Senior Nuclear Design Engineer: Core & Neutronics (Remote)

NuScale Power; Portland (OR); Remote; USD 127,000 - 178,000; Full time

Job summary

NuScale Power is seeking a Nuclear Engineer 4 with extensive experience in core design, neutronics, and licensed methods application for reload design and reactor operations interfaces. You will provide technical leadership within Nuclear Design, advance safety analyses, and collaborate with multiple engineering teams to deliver robust core solutions.

The role requires a BS (MS preferred) in Nuclear/Mechanical/Chemical Engineering with 8+ years of relevant experience, eligibility under 10 CFR

Qualifications

• BS in Nuclear, Mechanical, or Chemical Engineering (or related discipline) required.
• MS in Nuclear, Mechanical, or Chemical Engineering desirable.
• DOE 10 CFR Part 810 eligibility required.

Responsibilities

• Perform core design and neutronics analysis for cycle design and reloads, including lattice physics generation and safety inputs.
• Prepare core monitoring inputs and technical information for operations; translate limits and uncertainties into guidance.
• Validate and maintain core monitoring models for reliable online follow and surveillance alignment.
• Design and analyze neutron source assemblies; coordinate with monitoring instrumentation and interfaces.
• Lead design tasks within Nuclear Design and mentor junior engineers.
• Prepare engineering reports, calculations, and design documents across multiple areas.

Skills

Problem solving

Oral/written communication

Planning/organizing

Adaptability

Dependability

Team Building

Safety Culture

Quality Assurance

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nuclear Engineering / Mechanical Engineering / Chemical Engineering

Master of Science in Nuclear / Mechanical / Chemical Engineering (desirable)

Job description

NuScale Power is seeking a Nuclear Engineer 4 with extensive experience in core design, neutronics, and licensed methods application for reload design and reactor operations interfaces. You will provide technical leadership within Nuclear Design, advance safety analyses, and collaborate with multiple engineering teams to deliver robust core solutions.

The role requires a BS (MS preferred) in Nuclear/Mechanical/Chemical Engineering with 8+ years of relevant experience, eligibility under 10 CFR