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West Chester, PA · On-site

$93K - $111K/yr

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Houston, TX

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... and plant security system requirements Experience with Door designs for nuclear reactors and nuclear plant buildings and plant security system requirements Familiar with US NRC requirements ...

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West Chester, PA · On-site

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Perry, OH · Remote

$115 - $178/hr

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Excellent Compensation - $115/hr * $178/day Per Diem * Long-term nuclear plant assignment * Work on ... Security screening * Drug screening * Nuclear plant unescorted access requirements Additional ...

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Nuclear Engineer V, Mechanical

Perry, OH · Remote

$115 - $178/hr

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Excellent Compensation - $115/hr * $178/day Per Diem * Long-term nuclear plant assignment * Work on ... Security screening * Drug screening * Nuclear plant unescorted access requirements Additional ...

Nuclear Engineer V, Mechanical

Perry, OH · Remote

$115 - $178/hr

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Excellent Compensation - $115/hr * $178/day Per Diem * Long-term nuclear plant assignment * Work on ... Security screening * Drug screening * Nuclear plant unescorted access requirements Additional ...

Ability to obtain and maintain unescorted nuclear plant access. * Ability to successfully complete security screening and drug testing requirements. * Willingness to travel to nuclear facilities as ...

Ability to obtain and maintain unescorted nuclear plant access. * Ability to successfully complete security screening and drug testing requirements. * Willingness to travel to nuclear facilities as ...

Ability to obtain and maintain unescorted nuclear plant access. * Ability to successfully complete security screening and drug testing requirements. * Willingness to travel to nuclear facilities as ...

Ability to obtain and maintain unescorted nuclear plant access. * Ability to successfully complete security screening and drug testing requirements. * Willingness to travel to nuclear facilities as ...

Nuclear Plant Attendant Apprentice - Welch, MN

Welch, MN · On-site

$30.39 - $46.86/hr

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This position will be posted for 10 Working Days from May 15th, 2026, to May 28th, 2026. Summary ... Must also meet all nuclear plant access authorization requirements under NRC regulations. Must ...

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Consulting Engineer - Nuclear

Jensen Hughes

West Chester, PA • On-site

$93K - $111K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 18 days ago


Job description

Company Overview

Throughout our worldwide network of experts, clients and communities, we are renowned for our leadership in fire protection engineering - a legacy of responsibility we have proudly upheld since 1939. Today, our expertise extends broadly across closely related security and risk-based fields - from accessibility consulting and risk analysis to process safety, forensic investigations, security risk consulting, emergency management, digital innovation and more.

Our engineers and consultants collaborate to solve complex safety and security challenges, ensuring our clients can protect what matters most. For over 80 years, we have helped mitigate risks that threaten lives, property and reputations. Through technology, expertise and industry-leading research, we remain dedicated to our purpose of making our world safe, secure and resilient.

At Jensen Hughes, we believe that creating and sustaining a culture of trust, integrity and professional growth starts with putting our people first. Our employees are our greatest strength, and we value the unique perspectives and talents they bring to our organization. 

Our wide range of Global Employee Networks connect people from across the organization, supporting career development and providing forums for individuals to share experiences on topics they're passionate about. Together, we are cultivating a connected culture where everyone has the opportunity to learn, grow and succeed together.

Job Overview

Jensen Hughes is seeking a Consulting Engineer located in the greater Philadelphia, PA area to support local clients. Local travel to client site 25%-40% depending on level of relevant experience and client commitments. The position joins the Risk Informed Services division of Jensen Hughes and will work with experienced professionals including probabilistic risk assessment (PRA) engineers on the Energy & Utilities team which provides premium nuclear safety and reliability consulting services. This is a dynamic, technically rewarding position that offers both a team and an independent work environment, including substantial onsite client interface.

Responsibilities

The consulting engineer functions as part of a corporate risk management team that interfaces with multiple nuclear plant departments to implement the risk management (PRA) program. This includes providing technical consulting on a wide range of engineering and regulatory projects in addition to supporting day-to-day nuclear power plant operations. Specific work tasks include: 

  • Supporting Maintenance Rule implementation
  • Advising work planners on scheduling of maintenance activities to minimize risk
  • Maintaining and updating configuration risk management (CRM) software models
  • Responding to emergent plant risk management activities and risk-related issues
  • Interfacing with plant operations and other engineering departments on risk-related items
  • Developing and maintaining risk-related documentation and training material

Requirements and Qualifications

The ideal candidate will have a bachelor's degree from an accredited college in Nuclear, Mechanical, Chemical, or Electrical engineering and at least 2+ years of experience in Navy nuclear or commercial nuclear power plants. Minimum requirements include:

  • Bachelor's degree or higher in Engineering
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills

Financial incentives may be considered for someone relocating for the position. 

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