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Nuclear Engineer

Geological Survey · Posted 53 days ago

Hybrid Lakewood, CO $83K – $130K Apply by Aug 6, 2026 Nuclear Engineering ISTJ Engineering
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About the Role

These positions serve as a Nuclear Engineer, GS-0840-11/12 with the Department of the Interior, U.S. Geological Survey, Rocky Mountain Region, U.S. TRIGA Reactor.

What You'll Do

  • These positions are located within the Department of the Interior, U.S.
  • Geological Survey, Rocky Mountain Region, U.S.
  • Triga Reactor, duty stationed in Lakewood, CO.
  • At the full performance level (GS-12) the major duties of this position include, but are not limited to the following: Operate a TRIGA reactor utilizing knowledge of instrumentation/controls/mechanical maintenance.
  • Apply theory, new applications, or developments to plan and perform reactor experiments, maintenance, and repairs as required.
  • Prepare and process samples for a TRIGA reactor and troubleshoot when an issue occurs.
  • Ship hazardous radioactive materials including procurement, transportation properly and safely.
  • Communicate the TRIGA reactor functions through providing tours of the facility and representing the USGS at interagency, national, and international meetings.
  • Physical Demands Occasional recurring and strenuous physical exertion, such as climbing tall ladders and carrying leadshielding, is required.
  • Lifting of shielding up to 100 pounds may be required.
  • Movement of shields up to10,000 pounds with the use of appropriate mechanical handling equipment may also be required.
  • Work environment The workplace contains safety risks associated with the routine exposure to all types of ionizing radiation.Radiation protective equipment and exposure monitoring equipment must be worn.
  • Radiation surveysrequire exposure to the outdoors in all weather conditions and require some work on building roofs.
  • TheUS Geological Survey has categorized the duties of this position as suitable for telework only during anemergency or natural disaster.

Requirements

  • Must provide proof of U.S. citizenship.
  • Appointment subject to background investigation and favorable adjudication.
  • Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service.
  • Direct Deposit participation required.
  • Successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check.
  • To learn more, visit www.dhs.gov/EVerify/.
  • Must have and maintain a valid driver's license throughout employment.
  • Must obtain within 1 year a NRC Senior Reactor Operator license or registration.
  • Pre-employment and random drug testing are required.
  • You will not be appointed to the position if a verified positive drug test is received.
  • A physical examination will be required, or a statement regarding physical ability will need to be completed.
  • You must maintain physical fitness standards throughout employment.
  • As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period during which your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest will be evaluated. *Additional Requirements located under qualifications* This position has a mandatory education requirement.
  • You must submit a copy of your transcript(s) to support claimed education if substituting education for experience.

Personality Fit

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Job ID: 2c34e748-0e9b-46f7-9e3c-b07fbdc066bd

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