Hazardous Material, Transportation, and Packaging Expert 3

Overview This position is within the Effluent, Waste, and Transportation (EWT) group of the Environmental Protection and Regulatory Programs (EPRP) Division. The purpose of EPRP is to enable the science and technology mission(s) of the Laboratory by assessing and controlling the impact of Laboratory activities, R&D projects, and facilities on the environment, public, and employee health and safety. EPRP performs regulatory analysis and develops Laboratory systems to assist staff in achieving compliance and demonstrating excellence with respect to environmental, waste, and transportation requirements. This position is responsible for providing expert knowledge, regulatory interpretation, and technical/engineering skill in support of PNNL’s hazardous materials transportation and packaging (HMTP) program. The successful hire will work as a team member to ensure PNNL’s shipping of hazardous material is conducted safely, consistently, and follows approved procedures complying with all requirements of applicable International, Federal, State, tribal, and local laws, rules, and regulations and DOE Orders and Policies. Responsibilities Develop regulatory interpretations, procedures, special permit applications, training, and presentations in support of Laboratory hazardous material transportation and packaging activities Participate in internal and external program assessments or audits and develop and implement corrective actions Observe field work associated with transportation and packaging activities to ensure compliance with applicable requirements and procedures Assist with classifying and documenting required compliance reporting of abnormal events Establish systems for and perform or oversee packaging testing Maintain program documentation in accordance with DOE Orders, internal quality standards, and the program’s file plan Develop or perform peer review of data packages following established quality assurance processes Participate in committees, special projects, and opportunities within the directorate and Laboratory Qualifications Minimum Qualifications: BS/BA and 5 years of relevant experience -OR- MS/MA or higher and 3 years of relevant experience Preferred Qualifications: Knowledge or familiarity with the following: Domestic and international hazardous material/waste shipping regulations (DOT, IAEA, ICAO/IATA, IMDG, TDG, ADR), and State-specific enforcement per Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance Out-of-Service Criteria DOE site operations, including DOE orders (e.g., 414.1D, 460.1D, 460.2B), safety analysis, Unreviewed Safety Question (USQ) process, occurrence reporting, Transportation Compliance Assessment Program (TCAP) assessments, and Nuclear Quality Assurance (NQA-1) requirements Transportation safety requirements for DOE onsite operations DOE/NRC Type B/AF package requirements and operations American Society for Nondestructive Testing (ASNT) leak testing methods DOT Special permit applications DOE’s Radcalc software or equivalent methods for performing calculations in support of radioactive material and waste packaging and transportation determinations Security plans for addressing threats and vulnerabilities of hazardous materials during transport Ability to interpret and communicate regulatory requirements, both oral and written, with a variety of technical/professional staff and senior personnel Manage projects and tasks safely, compliantly, and independently with minimal guidance Solve challenging problems using professional judgement and integrating different perspectives on existing solutions Professional license and/or certification preferred (e.g., Licensed Professional Engineer (PE), Certified Hazardous Material Manager (CHMM), qualified mixed waste shipper, qualified IATA and IMDG shipper) Hazardous Working Conditions/Environment None Additional Information This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a federal security clearance. Requirements: * U.S. Citizenship * Background Investigation: Applicants selected will be subject to a Federal background investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified matter in accordance 10 CFR 710, Appendix B. * Drug Testing: All Security Clearance (L or Q) positions will be considered by the Department of Energy to be Testing Designated Positions which means that they are subject to applicant, random, and for cause drug testing. In addition, applicants must be able to demonstrate non-use of illegal drugs, including marijuana, for the 12 consecutive months preceding completion of the requisite Questionnaire for National Security Positions (QNSP). Testing Designated Position This position is a Testing Designated Position (TDP). The candidate selected for this position will be subject to pre-employment and random drug testing for illegal drugs, including marijuana, consistent with the Controlled Substances Act and the PNNL Workplace Substance Abuse Program. About PNNL Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL) is a world-class research institution powered by a highly educated, diverse workforce committed to the values of Integrity, Creativity, Collaboration, Impact, and Courage. Every year, scores of dynamic, driven people come to PNNL to work with renowned researchers on meaningful science, innovations and outcomes for the U.S. Department of Energy and other sponsors; here is your chance to be one of them! At PNNL, you will find an exciting research environment and excellent benefits including health insurance, flexible work schedules and telework options. PNNL is located in eastern Washington State—the dry side of Washington known for its stellar outdoor recreation and affordable cost of living. The Lab’s campus is only a 45-minute flight (or ~3-hour drive) from Seattle or Portland, and is serviced by the convenient PSC airport, connected to 8 major hubs. Commitment to Excellence, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Equal Employment Opportunity Our laboratory is committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment dedicated to solving critical challenges in fundamental sciences, national security, and energy resiliency. We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. In support of this commitment, we encourage people of all racial/ethnic identities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities to apply for employment. Pacific Northwest National Laboratory considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), protected veteran status, and any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, and/or local laws. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures and in employment. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, contact us at [email protected]. Drug Free Workplace PNNL is committed to a drug-free workplace supported by Workplace Substance Abuse Program (WSAP) and complies with federal laws prohibiting the possession and use of illegal drugs. Mandatory Requirements Battelle requires employees to have a COVID-19 vaccine as a condition of employment, subject to accommodation. Applicants are required to disclose their vaccination status following a conditional offer of employment and must attest to being fully vaccinated with a Center for Disease Control (CDC)-approved COVID-19 vaccination or provide documentation of need for medical or religious exemption from the COVID-19 vaccination requirement. Please be aware that the Department of Energy (DOE) prohibits DOE employees and contractors from having any affiliation with the foreign government of a country DOE has identified as a “country of risk” without explicit approval by DOE and Battelle. If you are offered a position at PNNL and currently have any affiliation with the government of one of these countries, you will be required to disclose this information and recuse yourself of that affiliation or receive approval from DOE and Battelle prior to your first day of employment. 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