Ameren

Ameren

Nuclear Health Physicist

Steedman, MO · Senior · Full-time

Sponsorship not specified$84k-$172kDetected 30 days ago
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About the role

  • About the Callaway Energy Center The Callaway Energy Center is a nuclear facility located in mid-Missouri.
  • The Energy Center has more than 800 employees and contractors working at the facility, and it has established a strong record of safe operation throughout its 30-year operating history.
  • Qualifications Staff Health Physicist: Education: High School education or equivalent.

Responsibilities

  • Coordinate corrective action document responses for the Radiation Protection Department.
  • Develop, and maintain analytical efforts in applied radiation protection to support plant operations.
  • Perform evaluations, calculations, and problem solving for radiological issues.
  • Prepare and review changes to procedures, FSAR, Technical Specifications and other documents
  • Prepare reports to support federal regulations and plant operations.
  • Provide support for special research and development work.
  • Perform in-house surveillance activities to supplement independent quality control/quality assurance activities.
  • Set, reinforce, communicate high standards; promote teamwork and excellence; foster good nuclear, radiological, human performance, and industrial safety behaviors; provide appropriate coaching to workers; implement performance improvement initiatives; actively participate in training and development of workers; develop and broaden the skills of workers; oversee on­ the-job training; supports self-assessments, etc.

Requirements

  • A minimum of 6 years of applicable experience is required.
  • NRRPT certification or ABHP Part 1 is required.
  • A minimum of six years of applicable experience is required.
  • Either ABHP certification or a minimum of one year of experience as a fully-qualified Radioactive Material Shipper at a commercial nuclear facility is required.
  • Proficiency with common computer programs, especially Microsoft applications.
  • Callouts and working rotating or Outage schedules may be required to support plant operations and departmental functions.
  • Staff Health Physicist: Education: High School education or equivalent. Experience: A minimum of four years of applicable experience is required. A master's degree may be considered in lieu of one year of experience, and a doctorate degree may be considered in lieu of two years of experience, provided that the coursework is related to radiation protection. Other: NRRPT certification or ABHP Part 1 preferred.
  • Senior Health Physicist: Education: A Bachelor of Science degree in chemistry, physics, health physics, nuclear engineering, engineering, or equivalent from an accredited institution, including formal training in radiation protection is desired. In lieu a degree, 8 years of applicable experience in the area of expertise may be substituted. Experience: A minimum of 6 years of applicable experience is required. A master's degree may be considered in lieu of one year of experience, and a doctorate degree may be considered in lieu of two years of experience, provided that the coursework is related to radiation protection. Other: NRRPT certification or ABHP Part 1 is required.
  • Consulting Health Physicist: Education: A Bachelor of Science degree in chemistry, physics, health physics, nuclear engineering, engineering, or equivalent from an accredited institution, including formal training in radiation protection is required. Experience: A minimum of six years of applicable experience is required. A master's degree may be considered in lieu of one year of experience, and a doctorate degree may be considered in lieu of two years of experience, provided that the coursework is related to radiation protection. Other: Either ABHP certification or a minimum of one year of experience as a fully-qualified Radioactive Material Shipper at a commercial nuclear facility is required.
  • In addition to the above qualifications, the successful candidate will demonstrate abilities to:
  • Proficiency with common computer programs, especially Microsoft applications. Strong interpersonal and communication skills, as well as leadership capabilities
  • Working Conditions
  • The Health Physicist works a standard day shift in an office/plant environment. Callouts and working rotating or Outage schedules may be required to support plant operations and departmental functions. On-call duty periods will also be required to support the Emergency Response Organization.
  • Additional Information
  • Ameren's selection process includes a series of interviews and may include candidate testing and/or an individual aptitude or skill-based assessment. Specific details will be provided to qualified candidates.
  • Compensation Range:

Nice to have

  • A minimum of four years of applicable experience is required.
  • A master's degree may be considered in lieu of one year of experience, and a doctorate degree may be considered in lieu of two years of experience, provided that the coursework is related to radiation protection.
  • NRRPT certification or ABHP Part 1 preferred.
  • In lieu a degree, 8 years of applicable experience in the area of expertise may be substituted.
  • Other: NRRPT certification or ABHP Part 1 preferred.

Skills

  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills, as well as leadership capabilities

Compensation

  • This pay range encompasses multiple levels of the role. Career level and compensation depends upon applicant's credentials.
  • $84,400.00 - $172,200.00
  • At Ameren, base salary is one component of a competitive compensation package for employees.
  • Our pay ranges are broad to allow for movement within our organization and to accommodate different skill sets and levels of expertise.
  • We take into consideration a variety of factors including, but not limited to, skills, abilities, experience, education, credentials, and internal equity when determining the base salary offered.
  • Roles are eligible for additional rewards including annual incentive payments based on individual and company performance.

Benefits

  • Medical coverage on date of hire
  • 100% employer paid cash balance pension plan
  • Minimum of 15 days paid vacation and 12 paid holidays
  • Paid parental leave and family caregiver leave
  • Using independent judgment, provide technical support and professional expertise to ensure Radiation protection programs protect the health and safety of plant personnel and the public.

Company info

  • The Energy Center is a highly efficient, low-cost, sustainable source of electricity for Ameren Missouri's 1.2 million customers.
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