Research Engineer

NC State College of Engineering; Raleigh (NC); On-site; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision

Flexible Spending Account

Retirement Programs

Paid Time Off

Tuition and Academic Assistance

Job summary

A leading engineering institution in Raleigh, NC, is seeking a Research Engineer to oversee reactor operations and contribute to system design and research projects. The ideal candidate will hold a Ph.D. in Nuclear Engineering and possess over 10 years of relevant experience in reactor facility operations and experimental apparatus design. The position includes comprehensive training and offers an array of benefits including medical, dental, and tuition assistance.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience with reactor facility operations.
• Experience in proposal generation for academic and corporate users.
• Familiarity with experimental apparatus and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Receive training to obtain Senior Reactor Operator licensure.
• Participate in the design and maintenance of reactor systems.
• Develop specifications for reactor and experiment components.
• Conduct computational simulations for reactor operation.
• Support project documentation and proposal development.

Skills

Reactor Operations and Training

System Design and Maintenance

Computational Modeling and Simulation

Research and Development

Education

Relevant Ph.D. degree in Nuclear Engineering

Job description

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Posting Details

Posting Information: Posting Number PG194222EP Internal Recruitment No Working Title Research Engineer Anticipated Hiring Range Commensurate with Education and Experience Work Schedule Monday - Friday, 8 am - 5 pm Job Location Raleigh, NC Department Nuclear Engineering

About the Department

The Department of Nuclear Engineering offers undergraduate and graduate degrees in Nuclear Engineering. We are the only nuclear engineering program in the state of North Carolina and one of the premier departments in the southeast United States.

Wolfpack Perks and Benefits

As a Pack member, you belong here, and can enjoy exclusive perks designed to enhance your personal and professional well-being.

• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Flexible Spending Account
• Retirement Programs
• Disability Plans
• Life Insurance
• Accident Plan
• Paid Time Off and Other Leave Programs
• 12 Holidays Each Year
• Tuition and Academic Assistance

Essential Job Duties

• Reactor Operations and Training: Receive comprehensive training to obtain licensure as a Senior Reactor Operator from the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC).
• System Design and Maintenance: Participate in the design, installation, testing, operation, and maintenance of reactor plant and experimental facility systems.
• Procedure and Protocol Development: Develop detailed specifications for reactor and experiment system components, including design requirements and operational and maintenance procedures.
• Computational Modeling and Simulation: Formulate and execute reactor core and system simulations using high-performance computing (HPC) resources to ensure safe reactor operation.
• Research and Development: Design experimental facilities and conduct complex research utilizing computational resources.
• Documentation and Publication: Contribute to project documentation and reporting, author scholarly papers, and support the development of proposals for new projects.

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience: Relevant Ph.D degree in Nuclear Engineering. Greater than or equal to 10 years of experience with each of the following activities:

• Utilization of reactor facility including administration of a service center.
• Providing technical input for generating proposals for academic and corporate users.
• Design and installation of experimental apparatus, and performing testing and generating reports.

Other Required Qualifications: Understand technical operating, service or repair manuals. Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or training programs or classes, and teaching or instructing others.

EEO

NC State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunities for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, and veteran status.