BWXT
BWXT is looking for a Waste Management Specialist to ensure compliance with federal and state waste regulations for our NFS Transportation/Waste Management programs. The role includes waste characterization, packaging, storage, and disposition in accordance with RCRA, TSCA, NRC, and DOT.
Location
Onsite at Erwin, Tennessee.
Day-to-Day Responsibilities
Interface with on-site waste generators to develop solutions to technical problems associated with T/WM.
Provide direction to waste generators for adherence to on‑site and off‑site waste acceptance criteria.
Review and approve work requests, procedures, and drawings detailing proposed process changes and determine waste characterization, packaging, storage and disposal strategies (RCRA, low level radioactive, mixed, PCB, and sanitary waste).
Develop and revise waste characterization documents.
Prepare sampling and analysis plans in accordance with EPA guidance documents and SW‑846.
Interpret laboratory analytical data and characterize material for disposal per applicable regulations and disposal/treatment facilities acceptance criteria.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental Engineering, Waste Management, Environmental Science, or related science/engineering field (or 8 years of equivalent experience).
3 to 5 years of experience since degree in hazardous, radioactive, and mixed waste management, with working knowledge of RCRA, DOT, and radioactive waste regulations.
Benefits & Compensation
Competitive salary range: $77,000 – $116,000 per year, adjusted for local market factors.
Health, dental, and retirement plans.
Flexible work schedules and paid time off.
Professional development opportunities, mentorship, and continuing education sponsorship.
Inclusive workplace celebrating diverse perspectives.
Mission‑driven organization contributing to energy security.
Additional Information
The position is at-will and may be subject to collective bargaining agreement. Successful candidates must be U.S. citizens and able to obtain a DOE security clearance. Applicants will undergo background checks, drug tests, and reference verifications.
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