Nuclear Lab Project Engineer: Design, Data & Operations

Massachusetts Institute of Technology; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Massachusetts Institute of Technology is seeking a Project Engineer for the Nuclear Reactor Laboratory. This role involves supporting experimental design, operations, and data collection to advance research missions.

The ideal candidate will coordinate multiple research projects, create CAD models, and conduct operations in regulated laboratory environments. A Bachelor's degree in Engineering is required, along with excellent communication skills and the ability to work independently.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant engineering or applied sciences field.
• Minimum two years of experience in a research environment.
• Ability to work independently in regulated laboratory conditions.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate experimental design and operation activities.
• Create and maintain CAD models for NRL research.
• Collaborate on experiment construction and data analysis.

Skills

Experimental design

Communication skills

CAD modeling

Independence in laboratory setting

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Applied Sciences, or related technical field

Master’s degree

Job description

The Massachusetts Institute of Technology is seeking a Project Engineer for the Nuclear Reactor Laboratory. This role involves supporting experimental design, operations, and data collection to advance research missions.

The ideal candidate will coordinate multiple research projects, create CAD models, and conduct operations in regulated laboratory environments. A Bachelor's degree in Engineering is required, along with excellent communication skills and the ability to work independently.