Principal Environmental, Safety & Health Compliance Engineer
West Milton, NY, US
West Milton, NY, US 
2026-05-27 01:34:08
Technical Compliance
About Us
Working at the Naval Nuclear Laboratory we foster pride in belonging to an organization whose culture is made up of these core values: Trust, Empowerment, and Collaboration. Our company promotes a positive culture while ensuring the safety and reliability of our nation's naval nuclear reactors, and training the Sailors who operate those reactors in the U.S. Navy's submarines and aircraft carrier Fleets. Looking for a lifetime career? Apply today!
Job Description
The Kesselring Site Emergency Preparedness (EP) unit is seeking an experienced Environmental, Safety and Health Compliance Engineer to join the team! This position will be responsible for non-radiological hazards portion of the business and as such, EP is looking for someone that has:
- Self-Motivation and Proactive Engagement: A successful candidate should be self-driven and motivated to take initiative. This includes independently engaging stakeholders, leading meetings, and collaborating in team environments to manage and carry out large-scale projects, such as the SPR (State Preparedness Report) and THIRA (Threat and Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment).
- Strong Organizational and Multitasking Skills: The ability to manage multiple complex tasks simultaneously is essential. The role involves working on overlapping responsibilities, such as finalizing the previous year's SPR while developing the current year's THIRA. Additional tasks include planning and overseeing an annual exercise and managing chemical safety program requirements in compliance with DOE Order 151.1D. Staying organized and ensuring the accuracy and consistency of data across these efforts are critical.
- Technical Writing and Communication Expertise: The candidate should excel in both written and verbal communication. They will be responsible for ensuring site compliance with DOE Order 151.1D, which includes gathering detailed information from stakeholders, drafting comprehensive yet clear documentation, and presenting plans and progress to senior leadership and Emergency Response Organizations (ERO). Developing actionable strategies for each hazard in alignment with 151.1D requirements is also a key part of this role
Required Combination of Knowledge and Skill
Preferred Skills
- Experience in project management
- Experience with team building and working with cross sectional teams
- Strong presentation skills
Compensation and Benefits
- Health, Dental, Vision & Voluntary Benefits
- Disability, Life & Accident Insurance
- 401(k) Savings program & Capital Accumulation Plan
- Personal & Medical Time Off
- Paid Parental Leave
- Flexible Work Schedules
- Tuition Assistance for Eligible Employees
- Student Debt Benefit Personal Time Off Sell Program
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Wellness Program
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Pay Range
Salary information provided is a general guideline only. Annual salary is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.
The Naval Nuclear Laboratory is operated for the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) by Fluor Marine Propulsion, LLC (FMP), a wholly owned subsidiary of Fluor Corporation. Naval Nuclear Laboratory personnel are FMP employees who work at four DOE facilities: Bettis Atomic Power Laboratory, Knolls Atomic Power Laboratory, Kenneth A. Kesselring Site, and Naval Reactors Facility, and at the U.S. Department of Defense-owned Nuclear Power Training Unit-Charleston. FMP employees also have an established presence at numerous shipyards and vendor locations. For nearly 70 years, the Naval Nuclear Laboratory has developed advanced nuclear propulsion technology, provided technical support, and trained world-class nuclear operators to ensure the safe and reliable operation of our nation's submarine and aircraft carrier Fleets. The Naval Nuclear Laboratory is a national asset solely dedicated to the Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program. We rely on the dedication and innovation of our nearly 8000 engineers, scientists, technicians, and support personnel.
All candidates must be U.S. citizens. Applicants selected will be subject to a Federal background investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified matter. FMP is a government contractor and maintains a drug free workplace and workforce. All candidates must be able to pass a drug test in compliance with FMP company policy and 10 CFR 707. Marijuana is a Federal Schedule I controlled substance and illegal under Federal Law. Therefore, FMP is required to test for marijuana.
Fluor Marine Propulsion, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vets. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, sex, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other criteria protected by federal, state, or local law.