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Navarro Research and Engineering

Senior Environmental Scientist - Nuclear Licensing (3678)

Navarro Research and Engineering, Oak Ridge, Tennessee, United States, 37830

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Navarro Research and Engineering is recruiting a

Senior Environmental Scientist - Nuclear Licensing

(3678). This is a corporate remote position.

Navarro Research & Engineering is an award-winning federal contractor dedicated to partnering with clients to advance clean energy and deliver effective solutions for complex challenges in the nuclear and environmental fields. Joining Navarro means being a part of an exceptional team committed to quality and safety while also looking for innovative strategies to create value for the client's success. Headquartered in Oak Ridge, Tennessee, Navarro has active programs in place across the nation for DOE/NNSA, NASA, and the Department of Defense.

We are seeking an experienced Senior Environmental Scientist to provide environmental and regulatory support for nuclear licensing projects. This role involves leading environmental reviews and documentation in compliance with the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) licensing process and the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA).

Key Responsibilities

Lead and coordinate the preparation of NEPA environmental reviews, including Environmental Impact Statements (EIS) and Environmental Assessments (EA), to support nuclear licensing applications and regulatory approvals

Analyze environmental data and project information to evaluate potential impacts to air, water, land, ecological, cultural, and socioeconomic resources

Prepare technical reports and documentation that comply with NRC, DOE, and other federal regulatory requirements

Collaborate closely with engineers, regulatory specialists, project managers, and stakeholders to ensure environmental compliance throughout the licensing process

Support public involvement activities, including stakeholder meetings, hearings, and comment response development

Ensure quality assurance and technical accuracy in environmental deliverables and documentation

Requirements Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Ecology, or related field (Master's preferred)

Minimum 8+ years of experience conducting NEPA assessments and preparing environmental documentation for complex federal projects, preferably related to nuclear facilities or energy infrastructure

Proven experience developing EIS and EA documents to support NRC licensing actions

Knowledge of NRC, DOE, and other federal environmental regulations and processes

Preferred Qualifications

Experience supporting NRC Part 50 or Part 52 licensing actions

Experience with advanced nuclear technologies or environmental permitting for DOE or commercial nuclear projects

Familiarity with radiological impact assessments and cumulative impact analysis

Professional certifications (e.g., PMP, PWS, QEP) or advanced degrees

Due to the nature of the government contract requirements and/or clearances requirements, US citizenship is required.

EEO Employer/Vet/Disabled

Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)

Paid Time Off (Vacation & Public Holidays)

Short Term & Long Term Disability

Seniority level Mid-Senior level

Employment type Full-time

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