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Longenecker & Associates (L&A) is seeking a Senior Engineer – Emergency Planning Hazard Assessment Analyst to work at SRNS in Aiken, SC.  

L&A is a woman-owned small business and trusted partner enabling critical missions across the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) complex for more than 30 years. We contribute to DOE’s nuclear security and environmental remediation enterprise by providing the highest-caliber staff and experts.

L&A is unconditionally committed to mission success and the well-being of employees, the nation, and the environment. Our team members are passionate about building a healthier environment for generations to come. As an inclusive community, we effectively interface and communicate with all levels of organizations and government agencies. If you have a passion for excellence, seek opportunities to engage in mission critical work, and consistently exceed expectations, apply now to join our professional family.

POSITION DESCRIPTION

 SPECIFIC DUTIES:

Support the Savannah River Nuclear Solutions (SRNS) Nuclear & Criticality Safety Engineering (N&CSE) organization in the development of emergency preparedness documentation for various nuclear facilities at the Savannah River Site (SRS). As a qualified Emergency Planning Hazard Assessments analyst, primary duties are to participate in the development, preparation, and/or review of All-Hazards Surveys, Emergency Planning Hazards Assessments (EPHAs), and related technical documents. This includes participating in planning and hazards analysis meetings, developing accident analyses using barrier analysis (e.g., failure of engineered barrier, failure of administrative barrier or control), and performing Emergency Planning Zone (EPZ) and Emergency Action Level (EAL) evaluations. This also includes performing consequence assessments using ALOHA, HotSpot, EPIcode, or related computer codes.

GENERAL DUTIES:

Scope technical tasks and develop creative solutions to assigned problems. Begin using systems and meeting requirements with minimal supervisory guidance. Understands and applies advanced knowledge of discipline's standard theories, concepts, principles, and techniques; has working knowledge of standard engineering/scientific practices and applications. Accepts complex tasks and receives minimal guidance from senior professionals. Provide limited guidance and direction to less senior engineering professionals. May delegate portions of the detail work to less senior personnel.

Incorporate conventional engineering or scientific practices and a variety of complex features (such as complicated technical requirements, application of new or special materials or processes, and difficult coordination or oversight requirements) into problem solving and program planning. Develop alternate solutions to existing problems. Perform all detail work necessary to determine best solutions.

Prepare costs and schedule estimates on proposed projects/tasks in assigned area. Evaluate proposals and make recommendations based on proposed projects/tasks in area of assignment. Demonstrate cost and schedule consciousness through timely completion of assigned tasks and projects. Carry out development and qualification programs on tasks concurrent with other phases (such as design and fabrication) to better evaluate and minimize future problems. Prepare manuals and other documents supporting or publicizing the technical effort. Demonstrate creative ability through medium of patent disclosures, problem solving, engineering reports, technical papers, and articles.