Business Details
15 Years
experience
Nuclear Engineering & Safety Consulting Services in Knoxville
Since 2011, Novarei Solutions has specialized in delivering advanced nuclear, national security, and technical services to U.S. federal agencies and commercial nuclear clients. Our expertise lies in nuclear safety analysis, regulatory compliance, and engineering solutions tailored to complex nuclear projects. Our team employs validated software platforms like SCALE 6.1 and MCNP5 to conduct criticality safety assessments, radiation shielding analyses, and radiological evaluations. Guided by principles of safety, transparency, and excellence, we partner with clients to implement innovative technologies that meet stringent regulatory standards.With over 25 years of combined leadership experience in nuclear engineering and industrial-organizational psychology, we provide strategic decision-making and risk management support. Our commitment to quality extends to every project, ensuring clients achieve milestones while adhering to the highest safety protocols. We serve defense, energy, and commercial sectors nationwide, prioritizing integrity and technical precision in all deliverables.
Services
Safety Analysis
Nuclear Criticality Safety
Nuclear Shielding Analysis
Engineering Design
Regulatory Licensing
Details
- Year established: 2011
Highlights and features
- 25+ years of nuclear criticality safety expertise
- Verified software platforms for precision analysis
- Served DOE, DOD, and commercial nuclear licensees
- Comprehensive safety basis and regulatory compliance
- Leadership with advanced degrees in nuclear engineering
Associations and certifications
- U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC)
- U.S. Department of Energy (DOE)
Services
Safety Analysis
Our safety analysis services utilize validated computational platforms to assess nuclear criticality risks and radiation exposure. We provide comprehensive safety basis documentation including integrated safety analysis and dose modeling for government and commercial nuclear facilities. Our team ensures compliance with NRC and DOE standards.
Nuclear Shielding Analysis
We conduct detailed radiation transport calculations and shielding design assessments using industry-standard software. Our solutions protect workers and environments through optimized shielding configurations for nuclear facilities undergoing decommissioning, enrichment, or reactor operations.
Engineering Design
Our multidisciplinary engineering team delivers tailored design solutions for nuclear infrastructure projects. Services include system design reviews, safety system implementations, and technical support for deactivation and decommissioning projects across defense and energy sectors.
Regulatory Licensing
We support clients through complex regulatory processes, preparing licensing submissions and safety evaluations. Our documentation meets NRC requirements for nuclear criticality safety programs, enabling smooth approval processes for commercial and government nuclear operations.
People
Shane E. Parkey
President
President with B.S./M.S. in Nuclear Engineering and 25+ years of experience in nuclear safety analysis and criticality safety. Former director at DOE defense facility projects, specializing in risk assessment and reactor monitoring systems.
Melissa Staniewicz Parkey
Vice President
Vice President with 20+ years in industrial-organizational psychology. Expertise in team communication, leadership development, and human resources management for government contractors and defense sector operations.
Questions
What nuclear industry sectors do you serve?
We support U.S. Department of Defense defense facilities, Department of Energy sites, commercial nuclear licensees, and nuclear fuel cycle operations across the United States.
What safety analysis software tools do you use?
Our validated platforms include SCALE 6.1 and MCNP5, configured per NRC and DOE standards for criticality safety and radiation shielding analyses.
Do you provide personnel for nuclear projects?
Yes, we supply mid to senior-level nuclear safety analysts, engineers, and regulatory specialists for temporary or long-term project requirements.
How do you ensure regulatory compliance for clients?
Our team maintains deep knowledge of NRC and DOE requirements, ensuring all analyses and documentation meet current regulatory standards for licensing and safety programs.
What specialized engineering services are offered?
Multidisciplinary engineering design support including safety basis documentation, shielding optimization, and criticality accident alarm system evaluations for nuclear facilities.
