Nuclear Engineer/Health Physicist

SC&A is seeking a mid-level nuclear engineer/health physicist with experience in environmental assessments and safety evaluations of nuclear facilities for federal and/or state agencies, including uranium mills, in situ uranium recovery facilities, and nuclear reactors. 

The candidate should have previous experience with evaluating these facilities for potential environmental impacts (hydrogeological, human health and safety, air quality, etc). References of the safety and environmental evaluations previously performed should be cited.

The candidate should, at a minimum, have a Bachelor’s degree in an appropriate discipline and at least 5 years of experience.

Experience using various radiation codes, such as RESRAD, MicroShield, and MILDOS preferred.

U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain a security clearance are required.

While the preferred location for the candidate is the Washington, D.C. area, qualified candidates will be considered throughout the United States.

SC&A is an employee-owned company with headquarters in Arlington, VA . The company provides environmental consulting services to the federal government, other government agencies, and commercial clients.

Our employees enjoy a work culture that promotes teamwork and a focus on client satisfaction.

SC&A benefits include medical, dental, short and long-term disability, basic personal accident insurance, access to a 529 saving plan, and basic life insurance. New full-time employees accrue 15 days of paid time off (PTO) per year and the company recognizes 11 holidays. Employees are eligible for a 401K and a profit-sharing plan that typically provides an amount equal to 5% of your salary directly into your 401K account. The company benefits are effective on your first day of employment. 

SC&A does not accept third-party applications or agency inquiries. Phone calls are not accepted for any position.

Job descriptions are not intended as and do not create employment contracts. SC&A maintains its status as an at-will employer. Employees can be terminated for any reason not prohibited by law. Candidates are required to pass a background screening prior to employment.