Nuclear Engineer

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Engineer Nuclear designing and developing nuclear systems at Newport News Shipbuilding division. Conducting research on materials and ensuring safety and efficiency in nuclear operations.

Posted 6/5/2026full-timeNewport News • Virginia • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Hard Skills

nuclear equipment designnuclear systems developmentmaterial researchradiation detectionradioactive contaminant controlnuclear fuel cycle analysiswaste disposal methodssafety performance evaluationprocess improvementcost efficiency analysis

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in engineeringABET accreditation

Industry Keywords

nuclear reactorsradiation controlnuclear safetymaterial economicstechnology optionssystem performancefacility improvementprogram safetyefficiencycost analysis

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Designs, develops, and tests nuclear equipment and systems
Conducts research on new materials of special interest in nuclear reactors
Conducts studies related to the detection and control of radiation and radioactive contaminants
Studies nuclear fuel cycle to define most economical uses of material and safest means of waste products disposal
Recommends various technology options or approaches for system, processes, facility or program improvements in terms of safety, performance, efficiency or costs

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's Degree in engineering from an ABET accredited program
0 years of relevant exempt experience

Benefits

Comp & perks

medical, prescription drug, dental and vision plan choices
on-site health centers
tele-medicine
wellness resources
employee assistance programs
savings plan options (401K)
financial education and planning tools
life insurance
tuition reimbursement
employee discounts
early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships