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Thea Energy

Director - Nuclear Engineering

Kearny, NJ · On-site

$160K - $230K/yr

Lead and grow a world-class team of nuclear engineers working on the cutting edge of commercial fusion power technology. * Direct the nuclear design of fusion systems, including blanket, shield ...

Thea Energy

Director - Nuclear Engineering

Kearny, NJ · On-site

$160K - $230K/yr

Lead and grow a world-class team of nuclear engineers working on the cutting edge of commercial fusion power technology. * Direct the nuclear design of fusion systems, including blanket, shield ...

Parsons Corporation

Nuclear Engineer

$63K - $111K/yr

NUCLEAR ENGINEER When it comes to what you want in your career, if you can imagine it, you can do it at Parsons. Imagine a career working with intelligent, diverse people sharing a common quest.

Cantos Ventures

Nuclear Engineer

El Segundo, CA · On-site

$106.50 - $146.48/hr

Collect requirements, provide expertise and feedback to engineers in other functional areas via clear, constructive communication. * Other nuclear design and analysis duties as assigned Required ...

Niowave Inc.

Nuclear Engineer

Lansing, MI · On-site

$89K - $107K/yr

Nuclear Engineer Who we are ... We are a team of scientists, engineers, technicians, and innovators dedicated to changing the world ...

Booz Allen Hamilton

Nuclear Engineer

Arlington, VA

$77K - $176K/yr

As a nuclear engineer, you bring the expertise needed to review reactor designs, mechanical and electrical drawings, and the supporting systems required for safe and feasible deployment. That ...

Booz Allen Hamilton, Inc.

Nuclear Engineer

Arlington, VA · On-site

$77K - $176K/yr

As a nuclear engineer, you bring the expertise needed to review reactor designs, mechanical and electrical drawings, and the supporting systems required for safe and feasible deployment. That ...

Radiant Industries

Nuclear Engineer

El Segundo, CA · On-site

$106K - $146K/yr

Collect requirements, provide expertise and feedback to engineers in other functional areas via clear, constructive communication.  * Other nuclear design and analysis duties as assigned. Required ...

Radiant

Nuclear Engineer

El Segundo, CA · On-site

$106K - $146K/yr

Collect requirements, provide expertise and feedback to engineers in other functional areas via clear, constructive communication. * Other nuclear design and analysis duties as assigned. Required ...

Booz Allen Hamilton, Inc.

Nuclear Engineer

Arlington, VA · On-site +1

$77K - $176K/yr

As a nuclear engineer, you bring the expertise needed to review reactor designs, mechanical and electrical drawings, and the supporting systems required for safe and feasible deployment. That ...

Nalley Consulting

Nuclear Engineer - Sr

Reston, VA · On-site

$100 - $140/hr

Nuclear Engineer LCAT: Senior Location: Reston, Virginia Required Clearance TS/SCI with willingness to take CI poly. Candidates with current CI poly taken within the past seven years will be ...

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How much do nuclear engineers jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 12, 2026, the average yearly pay for nuclear engineers in the United States is $105,594.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $98,500.00 and $118,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What jobs can nuclear engineers do?

Nuclear engineers design, develop, and oversee nuclear systems used for energy production, medical applications, and research. They work in power plants, research facilities, and regulatory agencies, often requiring knowledge of radiation safety, thermodynamics, and nuclear physics. Certification and adherence to safety standards are essential in this field.

What is the difference between Nuclear Engineers vs Nuclear Technicians?

AspectNuclear EngineersNuclear Technicians
EducationBachelor's degree in nuclear engineering or related fieldAssociate's degree or technical certification in nuclear technology
Work EnvironmentDesigning, developing, and overseeing nuclear systems; often in offices or labsOperating and maintaining nuclear equipment; working in power plants or labs
CertificationsOptional professional engineering license (PE)Technician certifications and licenses
Job FocusResearch, design, safety analysis, and system developmentEquipment operation, maintenance, and safety procedures

Nuclear Engineers focus on designing and analyzing nuclear systems, requiring a bachelor's degree and often a PE license. Nuclear Technicians support these systems by operating and maintaining equipment, typically holding technical certifications. Both roles are essential in the nuclear industry but differ in responsibilities, education, and work environment.

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Infographic showing various Nuclear Engineers job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 93% Full Time, 2% Part Time, 4% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 86% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 9% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $105,594 per year, or $50.8 per hour.

Nuclear Engineer - Reactor Physics

NANO Nuclear Energy, Inc.

Oak Brook, IL • On-site

$100K - $150K/yr

Full-time

Posted 28 days ago

Job description

About NANO Nuclear Energy
NANO Nuclear Energy is anadvanced nuclear technology company developing next-generation microreactorsystems that will help transform the future of clean, reliable, and resilientenergy. Through the development of its KRONOS MMR™ EnergySystem, LOKI MMR™ Energy System, and ZEUS™ Solid Core BatteryReactor-advancedhigh-temperature gas-cooled reactor (HTGR) technologies designed forapplications including data centers, industrial operations, remote communities,and critical infrastructure-the company is advancing innovative nuclearsolutions for a rapidly evolving energy landscape. NANO Nuclear has alsosubmitted a Construction Permit Application (CPA) to the U.S. NuclearRegulatory Commission (NRC) to support the planned deployment of the KRONOS MMRat the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign (UIUC), representing a significantmilestone toward the commercialization of advanced nuclear technology.
Joining NANO Nuclear meanscontributing to pioneering technologies with the potential to redefine thenuclear industry while working alongside experts in engineering, science, andinnovation. Our team operates in a collaborative, entrepreneurial environmentwhere employees are encouraged to solve challenging technical problems andadvance the materials technologies needed for next-generation energy systems.
Position Overview:
We are seeking a Nuclear Engineer, Reactor Physics who will be responsible for performing reactor physics analyses of the nuclear reactor power systems in development at Nano Nuclear Energy, Inc. The Nuclear Engineer will support core design enhancement, integrate customer and regulatory requirements into the reactor core design, and perform analysis and prepare documentation to support licensing of the reactor systems.
Responsibilities:
  • Perform neutron and gamma radiation transport calculations to determine activation/dose rates, heating, and material damage effects, and establish radiation shielding requirements.
  • Design radiation shielding throughout the reactor system.
  • Perform criticality safety calculations.
  • Develop, verify, and validate computational tools for reactor multiphysics analysis.
  • Collaborate with engineering, operations & maintenance, safety analysis, and licensing teams.
  • Assist in training and mentoring junior team members.
  • Ensure compliance with nuclear regulations, licensing requirements, and company safety policies.
  • Contribute to the preparation of documents to enable licensing of Nano Nuclear Energy reactor systems.
  • Responsibilities may extend to other divisions of the business at times.
  • Bachelor's degree in Nuclear Engineering or related field.
  • 7+ years (or M.Sc. and 5+ years) of relevant experience.
  • Strong Monte Carlo skills and strong understanding of reactor physics. Experience in reactor design, radiation shielding, and criticality safety desirable.
  • Strong programming skills in any language; Python is commonly used in this position.
  • Excellent problem-solving and collaboration skills.
  • Nuclear software verification and validation experience is a plus.

Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in Nuclear Engineering or related field.
  • 7+ years (or M.Sc. and 5+ years) of relevant experience.
  • Strong Monte Carlo skills and strong understanding of reactor physics. Experience in reactor design, radiation shielding, and criticality safety desirable.
  • Strong programming skills in any language; Python is commonly used in this position.
  • Excellent problem-solving and collaboration skills.
  • Nuclear software verification and validation experience is a plus.

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