Senior Nuclear Systems Engineer — Remote

Battelle Memorial Institute; Kentucky; Hybrid; USD 129,000 - 184,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Compressed work schedule

Hybrid work model

Paid time off

Wellness benefits

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Battelle Memorial Institute is seeking a Senior Nuclear Systems Engineer to lead the design, analysis, and integration of complex nuclear systems. This role serves as a technical authority on nuclear systems engineering, guiding multidisciplinary teams through the full project lifecycle — from concept development and requirements definition through design, licensing support, testing, and deployment.

The successful candidate will bring deep technical expertise and the ability to advise program

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Nuclear Engineering or closely related field.
• Progressive nuclear systems engineering experience with reactor systems or fuel cycle facilities.
• Knowledge of nuclear safety analyses, systems engineering methodologies, and regulatory frameworks (10 CFR, DOE Orders, ASME).
• Experience leading multidisciplinary teams and managing technical deliverables on complex programs.

Responsibilities

• Lead systems engineering for nuclear reactor, fuel cycle, radiological, or related critical infrastructure programs.
• Interface with government sponsors, regulators, and clients to communicate findings and support licensing.
• Perform safety analyses, reliability assessments, and risk evaluations per nuclear codes.
• Develop design descriptions, safety analysis reports, and licensing submittals.
• Guide proposals and program execution, defining scope, schedule, and budget.
• Collaborate across nuclear, mechanical, electrical, and controls teams for integrated performance.
• Ensure quality assurance and configuration management across engineering work.
• Mentor junior and mid-level engineers to ensure deliverable quality.

Skills

Nuclear engineering

Systems engineering

Regulatory compliance

Technical leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Nuclear Engineering

Advanced degree preferred

Tools

None

Job description

Battelle Memorial Institute is seeking a Senior Nuclear Systems Engineer to lead the design, analysis, and integration of complex nuclear systems. This role serves as a technical authority on nuclear systems engineering, guiding multidisciplinary teams through the full project lifecycle — from concept development and requirements definition through design, licensing support, testing, and deployment.

The successful candidate will bring deep technical expertise and the ability to advise program