Susan Smith
About Susan Smith
Susan Smith is a Nuclear Safeguards Engineer at Oak Ridge National Laboratory, where she has worked since 2016. She has extensive experience in nuclear engineering, having previously held positions at Canberra Industries and the International Atomic Energy Agency.
Work at Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Susan Smith has been employed at Oak Ridge National Laboratory as a Nuclear Safeguards Engineer since 2016. In this role, she focuses on the implementation and oversight of nuclear safeguards, ensuring compliance with safety standards and regulations. Her responsibilities include assessing the effectiveness of nuclear material control and accountability programs across the Department of Energy complex. Smith also serves as a material balance area alternate and custodian for tamper-indicating devices.
Previous Experience at Canberra Industries
Prior to her current position, Susan Smith worked at Canberra Industries in various roles. She served as a Senior Systems Scientist from 2014 to 2016, and before that, she held the position of Application Support Manager for NDA Systems from 2013 to 2014. Her earlier experience includes working as a Research Scientist and a Senior Systems Scientist from 2005 to 2013. During her time at Canberra Industries, she investigated neutron shielding options and redesigned training courses related to nuclear safeguards.
Education and Expertise
Susan Smith holds a Master of Science degree in Nuclear Engineering from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, which she completed in 2005. She also earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering Physics and Nuclear Engineering from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute in 2004. Her educational background provides a strong foundation for her expertise in nuclear safeguards and engineering.
Experience with International Atomic Energy Agency
Susan Smith worked as a Junior Professional Officer (JPO) in NDA Systems Engineering at the International Atomic Energy Agency from 2008 to 2009. In this role, she contributed to the development and implementation of non-destructive assay systems, enhancing her understanding of international nuclear safeguards.
Training and Development in Nuclear Safeguards
In her current role and previous positions, Susan Smith has provided training on the proper implementation and use of Non-Destructive Assay equipment. She has also led projects that evaluate the needs for safeguards monitoring of gaseous centrifuge enrichment plants, demonstrating her commitment to advancing knowledge and practices in nuclear safeguards.