Health Physicist - Mid-Level

The Opportunity
Tetra Tech is looking for a mid-level, full-time Health Physicist based in Albuquerque, NM office. This position is not remote.  

Position Summary
In support of the Response, Assessment, and Evaluation Services (RAES) program. The selected candidate will:
•    Perform preliminary site assessments (PA), site inspections (SI), removal site evaluations (RSE) and expanded site inspections (ESI) on sites with radionuclide and non-radioactive hazardous substances.

•    Operate and/or oversee field teams and be familiar with field equipment, including radiation instrumentation, for site assessment and radiation health surveys.  

•    MARSSIM Final Status Surveys.

•    Recommend adaptations and modifications of scientific or engineering methods using independent judgment.

Why Tetra Tech
At Tetra Tech, we are Leading with Science to solve the world’s most complex challenges.  Our industry-leading experts in engineering and consulting are committed to driving positive change in communities around the world.  For over 50 years, we have been at the forefront of innovation and sustainability.  Today we stand as a market leader, offering cutting-edge solutions in water, environment, energy, and international development.  Our work has improved more than 625 million lives around the world.

Your Impact
Join Tetra Tech to make a real difference.  Our work leverages cutting-edge technologies, advanced analytics, and the expertise of world-class scientists and engineers to create meaningful change around the world. Discover your full potential – join us to advance your career while leaving a lasting legacy.

Essential Job Functions (Required)
The following duties are considered essential to the role. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions:

•    Possess or have strong desire to learn and implement complex radiological monitoring techniques and site characterization studies.
•    Preform field work in remote rugged terrain.
•    Direct and implement Multi-Agency Radiation Survey and Site Investigation Manual (MARSSIM) 2 guidance.

Required Qualifications (Required)
•    BS Engineering (nuclear, civil or environmental) or Health Physics 
•    Minimum of 6+ years of practical scientific or environmental engineering work experience in performing the responsibilities listed above; or 2 years’ practical experience if possessing master’s degree in relevant discipline.
•    Knowledge, skills, experience: MARSSIM

Preferred Qualifications
It’s preferred that you have experience with:
•    Radioactive contamination
•    Experience or ability to learn calculations for radiation exposure limits for workers, safe work methods, and decontamination.
•    Abandoned mine sites.
•    Environmental remediation, mining and mine reclamation, uranium mining and mills, interaction with regulatory agencies, tribal lands, CERCLA sites.
•    Construction or construction oversight.
•    Working with Principal Threat Waste (PTW).
•    Familiarity with naturally occurring radioactive materials (NORM) or technologically enhanced naturally occurring radioactive materials (TENORM) in uranium mining, oil and gas, or other industries.

In addition, it’s preferred you also have:
•    Professional Engineer (PE), Certified Health Physics (CHP), or other similar certification
•    40-hour OSHA HAZWOPER training
•    Strong leadership skills and ability to lead small sampling teams without direct supervision.
•    Strong written and oral communication skills desired. 
•    Experience using computer software including word processing, Minitab, ProUCL, spreadsheet, and database programs.

Work Environment/Environmental Factors (Required)
•    This position is primarily office work, however, occasionally (35%) you will need to travel and perform fieldwork. 
•    The field work is in Arizona and New Mexico. 
•    A physical capacity for working outdoors, often in isolated remote areas.

Physical Requirements (Required)
The physical demands described here represent those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made. 
•    Work outdoors in all weather conditions, both hot and cold
•    Walk on uneven terrain
•    Work in variable outdoor environments, packing heavy equipment, and excavations using hand tools. 
•    Carry field equipment (35 to 40 pounds)
•    Don personal protective gear as needed
•    You must be able to drive on a regular basis.  
•    Passing a motor vehicle record background check and maintaining a valid driver’s license and safe driving record is required.

Additional Information (Required)
•    Work schedule (days, hours): Monday – Friday, 8:00am – 5:00pm
•    Night/weekend requirements: Periodic travel with overnight accommodations.  Working nights and weekends may be required during field work activities.
•    Work location: Albuquerque, NM office.  A hybrid schedule is available. 
•    Travel requirements: 35%
•    This arrangement is subject to review and may change at the company’s discretion

Life at Tetra Tech
The perks of working at Tetra Tech include:
•    Comprehensive and market-competitive benefits.
•    Merit-based financial rewards.
•    Flexibility and company-wide commitment to work/life balance.
•    Collaborative team atmosphere that values the contributions of all employees.
•    Learning and development opportunities for ongoing professional growth.  

Tetra Tech offers comprehensive benefit options that allow employees to design a plan based on individual needs and assists in planning for long-term financial security.  Available benefits include medical, dental and vision insurance, term life, disability, accidental death & dismemberment coverage, Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Health Spending Account (HSA), time off with pay, 401k retirement plan, and an Employee Stock Purchase Plan.

Health and safety play a vital role in our success. Tetra Tech’s employees work together to comply with all applicable health & safety practices and protocols, including any public health orders and regulations that are mandated by local, state, provincial, federal, and international authorities as well as client and project requirements.