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Protingent

Nuclear Methods Engineer

Bellevue, WA · On-site

$52 - $85/hr

Nuclear Methods Engineer Position Description: Protingent Staffing has an exciting contract Nuclear ... IDEs, version control, profilers, debuggers, documentation builders, packaging tools) * Experience ...

Crane Co.

$72K - $87K/yr

The Nuclear Engineer is responsible for designing, analyzing, testing, and overseeing systems and ... package of both cash and non-cash benefits, including comprehensive health, wellness incentives ...

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System One

Nuclear Engineer V - Mechanical

Hookstown, PA · On-site

$115 - $178/hr

Review and check calculations, drawings, engineering packages, and technical data prepared by other engineers * Prepare technical presentations, communicate findings clearly to clients, and ...

System One

Nuclear Engineer V - Mechanical

Hookstown, PA · On-site

$115 - $178/hr

Review and check calculations, drawings, engineering packages, and technical data prepared by other engineers * Prepare technical presentations, communicate findings clearly to clients, and ...

System One

Nuclear Engineer V, Mechanical

Perry, OH · Remote

$115 - $178/hr

Review and check calculations, drawings, engineering packages, and technical data prepared by other engineers * Prepare technical presentations, communicate findings clearly to clients, and ...

System One

Nuclear Engineer V - Mechanical

Hookstown, PA · On-site

$115 - $178/hr

Review and check calculations, drawings, engineering packages, and technical data prepared by other engineers * Prepare technical presentations, communicate findings clearly to clients, and ...

System One

Nuclear Engineer V - Mechanical

Hookstown, PA · On-site

$115 - $178/hr

Review and check calculations, drawings, engineering packages, and technical data prepared by other engineers * Prepare technical presentations, communicate findings clearly to clients, and ...

System One

Nuclear Engineer V, Mechanical

Perry, OH · Remote

$115 - $178/hr

Review and check calculations, drawings, engineering packages, and technical data prepared by other engineers * Prepare technical presentations, communicate findings clearly to clients, and ...

Ocean Atomics

Nuclear Test Engineer

Bethesda, MD · On-site

$105K - $126K/yr

Role Summary The Test Engineer - Nuclear is responsible for the development, execution, and ... Prepare comprehensive test reports and data packages for internal and external stakeholders.

The Nuclear Company

Member of Nuclear Staff

Columbia, SC · On-site

$80K - $96K/yr

This is not a narrowly defined engineering position. Members of Nuclear Staff are expected to take ... Modularization, prefabrication, advanced work packaging, and repeatable construction strategies

Ocean Atomics LLC

Nuclear Test Engineer

Bethesda, MD · On-site

$150K - $240K/yr

Role Summary The Test Engineer - Nuclear is responsible for the development, execution, and ... Prepare comprehensive test reports and data packages for internal and external stakeholders.

System One

Nuclear Engineer V, I&C

Oak Harbor, OH · On-site

$115/hr

Nuclear Engineer V - Instrumentation & Controls (I&C) Job Type: Contract Pay Rate: Up to $115/hour ... Develop engineering specifications, design criteria, calculations, and modification packages for I ...

System One

Nuclear Engineer V, I&C

Oak Harbor, OH · On-site

$115/hr

Nuclear Engineer V - Instrumentation & Controls (I&C) Job Type: Contract Pay Rate: Up to $115/hour ... Develop engineering specifications, design criteria, calculations, and modification packages for I ...

System One

Nuclear Engineer V, I&C

Oak Harbor, OH · On-site

$115/hr

Nuclear Engineer V - Instrumentation & Controls (I&C) Job Type: Contract Pay Rate: Up to $115/hour ... Develop engineering specifications, design criteria, calculations, and modification packages for I ...

System One

Nuclear Engineer V, I&C

Oak Harbor, OH · On-site

$115/hr

Nuclear Engineer V - Instrumentation & Controls (I&C) Job Type: Contract Pay Rate: Up to $115/hour ... Develop engineering specifications, design criteria, calculations, and modification packages for I ...

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How much do nuclear packaging engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 10, 2026, the average yearly pay for nuclear packaging engineer 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 does a nuclear packaging engineer do?

A Nuclear Packaging Engineer is responsible for designing, testing, and certifying containers and systems used to safely transport and store radioactive materials. Their work ensures that nuclear materials are handled in compliance with strict safety and regulatory standards, minimizing risks to people and the environment. They collaborate with regulatory agencies, oversee quality assurance, and often participate in risk assessments and emergency response planning. These engineers play a crucial role in the nuclear industry, including power generation, medical applications, and research.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a nuclear packaging engineer?

To thrive as a Nuclear Packaging Engineer, you need a strong background in mechanical or nuclear engineering, knowledge of regulatory standards, and experience with packaging design for radioactive materials. Familiarity with CAD software, finite element analysis (FEA) tools, and certifications such as PMP or relevant DOE qualifications are commonly required. Attention to detail, strong problem-solving abilities, and effective communication are vital soft skills for ensuring safety and compliance. These skills and qualifications are crucial to design, test, and certify packaging that protects people and the environment from radiation hazards during transport or storage.

What are some common challenges faced by nuclear packaging engineers when ensuring regulatory compliance?

Nuclear Packaging Engineers often encounter challenges in keeping up with evolving regulatory standards and ensuring that all packaging designs meet strict safety and security requirements. This role requires meticulous attention to detail, as even minor deviations can result in significant compliance issues. Engineers must regularly collaborate with regulatory agencies, quality assurance teams, and safety experts to validate designs and maintain thorough documentation. Staying updated on new regulations and conducting rigorous testing are key aspects of managing these challenges successfully.

What is the difference between Nuclear Packaging Engineer vs Nuclear Safety Engineer?

AspectNuclear Packaging EngineerNuclear Safety Engineer
CredentialsBachelor's in engineering, certifications in packaging or nuclear safetyBachelor's or master's in nuclear engineering, safety certifications
Work EnvironmentDesigning and testing packaging for radioactive materialsAssessing safety protocols and risk management in nuclear facilities
Industry UsageManufacturers, transportation, regulatory agenciesNuclear power plants, regulatory bodies, safety consulting

While both roles involve nuclear industry expertise, Nuclear Packaging Engineers focus on designing and testing packaging solutions for radioactive materials, ensuring safe transportation and storage. Nuclear Safety Engineers concentrate on evaluating and implementing safety protocols within nuclear facilities to prevent accidents. Both roles require specialized knowledge and certifications but serve different aspects of nuclear safety and logistics.

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Infographic showing various Nuclear Packaging Engineer job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 92% Full Time, 3% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 85% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 11% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $105,594 per year, or $50.8 per hour.

Nuclear Methods Engineer

Bellevue, WA • On-site

Protingent
Recruiting and Staffing Services • 51 - 200 employees
Learn more about Protingentexternal

$52 - $85/hr

Contractor

Medical, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 23 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Create formal documentation of nuclear methods software requirements, design, implementation, and testing in support of licensing company's reactors

  • Update, improve, and create software to satisfy licensing requirements during the Validation and Verification (V&V) process

  • Design and execute sensitivity studies to understand the effects and validity of various modeling assumptions, and adjust methods as necessary

Job description


Position Title: Nuclear Methods Engineer
Position Description: Protingent Staffing has an exciting contract Nuclear Methods Engineer opportunity.
Job Responsibilities:
  • Create formal documentation of nuclear methods software requirements, design, implementation, and testing in support of licensing Company's reactors.
  • Update, improve, and/or create software to satisfy all licensing requirements during the Validation and Verification (V&V) process
  • Incorporate additional 3rd-party programs in our simulation ecosystem as necessary to support licensing
  • Design and execute sensitivity studies to understand the effects and validity of various modeling assumptions, including meshing, physics coupling, transport options, cross section preparation, fission product models, spatial kinetics, etc., and adjust methods
  • as necessary
  • Train and support reactor designers and developers in the use of the design software suite
  • Build and apply methods to assess the propagation of uncertainty and their effect on safety margins
  • Enhance engineering team's ability to build models and make meaningful conclusions from simulation output through input tools, visualization, reports, etc.

Job Qualifications:
  • B.S. degree in Nuclear Engineering with 5-20 years of experience
  • M.S. degree in Nuclear Engineering with 3-15 years of experience
  • Ph.D. degree in Nuclear Engineering with 2-10 years of experience
  • Competitive candidates will typically have the above experience, but less experienced candidates with significant national laboratory, academia, or commercial reactor experience will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
  • Fast reactor physics and design intuition
  • Experience in understanding and executing nuclear design/analysis methodologies, including criticality, flux/power distributions, fuel management optimization, reactivity coefficients, shielding, activation, control rod worth, detector response, and uncertainty
  • analysis, ideally with a focus on fast-neutron reactors
  • Excellent "under-the-hood" knowledge of the methods of reactor physics analysis (deterministic and stochastic particle transport, isotopic depletion, perturbation theory, nuclear data, kinetics, etc.)
  • Experience with some nuclear engineering software such as DIF3D, MC2, PARTISN, MCNP, Serpent, SCALE, PARCS, APA, CASMO, DRAGON, ARMI, etc. preferred
  • Strong computational expertise required: we consider computers to be the universe at our fingertips rather than burdensome necessities
  • Strong programming skills in any language required, preferably in scientific computing, Python, C++, and Fortran skills are a bonus
  • Proven ability to integrate and automate simulation tools
  • Demonstrable capabilities with fundamental software development tools (e.g. IDEs, version control, profilers, debuggers, documentation builders, packaging tools)
  • Experience interacting on nuclear methodology with the NRC under an ASME NQA-1 compliant QA environment preferred
  • Good working knowledge of general numerical methods and applied mathematics (e.g. PDEs, numerical stability, statistics, numerical analysis, dynamics)
  • Strong formal technical documentation skills required
  • Ability to consistently deliver to an aggressive schedule
  • Self-motivated: able to seek out tasks and produce value aligned with team goals without waiting for next assignment
  • Passion for and dedication to software best practices
  • Willingness to openly give and accept professional criticism through code reviews and other venues
  • Strong verbal communication skills desired
  • The successful candidate will possess a high degree of trust and integrity, communicate openly and display respect, and a desire to foster teamwork
  • Travel Required: 0-5%.

Job Details:
  • Job Type: Contract
  • Pay Rate Range: $52 - $85/hr (Pay rates are approved based on candidate location, education and experience)
  • Location: 100% Remote Acceptable
  • Export control regulations require candidates to be a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Legal Permanent Resident, or of a protected person status

Benefits Package: Protingent offers competitive salaries, insurance plan options (HDHP plan or POS plan), education/certification reimbursement, pre-tax commuter benefits, Paid Time Off (PTO), and an administered 401k plan.
About Protingent: Protingent is an Award-Winning provider of top-tier Engineering and IT talent, trusted by companies at the forefront of innovation - from Software and Aerospace to AI, Clean Tech, Medical Devices, and Connected Technologies. We're passionate about making a positive impact by connecting exceptional talent with meaningful opportunities and helping our clients build the future.#TerraPro
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