Radiation Effects & Shielding Specialist

Description

You will work closely with our cross-functional team—including reactor physics, materials, and I&C engineers—to lead the radiological shielding design and radiation effects analysis for Hadron’s micro modular reactor. This role is critical for modeling the radiation environment, designing effective shielding, calculating dose rates, and assessing the impact of radiation on structural materials and electronic components to ensure their operational lifespan.

Requirements

This is a full-time on-site role for a Radiation Effects & Shielding Specialist, based in the San Francisco Bay Area. The position is ideal for candidates with deep expertise in radiation transport, shielding design, and materials science who are passionate about ensuring the radiological safety and long-term integrity of advanced nuclear systems.

• Familiarity with radiological protection (ALARA) principles and regulatory requirements (e.g., 10 CFR Part 20)
• Knowledge of radiation effects on materials (e.g., displacement per atom (DPA), material degradation) and electronics
• Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD in Nuclear Engineering, Radiological Health Physics, Physics, or a related field
• Experience in designing biological shielding and component shielding for complex reactor geometries
• Experience with activation, depletion, and source term characterization codes (e.g., SCALE/ORIGEN, Serpent)
• Strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills
• Strong understanding of neutron and gamma transport physics and dosimetry
• 5+ years of experience in radiation transport modeling, shielding design, and radiation effects analysis
• Expert-level proficiency in Monte Carlo simulation tools, particularly MCNP

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance