Senior Environmental Scientist - Nuclear Licensing (3678)

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

Preferred Qualifications

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

Navarro is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, religion, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran’s status, or any classification protected by applicable state or local law.

EEO Employer / Vet / Disabled

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