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The Pennsylvania State University

Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location.For additional ... AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS The Department of Nuclear Engineering at the Pennsylvania State ...

The Pennsylvania State University

Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location.For additional ... The Department of Nuclear Engineering at the Pennsylvania State University is accepting ...

The Pennsylvania State University

Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location.For additional ... The Department of Nuclear Engineering at the Pennsylvania State University is accepting ...

System One

Nuclear Engineer V, Mechanical

Perry, OH · Remote

$115 - $178/hr

Remote then Onsite * Perry Plant - Perry, OH * Davis-Besse Plant - Oak Harbor, OH * Beaver Valley Plant - Hookstown, PA System One is seeking a highly experienced Nuclear Engineer V - Mechanical to ...

System One

Nuclear Engineer V, Mechanical

Perry, OH · Remote

$115 - $178/hr

Remote then Onsite * Perry Plant - Perry, OH * Davis-Besse Plant - Oak Harbor, OH * Beaver Valley Plant - Hookstown, PA System One is seeking a highly experienced Nuclear Engineer V - Mechanical to ...

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How much do permanent remote nuclear engineering jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 29, 2026, the average yearly pay for permanent remote nuclear engineering 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 is the difference between Permanent Remote Nuclear Engineering vs Permanent Remote Nuclear Technician?

AspectPermanent Remote Nuclear EngineeringPermanent Remote Nuclear Technician
CredentialsBachelor's or higher in Nuclear Engineering, PE license often preferredAssociate's or technical certification in nuclear technology
Work EnvironmentDesign, analysis, and oversight primarily done remotely; occasional site visitsMonitoring, testing, and maintenance often require on-site presence, but some remote tasks exist
Industry UsageUsed in design, safety analysis, and project management rolesUsed in operational support, testing, and equipment maintenance

Permanent Remote Nuclear Engineering focuses on design, analysis, and oversight roles that can often be performed remotely, requiring advanced degrees and licensing. In contrast, Permanent Remote Nuclear Technicians typically handle operational tasks that may need on-site presence, though some remote work is possible. Both roles are vital in the nuclear industry but differ in responsibilities and required credentials.

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Infographic showing various Permanent Remote Nuclear Engineering job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 92% Full Time, 3% Part Time, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 95% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $105,594 per year, or $50.8 per hour.

ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN (NUCLEAR)

United States Fleet Forces Command

Kittery, ME • On-site, Remote

$101K - $131K/yr

Full-time

Posted 11 days ago

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Summary
You will serve as a ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN (NUCLEAR) in the ASSISTANT NUCLEAR ENGINEERING AND PLANNING MANAGER of PORTSMOUTH NAVAL SHIPYARD.
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Duties
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  • You will participate in conferences, ship checks, and work site visits to determine planning requirements.
  • You will investigate problems related to work performed by other Shipyards.
  • You will monitor allotted funding to ensure over expenditures are minimized.
  • You will prepare job order specifications.

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Conditions of employment
  • Must be a US Citizen.
  • Must be determined suitable for federal employment.
  • Must participate in the direct deposit pay program.
  • New employees to the Department of the Navy will be required to successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, visit e-verify.gov
  • Generally, current federal employees applying for GS jobs must serve at least one year at the next lower grade level. This requirement is called time-in-grade. Time-in-grade requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement.
  • Within the Department of Defense (DoD), the appointment of retired military members within 180 days immediately following retirement date to a civilian position is subject to the provisions of 5 United States Code 3326.
  • Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service.
  • This is a bargaining unit position.
  • You will be required to successfully complete a pre-appointment physical examination.
  • You will be required to obtain and maintain a secret security clearance prior to entrance on duty. Failure to obtain and maintain the required level of clearance may result in the withdrawal of a job offer or removal.
  • You will be required to wear personal protective equipment such as helmets, gloves, coveralls, glasses, goggles, respirators and safety shoes continuously for the duration of the work shift.
  • Work is performed in areas where potentially harmful physical and chemical agents are present (e.g. fumes, dust, heat, ionizing and non-ionizing radiation and chemicals). You will be required to participate in medical surveillance programs.
  • This position may require travel from normal duty station to CONUS and OCONUS and may include remote or isolated sites. You must be able to travel on military and commercial aircraft for extended periods of time.

Qualifications
To qualify for the GS-12:
Your resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-11 grade level or pay band in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector. Specialized experience must demonstrate the following:
  • Experience applying various nuclear engineering methods, principles, and phases to solve complex issues of nuclear propulsion plants.
  • Experience utilizing equipment specifications to determine requirements applicable to nuclear systems.
  • Experience procuring materials needed to avoid delays and shortages.
  • Experience performing assigned duties through written or oral communication.

Additional qualification information can be found from the following Office of Personnel Management website:
https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/#url=List-by-Occupational-Series and https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/0800/engineering-technical-series-0802/.
Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment.
Education
This job does not have an education qualification requirement.
Additional information
This position is covered by the Department of Defense Priority Placement Program.
Additional vacancies may be filled by this announcement.
A tentative offer of employment will be rescinded if the selectee fails to meet the pre-employment requirements, including failure to report to any of the scheduled appointments.
If you are unable to apply online and request information about the Alternate Application process, please contact the Department of Navy's Employment Information Center.
Federal annuitant information: The selection of an annuitant is subject to the Department of Defense and Department of the Navy policy on the employment of annuitants. Policy information may be found at: http://www.secnav.navy.mil/donhr/Documents/CivilianJobs/FedCivAnnuitants.pdf
Military Spouse Preference applicants will receive priority consideration at the Full Performance Level (FPL) and if determined to be Best Qualified at the FPL, and selected, must be placed at the FPL. A BQ military spouse possesses knowledge, skills, abilities, and competencies comparable to others who meet the competitive referral criteria for the specific position.
This position is subject to work an uncommon tour, including nights, weekends, and holidays to meet mission requirements. Overtime or night differential pay and/or unusual duty hours may be required.
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Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.
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