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Electronics Test Engineer

Solon, OH

Job Title: Electronics Test Engineer The Electronics Test Engineer supports nuclear instrumentation and radiation detection product lines, playing a key role in ensuring product quality and ...

Niowave Inc.

Nuclear Engineer

Lansing, MI · On-site

$89K - $107K/yr

Knowledge, familiarity, and experience with the following: * fundamental concepts in nuclear engineering including: radiation transport, radiation detection methods, radiation interactions with ...

Doist

Nuclear Engineer, Sensors

El Segundo, CA · On-site

$120 - $180/hr

This includes radiation detection, neutron flux monitoring, and instrumentation design and ... Other nuclear instrumentation and sensor design/analysis duties as assigned. Required ...

Radiant

Nuclear Engineer, Sensors

El Segundo, CA · On-site

$106K - $146K/yr

This includes radiation detection, neutron flux monitoring, and instrumentation design and ... Other nuclear instrumentation and sensor design/analysis duties as assigned. Required ...

Radiant

Nuclear Engineer, Sensors

El Segundo, CA · On-site

$104K - $125K/yr

This includes radiation detection, neutron flux monitoring, and instrumentation design and ... Other nuclear instrumentation and sensor design/analysis duties as assigned. Required ...

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How much do overnight nuclear radiation detection jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 16, 2026, the average yearly pay for overnight nuclear radiation detection in the United States is $87,706.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $65,500.00 and $100,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Overnight Nuclear Radiation Detection vs Nuclear Security Technician?

AspectOvernight Nuclear Radiation DetectionNuclear Security Technician
CertificationsRadiation detection certifications, safety trainingRadiation safety, security clearance, safety training
Work EnvironmentLaboratories, field sites, industrial facilitiesSecurity sites, airports, government facilities
Industry UsageEnvironmental monitoring, nuclear plants, researchSecurity, threat detection, access control

Both roles involve radiation safety and require similar certifications, but Overnight Nuclear Radiation Detection focuses on monitoring and detecting radiation levels, often in industrial or research settings. Nuclear Security Technicians primarily focus on security and threat prevention at sensitive sites. While overlapping in safety protocols, their daily tasks and environments differ significantly.

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Infographic showing various Overnight Nuclear Radiation Detection job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 77% Full Time, 21% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 89% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 10% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $87,706 per year, or $42.2 per hour.

Temporary Part-Time Research Associate

Alabama Agricultural and Mechanical University

Normal, AL • On-site

Part-time

Re-posted 23 days ago

Job description

Location : Normal
Job Type: Part-Time
Job Number: 202300327
Department: Mechanical and Civil Engineering & Construction Management
Opening Date: 06/04/2024
Description
Summary:
Carry out work on the following tasks: 1) development of electrical contacts on CdTe-based nuclear detectors, with a focus on pixilated contacts; 2) nuclear radiation detection instrumentation; 3) data analytics in drone-based remote radiation monitoring development; and 4) technical support to students in nuclear engineering and radiological science aspects their senior design projects.
Temporary Position (June - September)
Examples of Duties
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Development of electrical contacts on CdTe-based nuclear detectors, with a focus on pixilated contacts.
  • Nuclear radiation detection instrumentation.
  • Data analytics in drone-based remote radiation monitoring development.
  • Technical support to students in nuclear engineering and radiological science aspects their senior design projects.

Typical Qualifications
Minimum Position Requirements (including certifications, licenses, etc.):
  • Ph.D. degree in Computer Science or Engineering Discipline
  • 2 - 3 years of experience in instrumentation and computation.

Supplemental Information
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
  • Engineering instrumentation and data analysis. Fabrication and characterization of solid-state nuclear radiation detectors.

This position is not eligible for benefits.
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Do you have a Ph.D. degree in computer science or engineering discipline?
  • Yes
  • No

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Do you have 2 - 3 years of experience in instrumentation and computation?
  • Yes
  • No

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