Nuclear Engineering Alumnus Steven Arndt is 2012 Federal Engineer of the Year

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Nuclear Engineering Program Alumnus and Professional Engineer Steven Arndt recently received the 2012 Federal Engineer of the Year Award (FEYA). Arndt, a senior technical advisor with the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC), received the honor during the 33rd Annual FEYA Banquet at the National Press Club in Washington, D.C., on February 23, 2012. 

In his government engineering role, Arndt helps ensure the safe operation of nuclear power plants both in the United States and around the world. During the Fukushima disaster last year, he worked as a severe accident analyst with the NRC's Operation Center as it supported the Japanese government and the U.S. ambassador's office. Arndt also led the U.S. analysis of the Japanese report to the International Ministerial Conference and supported the prioritization of NRC near-term recommendations for U.S. plants. He has also served on the U.S. delegation to the International Electrotechnical Commission and supported the development of International Atomic Energy Agency safety standards.

Mr. Arndt was also a 2011 recipient of the Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering's Bertha Lamme Freicht Award, which is bestowed to alumni who have made noteworthy contributions to their chosen professions while overcoming significant obstacles or barriers to the completion of their education and/or obstacles in their careers. Mr. Arndt's life of achievement includes earning the distinction of Eagle Scout and he holds a Six Sigma black belt. He earned his PhD in Nuclear Engineering in 2010. His bachelor's and master's degrees were also earned at Ohio State.

More information about the award and a brief video of an interview with Arndt discussing some of his recent engineering contributions can be found on the National Society of Professional Engineers web site.

Category: Alumni