Senior Nuclear Engineering Lead: Cross-Tech Reactor Expert

MPR Associates, Inc.; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

MPR Associates, Inc. is seeking a Principal/Lead Nuclear Engineer to drive expert technical work across advanced reactor designs, operating plants, and research facilities.

You will mentor the next generation of engineers, and leverage your deep expertise to capture cutting-edge projects for MPR while collaborating with clients and regulators. You will have a broad role spanning neutronics, thermal-hydraulics, shielding, materials, and radiological analysis, with a strong emphasis on

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Nuclear Engineering or Mechanical Engineering with nuclear concentration.
• Advanced degree (MS or PhD) is a plus but not required.
• 15+ years of nuclear engineering experience across multiple areas.

Responsibilities

• Provide SME and mentorship across nuclear engineering projects.
• Oversee neutronics simulations and core design activities.
• Lead business development and client interactions to grow projects.
• Mentor engineers and expand staff capabilities across reactor technologies.

Skills

Neutronics

Thermal hydraulics

Radiation detection

Shielding

Nuclear materials

First principles

Leadership

Mentorship

Client engagement

Regulatory knowledge

Education

Bachelor's in Nuclear or Mechanical with nuclear concentration

MS/PhD preferred

Tools

MCNP

SCALE

ORIGEN

RELAP

Job description

MPR Associates, Inc. is seeking a Principal/Lead Nuclear Engineer to drive expert technical work across advanced reactor designs, operating plants, and research facilities.

You will mentor the next generation of engineers, and leverage your deep expertise to capture cutting-edge projects for MPR while collaborating with clients and regulators. You will have a broad role spanning neutronics, thermal-hydraulics, shielding, materials, and radiological analysis, with a strong emphasis on