Austin Meredith, Ms, MBA
About Austin Meredith, Ms, MBA
Austin Meredith is a Nuclear Safety Integration Manager at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory, where he leads projects and serves as a subject matter expert in nuclear safety and material storage. He has previous experience at Los Alamos National Laboratory and holds multiple degrees from the University of South Carolina.
Work at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory
Austin Meredith has served as the Nuclear Safety Integration Manager at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory since 2021. In this role, he leads Nuclear Safety Functional Area projects and initiatives, ensuring the integration of safety protocols within the laboratory's operations. He functions as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) in Nuclear Material Storage and Readiness Programs, providing expertise and guidance to enhance safety measures. Meredith also interfaces with programmatic and federal oversight customers to address safety needs, demonstrating a commitment to maintaining high safety standards within the laboratory.
Previous Experience at Los Alamos National Laboratory
Prior to his current position, Austin Meredith worked at Los Alamos National Laboratory from 2017 to 2021. He began as a Nuclear Criticality Safety Engineer for two years, where he focused on criticality safety assessments and protocols. Following this role, he served as the Nuclear Operations Manager for another two years, overseeing nuclear operations and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. His experience at Los Alamos contributed to his expertise in nuclear safety and operations.
Educational Background in Nuclear Engineering
Austin Meredith holds a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree from the University of South Carolina Honors College, which he completed in 2013. He furthered his education by obtaining a Master of Science (M.S.) in Nuclear Engineering from the same institution in 2013. Additionally, he earned a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from the University of South Carolina - Darla Moore School of Business in 2016. This educational background provides him with a strong foundation in both technical and managerial aspects of nuclear engineering.
Missionary Experience
Before pursuing his academic and professional career in nuclear engineering, Austin Meredith served as a missionary for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints from 2008 to 2010. He was assigned to the Idaho Pocatello Mission, where he engaged in community service and outreach activities. This experience contributed to his personal development and skills in communication and leadership.
Research Assistant Role at University of South Carolina
In 2013, Austin Meredith worked as a Graduate Research Assistant in Nuclear Engineering at the University of South Carolina. During this 11-month position, he contributed to research projects and gained hands-on experience in the field of nuclear engineering. This role provided him with valuable insights into nuclear safety and engineering practices, further enhancing his expertise in the discipline.