Engineering & Technical
Laser Engineer / Technician
The Laser Technician will work hands-on in the laboratory to support the development, testing and maintenance of advanced infrared gas laser systems used in isotope enrichment.
This role emphasizes practical, in-lab work such as system assembly, alignment, calibration, troubleshooting, and safety compliance. The ideal candidate enjoys working directly with lasers and optical systems and has a strong foundation in laser technology and laboratory practices.
Full Time
Location – Southeast
Salary: $80,000+
Laser Engineer / Technician
Key Responsibilities
- Assisting in the installation, alignment, calibration, and maintenance of infrared gas laser systems.
- Conducting system performance tests, collecting data, and assisting in troubleshooting laser and sub-system issues.
- Supporting experimental setups and contributing to ongoing laser development and optimization projects.
- Performing optical metrology and diagnostics under supervision of senior staff.
- Ensuring compliance with laser safety protocols and laboratory procedures.
- Documenting laboratory activities and results clearly and accurately.
- Collaborating with engineering, R&D and operations teams to achieve technical objectives.
- Will serve as Laser Safety Officer.
Education, Qualifications & Required Skills
Required
- Hands-on experience with lasers, optics or related technical systems (academic or industrial).
- Familiarity with basic laser principles, alignment techniques, optical diagnostics and safety protocol as related to the use of lasers.
- Strong mechanical and problem-solving skills for laboratory work.
- Team-oriented with effective communication skills.
- Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Physics, Electrical Engineering, Optical Engineering or related technical field (or equivalent lab experience).
- 5+ years of practical experience working in a laboratory with lasers, optics or precision equipment preferred.
Security & Work Authorization
- Ability to obtain and maintain a DOE Q-clearance.
- Must be a U.S. Citizen under 10 CFR Part 810 and/or export control requirements (ITAR/EAR) as applicable.
Working Conditions
- Onsite role – Oak Ridge, TN.
- Monday – Friday, Full Time; Occasional overtime is expected for ensuring deliverables.
- Ability to perform field work (stand, walk, climb stairs/ladders, don PPE, lift~30–50 lbs. occasionally).
- Periodic off-hours support for emergencies, outages, audits or commissioning.
- Limited travel (<10–15%) to vendor, regulatory or partner sites.
Benefits
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Competitive salary (based on experience – starting range $80,000 annually), potential stock options and performance incentives.
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Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), disability and life.
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Paid time off, paid holidays and professional development support.
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Relocation assistance available.
Complete the Application Form Below:
LIST is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. We also participate in E-Verify where required.
UF6 Process Engineer
We are seeking an experienced Senior Chemical/Process/Nuclear Engineer to join our team.
The ideal candidate will have a strong background in the handling of UF6 gas, with expertise in UF6 corrosion-resistant components, vacuum technologies, process design and safety documentation.
This role will involve managing complex projects, providing technical oversight and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
Full Time
Location – Southeast
Salary: $150,000+
UF6 Process Engineer
Key Responsibilities
- Leading and executing UF6-related chemical and nuclear engineering projects, including process design, safety basis documentation and operational readiness reviews.
- Providing support to prepare and review licensing and safety documentation for compliance with DOE, NRC and other regulatory agencies.
- Designing, developing, and overseeing mechanical systems such as UF6 gas handling systems, including vacuum pumps, valves, piping, etc, and other uranium processing equipment and chemical separation systems.
- Performing and overseeing NQA-1 calculations, P&IDs, and PFDs for nuclear facilities.
- Providing technical guidance for facilities such as the Y-12 National Nuclear Security Complex and the Hanford Waste Treatment Plant.
- Developing and implementing solutions for the startup and operation of hazardous waste treatment and uranium processing systems.
- Collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure operational and critical safety standards are maintained.
- Conducting vendor evaluations and oversee procurement engineering for nuclear-grade components.
Education, Qualifications & Required Skills
Required
- Education: Masters’ or PhD degree in Chemical Engineering or similar.
- Experience: Minimum of 15+ years of relevant experience in chemical, process and nuclear engineering.
- Extensive hands-on experience with UF6 and UF6-rated equipment (i.e. vacuum pumps, valves, piping, etc), as well as operational readiness reviews.
- Experience in process modeling to calculate or predict flow rates, pressures, conductance, etc in a UF6 gas handling system/P&ID.
- Experience with DOE and NRC regulatory frameworks.
Preferred
- Strong expertise in uranium chemistry and enrichment processes (centrifuge and laser).
- Proficient in process equipment design, safety analysis and NQA-1 compliance.
- Demonstrated ability to manage projects in both technical and leadership capacities.
Working Conditions
- Onsite role – Oak Ridge, TN.
- Monday – Friday, Full Time.
- Ability to perform field work (stand, walk, climb stairs/ladders, don PPE, lift ~30–50 lbs. occasionally).
- Periodic off-hours support for emergencies, outages, audits or commissioning.
- Limited travel (<10–15%) to vendor, regulatory or partner sites.
Benefits
- Competitive salary (based on experience – starting range $150,000 annually), potential stock options and performance incentives.
- Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), disability and life.
- Paid time off, paid holidays and professional development support.
- Relocation assistance available.
Complete the Application Form Below:
LIST is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. We also participate in E-Verify where required.
Technical Project Manager
We are seeking an experienced and proactive Technical Project Manager to lead and coordinate cross-functional teams in the planning, execution, and delivery of projects within scope, budget, and schedule.
The ideal candidate will bring strong organizational, communication and leadership skills to manage project lifecycles, meet project milestones, mitigate risks, and ensure stakeholder alignment.
This role requires a results-driven professional with the ability to oversee multiple projects simultaneously, enforce project governance and ensure high standards of quality and performance are consistently met.
Full Time
Location – Southeast
Salary: $160,000+
Technical Project Manager
Key Responsibilities
- Managing project deliverables across all phases of LIST’s technology maturation plan.
- Developing work breakdown structures (WBS) for all projects related to the company’s proprietary technology.
- Working with contractors and internal stakeholders to ensure milestones are met on time and on budget.
- Effective communication and cross-functional interaction with stakeholders, both internally and externally, to manage costs, objectives and schedule.
- Fiscal responsibility of project resources.
Education, Qualifications & Required Skills
Required
- Master’s or PhD degree with 10+ years of relevant experience in technical fields such as Mechanical Engineering, Physics, Laser Physics, Optics, Photonics, Electrical Engineering or equivalent field.
- Demonstrated understanding of Project Management principals and experience in the management of cross-functional programs coordinating the research, development and engineering of complex projects.
- Budget management for >$10M/year programs.
- Ability to work within project management tools, such as Microsoft Project, Wrike, Cerberus, IRR, PGP and Resource Management (Spotfire, PL sheets, LTFP).
- Excellent leadership, organization & communications skills.
- Effective executive and customer communication presence.
Preferred
- A background in high-power Lasers, infrared Optics, Optomechanical design, Plasma physics, Nuclear Physics/Engineering is highly desirable.
- Knowledge of advanced gas laser applications in industrial, medical or research fields.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills for technical reporting and collaboration.
Working Conditions
- Onsite role – Oak Ridge, TN.
- Monday – Friday, Full Time; Occasional overtime is expected for ensuring deliverables.
- Ability to perform field work (stand, walk, climb stairs/ladders, don PPE, lift to ~30–50 lbs. occasionally).
- Periodic off-hours support for emergencies, outages, audits, or commissioning.
- Limited travel (<10–15%) to vendor, regulatory, or partner sites.
Benefits
- Competitive salary (based on experience – starting range $160,000 annually), potential stock options and performance incentives.
- Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), disability and life.
- Paid time off, paid holidays and professional development support.
- Relocation assistance available.
Complete the Application Form Below:
LIST is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. We also participate in E-Verify where required.
Quality & Compliance
EH&S Manager
We are seeking an experienced EHS Manager to lead environmental, occupational, laser and radiological safety programs across our facility and operations.
The EHS Manager owns the strategy, deployment, and continuous improvement of environmental, safety, health, radiation protection and laser safety programs. This role ensures compliance with NRC/DOE/OSHA/EPA/state regulations, supports readiness for inspections/audits, and cultivates a proactive safety culture in a high-hazard, high-precision industrial environment.
The EHS Manager will partner closely with operations, engineering, radiological control/health physics, facilities, and security to ensure safe work planning and execution.
Full Time
Location – Southeast
Salary: $130,000+
EH&S Manager
Key Responsibilities
Health and Safety
- Developing, implementing, and maintaining site-wide EHS programs (industrial safety, chemical hygiene/HazCom, electrical and LOTO, machine guarding, ergonomics, confined space, hot work, fall protection, PPE, etc).
- Owning the laser safety program (Class 3B/4), including hazard evaluations, Laser Controlled Area management, SOPs, interlocks/engineering controls and training in alignment with ANSI Z136.1; serve as or supervise the LSO.
- Interacting with TOSHA to ensure LIST remains complaint with workplace safety and health in the state of Tennessee.
- Leading incident investigations (root cause, corrective/preventive actions), risk assessments, JSAs/JHAs and behavioral safety initiatives.
- Planning and delivering onboarding, annual and task-specific training for employees and contractors.
- Maintaining EHS procedures, metrics, dashboards, and management reviews; drive CAPA effectiveness and closure.
Radiological & Nuclear Safety
- Partnering with Radiological Control/Health Physics and/or the company RSO to implement ALARA principles and radiation protection requirements (e.g., 10 CFR Parts 19 & 20).
- Supporting compliance with nuclear material handling, processing, and security controls (e.g., 10 CFR Part 70, material balance areas, inventory, postings, surveys, dosimetry, instrumentation).
- Coordinating readiness activities and responses for NRC/DOE/state inspections and audits; maintaining records and required reports.
Environmental Compliance & Sustainability
- Ensuring compliance with EPA and state environmental rules (e.g., RCRA, CAA, CWA/NPDES, SPCC, SWPPP, TSCA); managing permits, sampling/monitoring and reporting.
- Overseeing hazardous and radioactive waste management, universal waste, and waste minimization; manage manifests and DOT 49 CFR compliance for hazmat shipments.
- Leading pollution prevention, sustainability, and resource efficiency initiatives; manage environmental aspects/impacts and objectives (e.g., ISO 14001 readiness).
Emergency Preparedness
- Leading the site Emergency Response program: plans (ERP), drills/exercises, training, and post-event corrective actions; align with NIMS/ICS.
- Coordinating with local/state/federal agencies and site security on emergency planning, notifications, and integrated response.
Leadership & Culture
- Leading and developing an EHS team; providing clear priorities, coaching, and technical guidance.
- Influencing at all levels, from shop floor to executives; driving a strong speak-up culture and visible management engagement.
Education, Qualifications & Required Skills
Required
- Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Occupational Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Health Physics, Engineering or related fields.
- 7+ years of EHS experience in a regulated industrial, nuclear, or advanced manufacturing environment.
- Demonstrated knowledge of OSHA (29 CFR 1910), EPA programs (RCRA/CAA/CWA), NRC 10 CFR (Parts 19/20/70) and DOT 49 CFR hazmat.
- Experience building and auditing EHS programs, conducting risk assessments and leading incident investigations/root cause analysis.
- Effective communication skills (procedures, training, briefings) and ability to influence cross-functional teams.
Preferred
- Experience with nuclear fuel cycle, uranium processing/enrichment, radiological work or DOE/NNSA/NRC-regulated facilities.
- Professional certifications: CLSO (or eligibility), CSP, CIH, CHMM, CHP, PE.
- Familiarity with ISO 45001/14001 systems, PSM-like risk management, and human/organizational performance (HOP).
- Working knowledge of laser interlock systems, enclosures, beam paths, alignment procedures and non-beam hazards (fumes, fire, electrical).
- Experience with EHS software (incident/CAPA, training LMS, SDS management) and radiation monitoring systems/instrumentation.
Security & Work Authorization
- Ability to obtain and maintain a DOE Q-clearance.
- Must be a U.S. Citizen under 10 CFR Part 810 and/or export control requirements (ITAR/EAR) as applicable.
Working Conditions
- Onsite role in a mixed R&D/operations/industrial environment.
- Ability to perform field work (stand, walk, climb stairs/ladders, don PPE, lift to ~30–50 lbs. occasionally).
- Periodic off-hours support for emergencies, outages, audits, or commissioning.
- Limited travel (<10–15%) to vendor, regulatory, or partner sites.
Benefits
- Competitive salary (based on experience – starting range $130,000 annually), potential stock options and performance incentives.
- Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), disability and life.
- Paid time off, paid holidays and professional development support.
- Relocation assistance available.
Complete the Application Form Below:
LIST is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. We also participate in E-Verify where required.