Nuclear Engineer II/Senior Nuclear Engineer - NorthStar Medical Radioisotopes

Are you looking to be part of a game-changing organization that has the potential to help cure cancer? NorthStar Medical Radioisotopes is seeking individuals with a pro-active, collaborative, can-do mindset to join our rapidly growing team.

NorthStar Medical Radioisotopes is a growing, commercial-stage company focused on advancing patient care by providing therapeutic radioisotopes and novel radiopharmaceuticals to detect and treat cancer, and customized radiopharmaceutical development services.

Innovative technology, opportunities for career advancement, and competitive compensation are just the beginning. NorthStar offers health and life insurance, 401K match, paid holidays, and paid time off, and all NorthStar employees are eligible on day one for our annual bonus and equity incentive plans.

The Nuclear Engineer II/Senior Nuclear Engineer will contribute to advancing cutting-edge particle accelerator-based radioisotope production and processing systems. This role will collaborate closely with engineers and physicists across various stages of system development, encompassing specification, development, implementation, qualification, and commissioning of isotope-producing and processing systems. Additionally, the Nuclear Engineer II/Senior Nuclear Engineer will engage in detailed analysis and modeling of the system, addressing key factors such as dose, heating deposition, activation, and isotope production. This role will possess a solid grasp of the fundamental principles and physics behind particle accelerators, with specific emphasis on electron accelerators, or other radiation-producing devices, including nuclear reactors. As part of the nuclear engineering and physics team, this role is pivotal in driving our ongoing, interdisciplinary projects forward.

The Senior Nuclear Engineer will not only contribute significantly to ongoing interdisciplinary projects, but also take the lead in spearheading and developing initiatives across cross-functional teams. The Senior Nuclear Engineer's expertise will be instrumental as an integral role in shaping the design and development of our innovative, cross-functional endeavors.

• Support NorthStar’s program in developing and deploying accelerator systems to produce radioisotopes.
• Conduct in-depth analysis and modeling of system performance, including dose calculations, heating deposition, activation analysis, materials performance and isotope production rates.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to design, develop, and optimize particle accelerator-based radioisotope production systems.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders and suppliers to design, purchase, and build equipment and processes that meet associated user, design, and production requirements.
• Assist with developing processes and associated documentation related to system calibration, preventive maintenance, and repair of production systems.
• Assist with the development and execution of product and system verification and validation strategies.
• Deliver engineering solutions in response to development, hardware, manufacturing, and operational needs
• Stay current with industry trends, advancements, and best practices in nuclear engineering and isotope manufacturing technologies.
• Ensure compliance with applicable regulatory standards, including cGMP, FDA, DHS, and other regulatory agency requirements.
• Anticipate and mitigate risk points.  Make tradeoffs between design complexity, time and effort, schedule, cost, and quality while meeting safety and regulatory requirements. 

In addition, the Senior Nuclear Engineer will also:

• Lead cross-disciplinary teams in developing specific subsystems of accelerator production processes, ensuring efficient creation and processing of radioisotopes.
• Provide technical expertise and support to internal teams, including training and mentoring junior staff members.

MINIMUM EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor or higher degree in Nuclear Engineering, Physics, or a related discipline with a minimum of two (2) years relevant technical experience, inclusive of academic experience, in an accelerator or nuclear reactor-based environment; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.  
• Demonstrated experience utilizing Monte Carlo-based nuclear simulation tools such as, but not limited to, MCNP and/or Fluka to model dose calculations, heating deposition, activation analysis, and isotope production rates. 

PREFERRED EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

• Demonstrated experience in the design, development, and optimization of nuclear systems or processes, particularly related to isotope manufacturing.
• Hands-on experience with accelerators, ideally within the context of isotope production or related applications.
• Experience working in a radiological environment, including knowledge of safety protocols and regulations.
• Demonstrated ability solving complex problems.
• Knowledge of the Product Development Life Cycle, spanning from product specification and concept development to product release, ensuring adherence to quality and regulatory standards.

The Senior Nuclear Engineer requirements also include:

• A Master’s or PhD degree in Engineering, Physics, or a related discipline with a minimum of four (4) years relevant technical experience, inclusive of academic experience, in an accelerator or nuclear reactor-based environment or an equivalent combination of education and experience.    
• Demonstrated ability solving complex problems.
• Proven capacity to collaborate effectively within multidisciplinary teams, leveraging diverse perspectives and expertise to achieve collective goals.
• PREEFERRED
  • Demonstrated ability to lead teams or projects effectively. 
  • Previous involvement in mentorship or leadership positions, showcasing the ability to mentor and support junior staff or interns, facilitating their professional growth in nuclear engineering.

Please note the company cannot provide immigration-related sponsorship (including H-1B status, O-1 status, Optional Practical Training support, etc.) for this position.  Each successful applicant will be required to complete the Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification, demonstrating both identity and employment authorization, on or before the first day of employment.  Under federal law, only truthful information may be provided on the Form I-9.

NorthStar Medical Radioisotopes is headquartered in Beloit, Wis. This location is our primary manufacturing site and accommodates all of our corporate functions. Beloit has small city charm, with a lively and renovated downtown, yet is also close to cities such as Madison, Milwaukee, Chicago, and Rockford.

Beloit is a part of the larger South Central Wisconsin/Northern Illinois region, which offers residents and visitors alike a unique blend of urban opportunities and rural, natural beauty. The area, therefore, offers collections of natural, educational, artistic, and historical attractions alongside a wide variety of sporting and social opportunities. There are several cities and many towns within a reasonable commute of Beloit, which offer a wide choice of residential styles and a large number of school district choices for those considering relocation.

NorthStar Medical Radioisotopes is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.