Contractor – Radiological Engineer

NuScale Power

Radiological Engineer specializing in nuclear analyses for pressurized light-water reactors. Focus on licensing writing and defense within a remote work environment.

Posted 7/6/2026contractRemote • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorLeadWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Reporting to the Manager, Radiological Engineering
Specialize in radiological and nuclear analyses with a focus on pressurized light-water reactors licensing writing and defense.
Perform engineering calculations and analysis using industry-standard methods and simulation tools.
Develop resolutions to complex problems that require creativity and innovation.
Plan, organize, and perform innovative and complex engineering assignments on a team.
Interact with management and senior customer personnel.
Mentor and train junior engineers.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

What you’ll need

A minimum of a B.S. degree in nuclear engineering or radiological health physics from a four year ABET accredited college of university is required.
A minimum 8 years of full-time directly applicable experience in nuclear/radiological engineering or health physics is required.
2-3 years’ of additional or concurrent experience in PWR or BWR license development and defense.
Eligible to work under Department of Energy 10 CFR Part 810.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Remote work options
Professional development

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Hard Skills & Tools

Radiological AnalysisNuclear AnalysisEngineering CalculationsSimulation ToolsProblem ResolutionComplex Engineering AssignmentsLicense DevelopmentDefense StrategiesMentoringTraining

Soft Skills

CreativityInnovationTeam CollaborationCommunicationOrganizational Skills