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Nuclear Engineer

El Segundo, CA · On-site

$106K - $146K/yr

Ownership of Nuclear design and analysis, examples include: * Shielding: Operational dose and ... Substantial incentive stock plan for all full-time employees. * Medical: 100% up to base silver ...

Nuclear Engineer

El Segundo, CA · On-site

$106K - $146K/yr

Ownership of Nuclear design and analysis, examples include: * Shielding: Operational dose and ... Substantial incentive stock plan for all full-time employees. * Medical: 100% up to base silver ...

Senior Nuclear Engineer

Palm Beach Gardens, FL · Hybrid

$98K - $135K/yr

Palm Beach Gardens, FL Employment Type: Full-time, Exempt About AMPERA AMPERA is redefining clean ... These engineers will play a critical role in the design, analysis, and validation of AMPERAs ...

Lead Nuclear Engineer

El Segundo, CA · On-site

$140K - $237K/yr

You will lead a high-performing team through the design, development, and test stages of the ... Substantial incentive stock plan for all full-time employees. * Medical: 100% up to base silver ...

Lead Nuclear Engineer

El Segundo, CA · On-site

$140K - $237K/yr

You will lead a high-performing team through the design, development, and test stages of the ... Substantial incentive stock plan for all full-time employees. * Medical: 100% up to base silver ...

Nuclear Engineer

Oak Ridge, TN · On-site

$94K - $112K/yr

Location: Oak Ridge, TN Schedule: Full-Time Standard Nuclear is fueling America's nuclear ... Perform neutronics, shielding, dose, and activation analyses to support system design and safety ...

Your engineering expertise will drive critical decisions related to design, and modification of ... Exempt Employee Type: Full Time Job Category: Engineering Organization: NextEra Energy Duane Arnold ...

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As of Jun 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for full time nuclear design in the United States is $85.10, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $82.69 and $93.75 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Full Time Nuclear Design vs Full Time Nuclear Engineering?

AspectFull Time Nuclear DesignFull Time Nuclear Engineering
CredentialsBachelor's or Master's in Nuclear Engineering or related field; certifications varyBachelor's or Master's in Nuclear Engineering; professional engineer (PE) license often preferred
Work EnvironmentDesign offices, research facilities, project sitesDesign labs, research facilities, operational plants
Employer & Industry UsagePower plant design firms, government agencies, contractorsPower plants, consulting firms, government agencies

Full Time Nuclear Design focuses on creating and developing nuclear plant designs, while Full Time Nuclear Engineering involves applying engineering principles to operate, analyze, and improve nuclear systems. Both roles require strong technical skills, but their daily tasks and focus areas differ within the nuclear industry.

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Design Engineer - Nuclear

KBH Industrial

Baxley, GA

Full-time

Posted 5 days ago


Job description

KBH | Baxley, GA | Full Time

Job Summary

This position is assigned to the Central Design Engineering organization in the project group and is part of the Extended Power Uprate Engineering organization. This position will provide mechanical /electrical engineering support for design changes primarily for the station's equipment upgrade to meet EPU conditions.

Specific responsibilities include:

  • Obtain Design qualifications and support development and implementation of design changes for the site.
  • Review and challenge design change packages prepared by A/Es (EOCs).
  • Support scheduling, planning and field implementation activities.
  • Participate in industry groups (BWROG, PWROG, EPRI, IEEE, NEI, etc.) supporting plant systems and Extended Power Uprate.

Educational Requirements:

  • Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical/ Civil Engineering from an ABET accredited college or university.
  • EIT/FE or Professional Engineer Registration is a plus.

Summary of Position Duties:

  • Create Design Change Packages and supporting documentation.
  • Provide technical oversight for design modifications.
  • Conduct site walk downs, and review design modifications for constructability.
  • Support cost estimates, and scoping of future design modifications.
  • Ensure design drawings are updated after completion of a design modification.
  • Present design changes at various meetings.
  • Create purchase orders and verify materials received.
  • Coordinate and write test procedures, as needed.
  • Manage design scope, schedule, and budget to meet site objectives.
  • Coordinate with stakeholders and vendors associated with modifications.
  • Provide input for/attend post-project evaluation/lessons learned meetings.
  • Perform engineering duty and emergency response duty as required.
  • Other duties as required.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

  • Nuclear design modifications experience is preferred.
  • Construction planning, scheduling and implementation experience preferred.
  • Project management/oversight experience preferred.
  • Knowledge and understanding commercial nuclear power plant regulations, codes, and standards is a plus.
  • Minimum 3 years engineering experience in engineering design is desired.
  • Minimum 3 years nuclear power plant related engineering experience is desired.
  • Standard Design Process knowledge highly desired.
  • Excellent oral and written communications skills.
  • Proven organizational skills with ability to balance multiple projects simultaneously.
  • Must convey a clear vision of the future and make principled, data-based practical decisions that take critical factors into account.
  • Capable of working efficiently and effectively across organizations.
  • An ability to solve problems and make sound engineering decisions, based on experience and appropriate industry practices, to make timely decisions which might impact plant safety and reliability.
  • Effectively present technical positions to all levels of management and to external organizations.
  • Working knowledge of common computer tools, including Microsoft Office Word and Excel.
  • Behavioral Attributes / Leadership Requirements:
    Makes principled, data-based decisions that take critical factors into account.
  • Works through conflicts to create win/win situations.
  • Holds self-accountable for superior results; respects the dignity of every individual; assumes personal responsibility for individual and corporate success.
  • Works well as contributing member of a team.
  • Respects the dignity of every individual and different viewpoints.
  • Assumes personal responsibility for individual success.
  • Strong written and oral communication skills.
  • Values diversity and respects the dignity of every individual.

Other Requirements:

  • The successful candidate must meet background screening and NRC Fitness for Duty requirements.
  • Must satisfactorily complete the Systems Engineering training program.
  • The successful candidate must be willing to travel to other plants within the fleet and to the corporate office for business purposes.
  • Other duties as assigned.