This project will design and conduct neutron irradiation experiments at the AGN-201M nuclear reactor. This work will entail modeling these experiments using the MCNP radiation transport code ...
This project will design and conduct neutron irradiation experiments at the AGN-201M nuclear reactor. This work will entail modeling these experiments using the MCNP radiation transport code ...
Monte Carlo Codes Postdoctoral Research Associate
Los Alamos, NM · On-site
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
PTO
XCP-3 develops the widely used Monte Carlo N-Particle ® (MCNP ® ) code ( ) and the Monte Carlo Application Toolkit (MCATK) and associated capabilities. Our work supports a variety of Laboratory ...
Monte Carlo Codes Postdoctoral Research Associate
Los Alamos, NM · On-site
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
PTO
XCP-3 develops the widely used Monte Carlo N-Particle ® (MCNP ® ) code ( ) and the Monte Carlo Application Toolkit (MCATK) and associated capabilities. Our work supports a variety of Laboratory ...
Radiological Engineer
Corvallis, OR · Remote
Perform radiological engineering calculations and analyses using industry-standard software including SCALE 6, MCNP, ADVANTG, RADTRAD, and NRCDose . * Develop technical analyses supporting nuclear ...
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Radiological Engineer
Corvallis, OR · Remote
Perform radiological engineering calculations and analyses using industry-standard software including SCALE 6, MCNP, ADVANTG, RADTRAD, and NRCDose . * Develop technical analyses supporting nuclear ...
Radiological Engineer
Corvallis, OR · On-site
Perform radiological engineering calculations and analyses using industry-standard software including SCALE 6, MCNP, ADVANTG, RADTRAD, and NRCDose . * Develop technical analyses supporting nuclear ...
Radiological Engineer
Corvallis, OR · On-site
Perform radiological engineering calculations and analyses using industry-standard software including SCALE 6, MCNP, ADVANTG, RADTRAD, and NRCDose . * Develop technical analyses supporting nuclear ...
Nuclear Engineer I/II
Los Angeles, CA · On-site
$120 - $165/hr
Roles and Responsibilities * Assist with neutronics modeling and simulations using MCNP, Serpent, or SCALE * Support Multiphysics analyses (thermal-hydraulics, heat transfer, structural mechanics)
Nuclear Engineer I/II
Los Angeles, CA · On-site
$120 - $165/hr
Roles and Responsibilities * Assist with neutronics modeling and simulations using MCNP, Serpent, or SCALE * Support Multiphysics analyses (thermal-hydraulics, heat transfer, structural mechanics)
Radiological Engineer
Corvallis, OR · Remote
Perform radiological engineering calculations and analyses using industry-standard software including SCALE 6, MCNP, ADVANTG, RADTRAD, and NRCDose . * Develop technical analyses supporting nuclear ...
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Radiological Engineer
Corvallis, OR · Remote
Perform radiological engineering calculations and analyses using industry-standard software including SCALE 6, MCNP, ADVANTG, RADTRAD, and NRCDose . * Develop technical analyses supporting nuclear ...
Radiological Engineer
Corvallis, OR · Remote
Perform radiological engineering calculations and analyses using industry-standard software including SCALE 6, MCNP, ADVANTG, RADTRAD, and NRCDose . * Develop technical analyses supporting nuclear ...
Quick apply
Radiological Engineer
Corvallis, OR · Remote
Perform radiological engineering calculations and analyses using industry-standard software including SCALE 6, MCNP, ADVANTG, RADTRAD, and NRCDose . * Develop technical analyses supporting nuclear ...
Radiological Engineer
Corvallis, OR · Remote
Perform radiological engineering calculations and analyses using industry-standard software including SCALE 6, MCNP, ADVANTG, RADTRAD, and NRCDose . * Develop technical analyses supporting nuclear ...
Quick apply
Radiological Engineer
Corvallis, OR · Remote
Perform radiological engineering calculations and analyses using industry-standard software including SCALE 6, MCNP, ADVANTG, RADTRAD, and NRCDose . * Develop technical analyses supporting nuclear ...
Radiological Engineer
Corvallis, OR · Remote
Perform radiological engineering calculations and analyses using industry-standard software including SCALE 6, MCNP, ADVANTG, RADTRAD, and NRCDose . * Develop technical analyses supporting nuclear ...
Quick apply
Radiological Engineer
Corvallis, OR · Remote
Perform radiological engineering calculations and analyses using industry-standard software including SCALE 6, MCNP, ADVANTG, RADTRAD, and NRCDose . * Develop technical analyses supporting nuclear ...
Radiological Engineer
Corvallis, OR · Remote
Perform radiological engineering calculations and analyses using industry-standard software including SCALE 6, MCNP, ADVANTG, RADTRAD, and NRCDose . * Develop technical analyses supporting nuclear ...
Quick apply
Radiological Engineer
Corvallis, OR · Remote
Perform radiological engineering calculations and analyses using industry-standard software including SCALE 6, MCNP, ADVANTG, RADTRAD, and NRCDose . * Develop technical analyses supporting nuclear ...
Radiological Engineer
Corvallis, OR · Remote
Perform radiological engineering calculations and analyses using industry-standard software including SCALE 6, MCNP, ADVANTG, RADTRAD, and NRCDose . * Develop technical analyses supporting nuclear ...
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Radiological Engineer
Corvallis, OR · Remote
Perform radiological engineering calculations and analyses using industry-standard software including SCALE 6, MCNP, ADVANTG, RADTRAD, and NRCDose . * Develop technical analyses supporting nuclear ...
Neutronics Analysis Engineer
Santa Clara, CA · On-site
Medical
Retirement
PTO
Perform calculations and analyses in Monte Carlo based codes such as Serpent, MCNP, SCALE, and OpenMC. * Perform calculations and analyses with fast reactor deterministic codes such as DIF3D, PERSENT.
Neutronics Analysis Engineer
Santa Clara, CA · On-site
Medical
Retirement
PTO
Perform calculations and analyses in Monte Carlo based codes such as Serpent, MCNP, SCALE, and OpenMC. * Perform calculations and analyses with fast reactor deterministic codes such as DIF3D, PERSENT.
Monte Carlo Codes Postdoctoral Research Associate
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
PTO
XCP-3 develops the widely used Monte Carlo N-Particle ® (MCNP ® ) code ( and the Monte Carlo Application Toolkit (MCATK) and associated capabilities. Our work supports a variety of Laboratory ...
Monte Carlo Codes Postdoctoral Research Associate
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
PTO
XCP-3 develops the widely used Monte Carlo N-Particle ® (MCNP ® ) code ( and the Monte Carlo Application Toolkit (MCATK) and associated capabilities. Our work supports a variety of Laboratory ...
Shielding Analysis Engineer
Santa Clara, CA · On-site
Medical
Retirement
Perform calculations and analyses in Monte Carlo based radiation transport codes such as MCNP, SCALE, OpenMC, and Serpent. * Perform source term, activation, streaming, skyshine, and dose-rate ...
Shielding Analysis Engineer
Santa Clara, CA · On-site
Medical
Retirement
Perform calculations and analyses in Monte Carlo based radiation transport codes such as MCNP, SCALE, OpenMC, and Serpent. * Perform source term, activation, streaming, skyshine, and dose-rate ...
Shielding Analysis Engineer
Santa Clara, CA · On-site +1
Medical
Retirement
Perform calculations and analyses in Monte Carlo based radiation transport codes such as MCNP, SCALE, OpenMC, and Serpent. * Perform source term, activation, streaming, skyshine, and dose-rate ...
Shielding Analysis Engineer
Santa Clara, CA · On-site +1
Medical
Retirement
Perform calculations and analyses in Monte Carlo based radiation transport codes such as MCNP, SCALE, OpenMC, and Serpent. * Perform source term, activation, streaming, skyshine, and dose-rate ...
Nuclear Engineer I/II
Los Angeles, CA · On-site
$120 - $165/hr
Roles and Responsibilities * Assist with neutronics modeling and simulations using MCNP, Serpent, or SCALE * Support Multiphysics analyses (thermal-hydraulics, heat transfer, structural mechanics)
Nuclear Engineer I/II
Los Angeles, CA · On-site
$120 - $165/hr
Roles and Responsibilities * Assist with neutronics modeling and simulations using MCNP, Serpent, or SCALE * Support Multiphysics analyses (thermal-hydraulics, heat transfer, structural mechanics)
Neutronics Analysis Engineer
Santa Clara, CA · On-site +1
Medical
Retirement
PTO
Perform calculations and analyses in Monte Carlo based codes such as Serpent, MCNP, SCALE, and OpenMC. * Perform calculations and analyses with fast reactor deterministic codes such as DIF3D, PERSENT.
Neutronics Analysis Engineer
Santa Clara, CA · On-site +1
Medical
Retirement
PTO
Perform calculations and analyses in Monte Carlo based codes such as Serpent, MCNP, SCALE, and OpenMC. * Perform calculations and analyses with fast reactor deterministic codes such as DIF3D, PERSENT.
Nuclear Criticality Safety Engineer (3786)
Paducah, KY · On-site
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
PTO
Develop nuclear criticality safety evaluations and program documents that meet applicable NRC/DOE requirements and standards, utilizing nuclear criticality safety software (e.g., SCALE or MCNP) as ...
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Nuclear Criticality Safety Engineer (3786)
Paducah, KY · On-site
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
PTO
Develop nuclear criticality safety evaluations and program documents that meet applicable NRC/DOE requirements and standards, utilizing nuclear criticality safety software (e.g., SCALE or MCNP) as ...
Nuclear Criticality Safety Engineer (3786)
Portsmouth, OH · On-site
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
PTO
Develop nuclear criticality safety evaluations and program documents that meet applicable NRC/DOE requirements and standards, utilizing nuclear criticality safety software (e.g., SCALE or MCNP) as ...
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Nuclear Criticality Safety Engineer (3786)
Portsmouth, OH · On-site
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
PTO
Develop nuclear criticality safety evaluations and program documents that meet applicable NRC/DOE requirements and standards, utilizing nuclear criticality safety software (e.g., SCALE or MCNP) as ...
Nuclear Criticality Safety Engineer (3786)
Oak Ridge, TN · On-site
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
PTO
Develop nuclear criticality safety evaluations and program documents that meet applicable NRC/DOE requirements and standards, utilizing nuclear criticality safety software (e.g., SCALE or MCNP) as ...
Nuclear Criticality Safety Engineer (3786)
Oak Ridge, TN · On-site
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
PTO
Develop nuclear criticality safety evaluations and program documents that meet applicable NRC/DOE requirements and standards, utilizing nuclear criticality safety software (e.g., SCALE or MCNP) as ...
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What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the MCNP position, and why are they important?
To thrive as an MCNP (Monte Carlo N-Particle) specialist, you need a strong background in nuclear engineering, physics, or a related field, with proficiency in computational modeling and radiation transport analysis. Experience with the MCNP software package, related simulation tools, and relevant certifications such as nuclear safety or reactor physics are highly valued. Analytical thinking, problem-solving abilities, and effective communication skills help you excel in interdisciplinary project teams. These skills are crucial for ensuring accurate simulations, maintaining safety standards, and providing critical insights in research or industry settings.
What typical projects or responsibilities can an MCNP specialist expect in their daily work?
As an MCNP specialist, your daily responsibilities generally include developing and running simulation models for radiation transport, analyzing results, and preparing detailed technical reports for project stakeholders. You'll often collaborate closely with physicists, engineers, and safety personnel to ensure that models accurately reflect physical systems and regulatory requirements. Projects may range from reactor core design and shielding analysis to medical physics applications or nuclear nonproliferation studies. The role typically involves both independent computational work and team-based problem-solving, ensuring diverse and engaging workdays.
What is an MCNP?
An MCNP job typically involves working with the Monte Carlo N-Particle (MCNP) transport code, a software tool used for simulating nuclear processes such as radiation shielding, reactor design, and dosimetry. Professionals in this role may include nuclear engineers, health physicists, and radiation safety specialists who use MCNP for modeling neutron, photon, and electron transport. The job often requires strong skills in computational physics, scripting, and data analysis, along with knowledge of nuclear physics principles.

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This project will design and conduct neutron irradiation experiments at the AGN-201M nuclear reactor. This work will entail modeling these experiments using the MCNP radiation transport code, predicting the irradiated materials activation and induced scattering reactions, and conducting these experimental measurements.
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