Senior Nuclear Engineer - Reactor Analysis & Safety

MGRMC; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 250,000 - 350,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading nuclear energy company in Abu Dhabi is looking for a Senior Nuclear Engineer to provide expert analysis for reactor operations and ensure safety compliance. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree in Nuclear Engineering and at least 5 years of relevant experience. Responsibilities include performing analyses, developing computational models, and preparing safety reports. We offer a highly competitive salary and relocation assistance.

Benefits

Highly Competitive Salary

Relocation Assistance

Work on Industry-Leading Challenges

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in nuclear operations.
• Direct experience with nuclear analysis codes required.
• Strong understanding of reactor theory and thermal-hydraulics.

Responsibilities

• Perform core physics and thermal-hydraulic analyses.
• Develop and maintain reactor core simulation models.
• Prepare safety analysis reports for regulatory submissions.
• Conduct operational support activities and plant transients analysis.
• Evaluate plant modifications and their safety impact.
• Stay current with nuclear regulations and standards.

Skills

Core physics analysis

Thermal-hydraulic analysis

Nuclear analysis codes

Safety analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Nuclear Engineering

Master's or PhD (additional asset)

Tools

SCALE

PARCS

RELAP

MCNP

Job description

Overview

Champion Safety and Operational Excellence

We seek a certified Senior Nuclear Engineer to provide expert analysis and support for reactor operations, fuel management, and safety compliance. This role is central to our mission of ensuring the safe and efficient production of nuclear energy.

Responsibilities

• Perform core physics and thermal-hydraulic analyses to support reactor operation and fuel cycle planning.
• Develop and maintain computational models for reactor core simulation and safety analysis using industry-standard codes.
• Prepare and validate safety analysis reports (SARs) and technical documentation to support licensing and regulatory submissions.
• Conduct operational support activities, including surveillance testing analysis and response to plant transients.
• Provide technical expertise in the evaluation of plant modifications and their impact on safety limits.
• Stay current with evolving nuclear regulations and industry best practices.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Bachelors degree in Nuclear Engineering, Physics, or a closely related field. Masters or PhD is a significant asset.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in core neutronics, safety analysis, or reactor operations within a nuclear utility, vendor, or consulting environment.
• Direct experience with nuclear analysis codes (e.g., SCALE, PARCS, RELAP, MCNP).
• Strong understanding of nuclear reactor theory, thermal-hydraulics, and radiological analysis.
• Ability to obtain and maintain nuclear security clearance.

What We Offer

• Highly Competitive Salary
• Relocation Assistance
• Work on Industry-Leading Challenges

We appreciate all applicants; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.