Senior Nuclear Engineer

Design Hire LLC

. Support engineering activities associated with EPU and MUR projects, including plant modifications, technical evaluations, and system performance assessments.

Posted 10/27/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Nuclear Systems, Electrical Engineering, and Reactor Engineering, with a strong focus on Extended Power Uprate (EPU) and Measurement Uncertainty Recapture (MUR) projects. Proven ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure regulatory compliance and support safe nuclear plant operations.

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Nuclear Systems EngineeringExtended Power Uprate (EPU) ProjectsMeasurement Uncertainty Recapture (MUR) ProjectsTechnical EvaluationsRegulatory Compliance

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Hard Skills

Engineering CalculationsDesign DocumentationTechnical ReportsEngineering EvaluationsTechnical Analyses

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Nuclear EngineeringBachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering

Industry Keywords

Nuclear Plant ModificationsNuclear LicensingPlant OperationsEngineering StandardsPlant Design Requirements

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support engineering activities associated with EPU and MUR projects, including plant modifications, technical evaluations, and system performance assessments.
Perform and review engineering calculations, analyses, design documentation, and technical reports supporting nuclear plant operations and power uprate initiatives.
Evaluate electrical, I&C, reactor, and plant systems to identify potential impacts of engineering modifications.
Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering, licensing, and operations teams to support technical requirements, regulatory compliance, and project execution.
Provide technical expertise in reviewing engineering changes, resolving technical challenges, and supporting safe and reliable nuclear plant operations.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Nuclear, Electrical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
Approximately 10–14 years of engineering experience, preferably within commercial nuclear power generation.
Experience supporting Extended Power Uprate (EPU) or Measurement Uncertainty Recapture (MUR) projects.
Strong technical background in one or more of the following: Nuclear Systems, Electrical, I&C, Reactor Engineering, or Nuclear Licensing.
Experience with nuclear plant modifications, engineering evaluations, technical analyses, or design documentation.
Nuclear systems engineering or plant operations experience is highly preferred.
Familiarity with nuclear industry regulations, engineering standards, and plant design requirements.
Preference for candidates with a stable employment history and demonstrated involvement in long-term engineering projects.
Form I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification must be completed at the start of employment if hired.
Temporary work authorization or the need for sponsorship may disqualify you from employment.