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How much do contract nuclear planner jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 15, 2026, the average yearly pay for contract nuclear planner in the United States is $69,591.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $54,000.00 and $81,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some common challenges faced by Contract Nuclear Planners, and how can they be addressed?

Contract Nuclear Planners often face challenges such as coordinating complex maintenance schedules, ensuring strict regulatory compliance, and managing communication across multidisciplinary teams. Navigating the high-stakes environment of a nuclear facility requires meticulous attention to detail and strong organizational skills. Building effective relationships with operations, engineering, and safety personnel can help streamline planning processes and minimize delays. Proactive communication and thorough documentation are key strategies for addressing these challenges and ensuring project milestones are met safely and efficiently.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Contract Nuclear Planner, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Contract Nuclear Planner, you need expertise in nuclear plant operations, project management, and maintenance planning, often supported by a technical degree and relevant experience in the nuclear industry. Familiarity with planning and scheduling software (such as Primavera P6), regulatory compliance systems, and safety protocols is typically required. Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and effective communication abilities distinguish top performers in this role. These skills are essential to ensure safe, efficient, and compliant maintenance and outage planning in highly regulated nuclear environments.

What are Contract Nuclear Planners?

Contract Nuclear Planners are professionals responsible for developing, coordinating, and overseeing maintenance and outage schedules at nuclear power facilities, typically on a contract basis. They work closely with operations, engineering, and maintenance teams to ensure that all activities comply with regulatory standards and are completed safely and efficiently. Their duties often include resource allocation, timeline management, and documentation to support the safe operation of nuclear plants. Contract Nuclear Planners play a crucial role in minimizing downtime and ensuring regulatory compliance during scheduled outages or maintenance projects.
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Infographic showing various Contract Nuclear Planner job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 62% Full Time, 19% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 17% Contract. Highlights an 80% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 18% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $69,591 per year, or $33.5 per hour.
Nuclear Planner

Nuclear Planner

Westinghouse Electric Company, LLC

Homestead, FL

$65/hr

Full-time

Medical, Retirement, PTO

Posted 18 days ago

Job description

Are you interested in being part of an innovative team that supports Westinghouse's mission to provide clean energy solutions? At WECTEC Staffing Services, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Westinghouse Electric Company LLC, we recognize that our employees are our most valuable asset and we seek to identify, attract and recruit the most qualified talent while recognizing and encouraging the value of diversity in the global workplace.
About the role:
Sr. Nuclear Planner - Mechanical
12 Months
Turkey Point Nuclear Plant - Homestead, FL
The Senior Nuclear Planner is an important technical position responsible for developing comprehensive work packages for maintenance, modifications, and surveillance activities at nuclear power facilities. We ask that you have advanced planning expertise, technical knowledge of nuclear systems, and the ability to lead planning plans that ensure safe, efficient, and compliant work execution.
Key Responsibilities:
  • Develop detailed work order task descriptions, including step-by-step instructions, material requirements, tool lists, and post-maintenance testing requirements
  • Plan complex maintenance activities including ASME Section XI work, ISI/IST programs, and modification packages
  • Ensure work packages comply with regulatory requirements, technical specifications, and plant procedures
  • Coordinate clearance requirements and equipment isolation strategies with Operations
  • Resolve technical issues during the planning phase to prevent field delays

Technical Leadership & Mentoring
  • Provide technical guidance and mentoring to less experienced planners and planner associates
  • Lead planning projects for outage and online work activities
  • Participate in work week planning meetings and provide expert planning input
  • Develop and deliver training content for planner development programs
  • Be a subject matter expert for planning processes and tools

Cross-Functional Coordination
  • Communicate with Operations, Maintenance, Engineering, Work Management, and Supply Chain to improve work execution
  • Participate in pre-job briefs and post-job critiques to improve planning quality
  • Coordinate with Radiation Protection and Chemistry for radiological and chemical hazard controls
  • Support outage planning activities including milestone achievement and critical path management

Quality & Compliance
  • Ensure all work packages meet Quality Assurance requirements and regulatory standards
  • Incorporate Operating Experience (OE) and lessons learned into planning products
  • Maintain configuration control and ensure documentation of as-built conditions
  • Support corrective action program by addressing planning-related issues

Process Improvement
  • Identify opportunities to improve planning processes, tools, and standards
  • Develop and maintain planning templates, work standards, and best practices
  • Participate in benchmarking activities and industry working groups
  • Support implementation of new planning technologies and systems

Qualifications:
  • Minimum: Associate's Degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, or related technical field, or equivalent 10 years plant experience in a technical field.
  • Preferred: Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or related science
  • Experience: Minimum 7+ years of nuclear power plant experience, with at least 4 years in maintenance planning or equivalent technical role
  • Demonstrated progression in planning responsibilities and complexity of work assignments

Technical Knowledge
  • Experience with nuclear plant systems, components, and operations
  • Working knowledge of ASME codes (Section XI, Section IX), ISI/IST programs, and regulatory requirements
  • Proficiency with work management systems (NAMS/Passport, NextEra One, Primavera P6)
  • Understanding of maintenance practices across multiple disciplines (mechanical, electrical, I&C)
  • Knowledge of configuration management, design control, and modification processes

Our Safety Pledge to You:
If you are as committed to your success as we are committed to your safety, then this is the position for you! For us, our guiding principle has always been and will continue to be the safety of our people. It's that simple!
Why WECTEC Staffing Services?
WECTEC Staffing Services delivers customer-focused solutions, offering everything from high-volume, cost-effective staffing to specialized niche roles, while maintaining best-in-class service. Our employees bring expertise across technical and corporate functions, supporting international contracts in over five countries. We invite you to explore opportunities within our distinguished global talent network.
WECTEC Staffing Services offers competitive pay to all of our employees. Additionally, most positions qualify for benefits including the following:
  • Comprehensive Health and Income Protection Benefits
  • 401(k) Savings Plan
  • Paid Vacations for Qualifying Positions

We are committed to transparency and equity in all our people practices. The base salary range for this position, which is dependent upon experience, qualifications and skills, is estimated to be $60.00 - $65.00
WECTEC Staffing Services continues to successfully place professional and technical resources into key roles globally. You can learn more by visiting www.wectecstaffing.com
You can submit your completed application, and explore other available options, using the following link: careers.westinghousenuclear.com
Get connected with WECTEC Staffing Services on social media: LinkedIn
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