemical inventories.
• Internal and external networking.
• Performing RGD/Irradiator operations per procedure.
• Performing radiological instrument calibrations per procedure.
• Performing sealed source transfers per procedure.
• General knowledge of radiation physics, instrumentation, and dosimetry.QualificationsMinimum Qualifications:
  • High school diploma/GED and 12 years of relevant experience -OR-
  • Technical Institute Graduate/relevant AA degree and 10 years of relevant experience -OR-
  • BS/BA in science or engineering and 8 years of relevant experience -OR-
  • MS/MA in science or engineering and 6 years of relevant experience -OR-
  • PhD with 4 years of relevant experiencePreferred Qualifications:
    • Experience working with radiological materials and/or sealed radioactive sources
    • Radiation worker qualified
    • Experience with radiation detection instrumentation
    • Radiation physics knowledge and educationHazardous Working Conditions/Environment
      • Radiological worker
      • Industrial setting
      • RGD operationsTesting Designated PositionThis position is a Testing Designated Position (TDP). The candidate selected for this position will be subject to pre-employment and random drug testing for illegal drugs, including marijuana, consistent with the Controlled Substances Act and the PNNL Workplace Substance Abuse Program.About PNNLPacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL) is a world-class research institution powered by a highly educated, diverse workforce committed to the values of Integrity, Creativity, Collaboration, Impact, and Courage. Every year, scores of dynamic, driven people come to PNNL to work with renowned researchers on meaningful science, innovations and outcomes for the U.S. Department of Energy and other sponsors; here is your chance to be one of them!At PNNL, you will find an exciting research environment and excellent benefits including health insurance, and flexible work schedules. PNNL is located in eastern Washington State-the dry side of Washington known for its stellar outdoor recreation and affordable cost of living. The Lab's campus is only a 45-minute flight (or -3 hour drive) from Seattle or Portland, and is serviced by the convenient PSC airport, connected to 8 major hubs.Commitment to Excellence and Equal Employment OpportunityOur laboratory is committed to fostering a work environment where all individuals are treated with fairness and respect while solving critical challenges in fundamental sciences, national security, and energy resiliency. We are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.Pacific Northwest National Laboratory considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), protected veteran status, and any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, and/or local laws.We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures and in employment. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, contact us at .Drug Free WorkplacePNNL is committed to a drug-free workplace supported by Workplace Substance Abuse Program (WSAP) and complies with federal laws prohibiting the possession and use of illegal drugs.If you are offered employment at PNNL, you must pass a drug test prior to commencing employment. PNNL complies with federal law regarding illegal drug use. Under federal law, marijuana remains an illegal drug. If you test positive for any illegal controlled substance, including marijuana, your offer of employment will be withdrawn.Security, Credentialing, and Eligibility RequirementsIn accordance with Homeland Security Presidential Directive 12 (HSPD-12) and Department of Energy (DOE) Order 473.1A, new employees are required to obtain and maintain a HSPD-12 Personal Identity Verification (PIV) Credential. To obtain this credential, new employees must successfully complete and pass a Federal Tier 1 background check investigation. This investigation includes a declaration of illegal drug activities, including use, supply, possession, or manufacture within the last year. This includes marijuana and cannabis derivatives, which are still considered illegal under federal law, regardless of state laws.For foreign national candidates:If you have not resided in the U.S. for three consecutive years, you are not eligible for the PIV credential and instead will need to obtain a favorable Local Site Specific Only (LSSO) risk determination to maintain employment. Once you meet the three-year residency requirement, you will be required to obtain a PIV credential to maintain employment.Mandatory RequirementsPlease be aware that the Department of Energy (DOE) prohibits DOE employees and contractors from having any affiliation with the foreign government of a country DOE has identified as a "country of risk" without explicit approval by DOE and Battelle. If you are offered a position at PNNL and currently have any affiliation with the government of one of these countries, you will be required to disclose this information and recuse yourself of that affiliation or receive approval from DOE and Battelle prior to your first day of employment.Rockstar RewardsEmployees and their families are offered medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, health savings account, flexible spending accounts, basic life insurance, disability insurance*, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, tuition assistance, supplemental parental bonding leave**, surrogacy and adoption assistance, and fertility support. Employees are automatically enrolled in our company funded pension plan* and may enroll in our 401k savings plan. Employees may accrue up to 120 vacation hours per year and may receive ten paid holidays per year.* Research Associates excluded.**Once eligibility requirements are met.Notice to ApplicantsPNNL lists the full pay range for the position in the job posting. Starting pay is calculated from the minimum of the pay range and actual placement in the range is determined based on an individual's relevant job-related skills, qualifications, and experience. This approach is applicable to all positions, with the exception of positions governed by collective bargaining agreements and certain limited-term positions which have specific pay rules.As part of our commitment to fair compensation practices, we do not ask for or consider current or past salaries in making compensation offers at hire. Instead, our compensation offers are determined by the specific requirements of the position, prevailing market trends, applicable collective bargaining agreements, pay equity for the position type, and individual qualifications and skills relevant to the performance of the position.Minimum SalaryUSD $53.65/Hr.Maximum SalaryUSD $85.72/Hr.
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