Industrial Hygienist

Thanks for your interest in Oklo!  We are searching for an Industrial Hygienist to join our team. 

Position Description

The Industrial Hygienist is responsible for industrial hygiene programs across active nuclear and construction job sites to ensure compliance with OSHA, NRC, DOE, and other applicable federal and state regulations. This role also supports broader Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) initiatives, contributing to the development and implementation of site-wide safety programs, risk assessments, and compliance strategies. The position includes developing and delivering training programs to educate employees and contractors on industrial hygiene practices, hazard recognition, and EHS requirements. The role involves building scalable health and safety infrastructure as operations expand across multiple sites, with a focus on program development, data analysis, cross-functional coordination, training, and supporting overall EHS performance and culture.

Specific responsibilities may include:

• Exposure Assessment & Monitoring

  • Design and execute industrial hygiene sampling plans (airborne contaminants, radiation adjunct hazards, noise, heat stress, etc.)

  • Conduct routine and incident-driven exposure assessments across construction, commissioning, and operational environments

  • Interpret and communicate results, recommending controls where needed

• Regulatory Compliance

  • Ensure compliance with OSHA standards (e.g., HAZWOPER, respiratory protection, hazard communication) and NRC-related worker safety requirements

  • Support development and maintenance of written programs (IH plans, chemical hygiene plans, respiratory protection, PPE, etc.)

  • Prepare for and support audits, inspections, and regulatory interactions

• Hazard Identification & Control

  • Partner with EHS, Engineering, and Operations teams to identify workplace hazards and implement controls using the hierarchy of controls

  • Evaluate new processes, materials, and equipment for potential health risks

  • Support Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs) and pre-job planning for high-risk activities

• Field Support & Site Engagement

  • Maintain strong on-site presence to support construction and operational teams