Sr Nuclear Engineer

This is a remote position.

Design Hire seeking an experienced Sr Nuclear Engineer with a background in Extended Power Uprate or Measurement Uncertainty Recapture projects within commercial nuclear power generation. This opportunity is open to engineers with expertise in nuclear systems, electrical, instrumentation and controls, reactor engineering, or licensing. Candidates with nuclear plant systems and operations experience are highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• 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.
  

Qualifications

• 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.
  

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