This role involves leading the engineering design and implementation of nuclear containment systems within actinium-225 production facilities, with a focus on hot cells and gloveboxes used for handling high-activity alpha emitters. The engineer will guide system specifications, design development, and commissioning from concept through startup, ensuring alignment with safety, regulatory, and operational requirements.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead or support the full lifecycle design of containment systems, including requirements definition, layout planning, shielding strategies, and integration of remote handling equipment within radiological enclosures.
- Act as design lead or backup for hot cells and gloveboxes, contributing to facility layouts and ensuring robust containment and radiation protection measures.
- Develop and maintain technical documentation such as equipment specifications, process narratives, calculations, and qualification protocols (IQ/OQ/PQ).
- Ensure compliance with applicable engineering codes including ASME, ASTM, NFPA, IEEE, and ANS standards throughout design and construction phases.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate mechanical systems with facility infrastructure and process workflows.
- Support procurement activities by preparing fabrication packages, coordinating with vendors, and overseeing factory acceptance testing.
- Provide technical oversight during installation, commissioning, and operational support, including troubleshooting and system modifications.
- Advise on maintenance procedures, system upgrades, and operational best practices to ensure long-term reliability and safety.
Qualifications
A Bachelor of Science in mechanical, nuclear, or systems engineering is required, along with at least five years of industrial experience in equipment design, testing, and commissioning. Candidates must demonstrate strong familiarity with mechanical design standards and quality systems such as ASME NQA-1 or ISO 9001. Proven ability to manage complex, safety-critical projects with rigorous attention to detail and procedural compliance is essential.
Preferred Experience
- Proficiency in CAD tools such as SolidWorks or AutoCAD.
- Direct experience designing hot cells, gloveboxes, or shielded enclosures for radiological environments.
- Background in radiopharmaceutical, nuclear, or radiological facility design, including material transfer and remote operation systems.
- Experience in fast-paced, regulated environments such as nuclear energy, defense, or medical isotope production.
Work Environment
This position is based in Washington State and supports mission-driven work in advanced nuclear technology. The organization emphasizes safety, technical rigor, and inclusion, with a focus on advancing global health through innovative isotope production.
