Senior Nuclear Engineer: EPU/MUR Project Expert

Design Hire LLC; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Design Hire LLC in Knoxville, TN seeks a Sr Nuclear Engineer with a strong background in Extended Power Uprate or Measurement Uncertainty Recapture projects within commercial nuclear power generation. The role focuses on nuclear systems, electrical, instrumentation and controls, reactor engineering, or licensing, with a preference for candidates with nuclear plant operations experience.

You will support EPU and MUR activities, perform engineering analyses, review design documentation, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Nuclear, Electrical Engineering, or related discipline.
• 10–14 years of engineering experience in commercial nuclear power generation.
• Experience with Extended Power Uprate (EPU) or Measurement Uncertainty Recapture (MUR).
• Strong background in Nuclear Systems, Electrical, I&C, Reactor Engineering, or Nuclear Licensing.
• Experience with plant modifications, evaluations, analyses, or design documentation.
• Nuclear plant operations experience preferred and familiarity with regulatory standards.

Responsibilities

• Support EPU and MUR projects, including plant modifications and system performance assessments.
• Perform and review engineering calculations, analyses, and design documentation.
• Evaluate plant systems to identify impacts of engineering modifications.
• Collaborate with engineering, licensing, and operations teams to ensure regulatory compliance and project execution.
• Provide technical expertise in reviewing changes and ensuring safe nuclear plant operations.

Skills

Nuclear Systems

Electrical Engineering

Instrumentation & Controls

Reactor Engineering

Nuclear Licensing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Nuclear Engineering

Job description

Design Hire LLC in Knoxville, TN seeks a Sr Nuclear Engineer with a strong background in Extended Power Uprate or Measurement Uncertainty Recapture projects within commercial nuclear power generation. The role focuses on nuclear systems, electrical, instrumentation and controls, reactor engineering, or licensing, with a preference for candidates with nuclear plant operations experience.

You will support EPU and MUR activities, perform engineering analyses, review design documentation, and