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AM Pierce & Associates

Systems Engineer

Lexington Park, MD · On-site +1

$90K - $105K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

This position may support remote, hybrid, or on-site work, subject to program and contract ... Work with senior systems engineers to plan and facilitate collaborative design activities. * Help ...

SAIC

Systems Engineer

Chantilly, VA · On-site +1

$120K - $160K/yr

None Potential for Remote Work: ORA_ON_SITE Description SAIC is seeking a Systems Engineer to work ... contracts effectively deliver required services and capabilities. * Self-starter, able to ...

Actalent

Systems Engineer

Happy Valley, OR · On-site +1

$65 - $85/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Systems Engineer This Systems Engineer role supports a new, highly technical development program ... remote work. Job Type & Location This is a Contract position based out of Portland, OR. Pay and ...

Actalent

Systems Engineer

Happy Valley, OR · On-site +1

$65 - $85/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Systems Engineer This Systems Engineer role supports a new, highly technical development program ... remote work. Job Type & Location This is a Contract position based out of Portland, OR. Pay and ...

Apogee Engineering, LLC

Systems Engineer

Tampa, FL · On-site +1

Support contract modifications and make technical recommendations for change order approval ... MacDill AFB, FL On-site/Hybrid/Remote: On-Site Travel: 25% Employment Type: FULL_TIME

66degrees

Cloud Engineer, Contract

$57 - $76.25/hr

... data systems on the Google Cloud Platform (GCP) for 66degrees' global clients. You will be ... Remote Region: US, preferably CDT ***Immediate Joiners Only*** Responsibilities * Lead ...

TEKsystems

Systems Engineer

Cleveland, OH · Remote

$40 - $53/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Senior Systems Engineer (Remote - Ohio)Overview Our client is seeking a Senior Systems Engineer to ... Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Cleveland, OH. Pay and ...

Booz Allen Hamilton, Inc.

Systems Engineer

Albuquerque, NM · On-site +1

$52K - $108K/yr

  • Medical

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Remote Work: Hybrid Job Number: R0242699 Location: Albuquerque,NM,US Share job via: Share Systems ... as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected ...

SAIC

Systems Engineer

IN · Remote

$80K - $120K/yr

Remote Work, IN, US Date Posted: 2026-08-11 Category: Engineering and Sciences Subcategory: Systems Engineer Schedule: Full-Time Shift: Day Job Travel: Yes - 10% of the time Minimum Clearance ...

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As of Aug 19, 2026, the average yearly pay for remote systems engineer contract in the United States is $127,215.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $98,000.00 and $157,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.
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Infographic showing various Remote Systems Engineer Contract job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 85% Full Time, 9% Part Time, 4% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 88% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 9% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $127,215 per year, or $61.2 per hour.

Refueling & Remote Handling Engineer (Contract)

Sterling Engineering Inc.

Corvallis, OR • On-site, Remote

$90 - $130/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 19 days ago

Job description

Title: Mechanical Engineer
Location: Remote (Within contiguous United States)
Hire Type: Contract
Shift/Hours: 40 Hours/Week
Base Salary: $90 – $130/hr.
Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) Match, Paid Time Off (PTO), and Remote Work Flexibility

About the Opportunity:Sterling Engineering's client, a global leader in small modular reactor technology and innovative nuclear energy solutions, is looking for a Mechanical Engineer to join their Refueling and Remote Handling Group. This is a stable, forward-thinking company at the forefront of the carbon-free energy movement, offering the opportunity to work on cutting-edge automated and robotic systems that ensure safe and efficient reactor servicing.

Job Duties:
  • Lead and manage the design and development of remotely operated or controlled automated, robotic, and tele-operated reactor servicing tools and inspection equipment.
  • Continuously analyze and resolve complex technical problems using creativity and innovation to improve equipment operating efficiency and reliability.
  • Organize and balance work sequences and handling plans as part of an integrated tool design scheme in collaboration with Systems Engineering and Operations groups.
  • Identify and resolve interface challenges between tooling systems and site buildings by working closely with Civil and Structural teams.
  • Minimize design errors by preparing, checking, and reviewing engineering reports, system descriptions, specifications, drawings, and complex calculations.
  • Motivate, train, and mentor team members on the additional knowledge required for the design of remote/automated equipment operating in a nuclear environment.
  • Ensure the consistent production of safe and reliable tools that meet functional and performance requirements through rigorous quality assurance and testing.
  • Collaborate with the Nuclear Steam Supply System design organization to ensure adequate features are provided to interface with reactor servicing tools.
  • Drive and implement engineering standards and criteria while assisting in the planning and organization of complex engineering assignments.
  • Prepare regular reports and design documents, coordinating with procurement for activities related to equipment fabrication and testing.
Qualifications:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Nuclear Engineering from an accredited college or university.
  • Minimum of 5 years of full-time, relevant professional experience in engineering design processes for mechanical handling equipment and systems.
  • Proven ability to self-manage workloads and deadlines while performing innovative and complex engineering assignments on a dedicated team.
  • Strong understanding of quality assurance regulations, including 10 CFR 50 Appendix B, 10 CFR 21, and NQA-1 standards.
  • Excellent problem-solving, project organization, and creative thinking skills to overcome technical challenges in diverse operating environments.
  • Demonstrated ability to interpret project scope and requirements, developing alternative methods to achieve project and refueling outage performance objectives.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work cross-functionally with Civil/Structural, Operations, and NSSS Component design teams.
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.