TerraPower is a nuclear technology company based in Bellevue, Washington. At its core, the company is working to raise living standards globally through a more affordable, secure, and environmentally friendly form of nuclear energy along with innovations in medical isotopes to improve human health. In 2006, TerraPower originated with Bill Gates and a group of like-minded visionaries who evaluated the fundamental challenges to raising living standards around the world. They recognized energy access was crucial to the health and economic well-being of communities and decided that the private sector needed to take action and create energy sources that would advance global energy deployment. TerraPower's mission is to be a world leader in new nuclear technologies, while developing innovators and future leaders in the nuclear field. As a result, the company's activities in the fields of nuclear energy and related sciences are yielding significant innovations in the safety and economics of nuclear power, hybrid energy and medical applications – all for significant human health benefits."
TerraPower is seeking to hire highly motivated and forward-thinking professionals who are interested in focusing on advanced nuclear reactor research and development and influencing change within the nuclear power landscape and bringing forward the critical production of medical isotopes. TerraPower is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
EHS Coordinator
TerraPower, LLC. is seeking a Contractor to provide the following services: maintaining written EHS programs, managing EHS-related documentation, and ensuring documents are organized, current, and aligned with supporting environmental, health, and safety policies and procedures. The role also supports the administration and upkeep of EHS software platforms, Confluence pages, and SharePoint sites to ensure accurate records, document control, and effective communication of EHS information across the organization.
Role & Responsibilities
- Coordinate the development, review, update, and distribution of EHS written programs, policies, and procedures, and supporting documentation.
- Maintain document control processes for EHS programs, including revision tracking, version control, approvals, record retention, and archiving.
- Administer and maintain EHS software systems, including data entry, record accuracy, user support, report generation, and workflow tracking.
- Develop and maintain EHS content and document libraries within SharePoint, Confluence, and other internal platforms to ensure information is organized, accessible, and current.
- Coordinate EHS action-item tracking, follow-up activities, and status reporting for audits, inspections, incident reviews, and corrective actions.
- Assist with the preparation, organization, and maintenance of EHS metrics, dashboards, reports, and presentation materials.
- Maintain records related to inspections, audits, incident investigations, and regulatory compliance activities.
- Review EHS documents for formatting, completeness, consistency, and alignment with internal standards and document management practices.
- Assist employees with access to EHS systems, forms, templates, and program resources.
- Support management by preparation of materials and documentation for internal audits, external audits, regulatory inspections, and management reviews.
- Monitor EHS administrative processes and identify opportunities to improve document organization, program efficiency, and communication.
Key Qualifications and Skills
- Bachelor's degree in environmental health and safety, environmental science, occupational safety, industrial hygiene, or a related field.
- 5+ years of experience in Occupational or Environmental Health and Safety
- 2+ years administering or supporting EHS management systems, software platforms, or other database-driven tools.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Ability to multi-task to manage shifting priorities and to follow through on projects with minimal supervision.
- Ability to work cross-functionally with various teams.
- Strong knowledge of EHS laws and regulations relevant to site operations.
- Certifications in quality management, such as LEAN or Six Sigma is a plus.
- Strong organizational and communication skills.
- Experience in a lab, manufacturing, or industrial environment
Job Functions:
Job Functions are physical actions and/or working conditions associated with the position. These functions may also constitute essential functions for the job which the contractor must be able to fulfill, with or without accommodation. Information provided below is to help describe the job so that the contractor has a reasonable understanding of the job duties/expectations. An applicant's ability to perform and/or tolerate these actions and conditions will be discussed and workplace accommodation may be made on a case-by-case basis following an individualized assessment of the applicant and other considerations, including but not limited to any governing safety standards.
- Motor Abilities: Sitting and/or standing for extended periods, bending/stooping, grasping/gripping, fine motor control (hands).
- Physical exertion and/or requirements: Minimal, with ability to safely lift up to 25 pounds.
- Repetitive work: Prolonged
- Special Senses: Visual and audio focused work.
- Work Conditions: Stairs, typing/keyboard, standard and/or sitting working environment of >8 hrs./day.
- Travel required: 0-10%.
TerraPower's technology is controlled for export by various agencies of the U.S. Government. TerraPower must evaluate applicants who are foreign nationals (other than asylees, refugees, or lawful permanent residents) in accordance with U.S. Government export control requirements. To facilitate TerraPower's export control reviews, you will be asked as part of the application process to identify whether you are a U.S. Citizen or national, asylee, refugee, or lawful permanent resident of the United States. Government export authorization approval times vary. Based on the business needs for a particular position, TerraPower may not consider a foreign national from a country if it is impracticable to obtain timely Government export approval.
Job details
Salary Range: $87,686 - $131,529
- We typically place offers in the lower to middle portion of the range to maintain internal equity and allow room for growth. Any salary offered within the posted salary band is based on market data and commensurate with the selected individual's qualifications experience. This range is specific to Washington State.
Benefits:
- Competitive Compensation
- Salary, eligible to participate in discretionary short-term incentive payments
- Comprehensive Medical and Wellness Benefits
- Medical
- Vision
- Dental
- Life and Disability
- Gender Affirmation Benefits
- Parental Leave
- 401k Plan
- Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 21 days of annually accrued PTO
- Generous Holiday Schedule
- Relocation Assistance
- Professional and Educational Support Opportunities
TerraPower Career and Benefits information: https://www.terrapower.com/contact-us/careers/
