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Nuclear Engineer roles in the U.S. qualify as E-3 visa specialty occupations, requiring a bachelor's degree in nuclear engineering or a closely related field. Australian nationals can secure sponsorship without entering an H-1B lottery, making the E-3 visa a direct path into national labs, utilities, and defense contractors.
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Get Access To All JobsDate: Oct 21, 2026
Location(s): Seabrook, NH, US, 03874
Company: NextEra Energy
NextEra Energy Resources is one of America’s largest wholesale electricity generators, harnessing diverse energy sources to power progress. We deliver tailored energy solutions that fuel economic growth, strengthen communities, and help customers achieve their energy goals. Ready to make a lasting impact? Take the next step in your career with us!
Position Specific Description
This position is based at our Seabrook Nuclear Plant in Seabrook, NH. The target start date is 02/01/2027 or sooner.
Job Overview
Operates, maintains, inspects, and tests the equipment associated with the secondary side of a Pressurized Water Reactor (PWR) generating facility. Assists the operation and testing of primary side systems and components. Trains and develops proficiency in the primary systems of the station.
Job Duties & Responsibilities
- Performs these duties while on a rotating shift schedule, as directed by the Control Room, and maintains work station until properly relieved
- Performs work as assigned in areas of Radiation Protection and Chemistry
- Maintains equipment and areas clean and free from hazards
- Performs routine maintenance on equipment such as adding oil or grease, adjusting packing, changing filters, etc.
- Performs duties and responsibilities as a Fire Brigade member during fire emergencies under the direction of the Fire Brigade Leader
- Successfully completes the Fire Brigade Annual Fire Encounters Agility Test as outlined in and required by the Medical Manual
- Assists in medical emergencies by responding to scenes with appropriate medical equipment as directed by the Fire Brigade Leader
- Performs duties as a member of the Hazardous Materials Incident Response Team
- Provides assistance to the Confined Space Rescue Team as directed by the Fire Brigade Leader
- Provides assistance to the Technical Rescue Team as directed by the Fire Brigade Leader
- Maintains a route of access to equipment and spaces, clear of snow or other obstructions when required
- Reads prints and schematics and performs work, lineups and testing using such documents
- Acts as responder for the Emergency Response Organization as assigned
- Maintains qualifications as a VT-2 inspector
- Recommends termination of any plant activity that could jeopardize personnel, equipment safety, or safe power generation
- Assists in the development of Operations Department procedures and programs and recommends improvements to such programs and procedures
- Records necessary information as required by Station procedures and prepares reports and logs as assigned
- Performs Station switching and tagging in accordance with approved procedures
- Operates, maintains, inspects and tests the equipment, components, systems and auxiliaries of the second side of nuclear generating station. Assists in the operation and testing of the primary systems assigned. Performs assigned duties in accordance with rules, regulations, procedures and programs
- Performs routine visual inspection of operating secondary equipment and space, and informs the Control Room of any abnormal conditions detected. Assists with operation of primary systems as assigned
- Participates in and successfully completes the Station and Operations Department training. Prepares for advancement by continued participation in such programs and qualification on primary side systems
- Required to be a member of the Seabrook Station Emergency Response Organization (ERO), when assigned, and to adhere to all related requirements specified in the Seabrook Station Radiological Emergency Plan. These requirements include, but are not limited to, maintaining applicable ERO position qualifications, participation in drills and exercises, and responding to an actual emergency (including radiological)
- Required to participate in major outages, when assigned, by performing a designated outage position, and maintaining required training qualifications. An outage assignment may involve shiftwork and/or working extended hours outside of normal schedule
- Performs other duties and responsibilities as required
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in engineering or a Bachelor of Science in a related technical area, or completion of Navy Nuclear Power School, or equivalent education and/or experience
- Successful completion of the Edison Electric Institute (EEI) Plant Operator Selection System (POSS) aptitude test required
Preferred Qualifications
- Zero to two years of experience with power generation equipment preferred.
- Relevant college internships preferred, but not necessary for those graduating from school with no prior experience or for those who completed Navy Nuclear Power School
NextEra Energy offers a wide range of benefits to support our employees and their eligible family members.
Employee Group: Bargaining Unit
Employee Type: Full Time
Job Category: Craft Skilled/ Journey Level
Organization: NextEra Energy Seabrook, LLC
Relocation Provided: No
NextEra Energy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, age, national origin, religion, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetics, disability, protected veteran status or any other basis prohibited by law.
NextEra Energy provides reasonable accommodation in its application and selection process for qualified individuals, including accommodations related to compliance with conditional job offer requirements, consistent with federal, state, and local laws. Supporting medical or religious documentation will be required where applicable and permitted by applicable law. To request a reasonable accommodation, please send an e-mail to recruiting-coordinator.sharedmailbox@nexteraenergy.com, providing your name, telephone number and the best time for us to reach you.
NextEra Energy will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.
NextEra Energy does not accept any unsolicited resumes or referrals from any third-party recruiting firms or agencies.
Nearest Major Market: Boston
Job Segment: Power Plant Operator, Nuclear, Reactor Operator, Power Plant, Energy
Date: Oct 21, 2026
Location(s): Seabrook, NH, US, 03874
Company: NextEra Energy
NextEra Energy Resources is one of America’s largest wholesale electricity generators, harnessing diverse energy sources to power progress. We deliver tailored energy solutions that fuel economic growth, strengthen communities, and help customers achieve their energy goals. Ready to make a lasting impact? Take the next step in your career with us!
Position Specific Description
This position is based at our Seabrook Nuclear Plant in Seabrook, NH. The target start date is 02/01/2027 or sooner.
Job Overview
Operates, maintains, inspects, and tests the equipment associated with the secondary side of a Pressurized Water Reactor (PWR) generating facility. Assists the operation and testing of primary side systems and components. Trains and develops proficiency in the primary systems of the station.
Job Duties & Responsibilities
- Performs these duties while on a rotating shift schedule, as directed by the Control Room, and maintains work station until properly relieved
- Performs work as assigned in areas of Radiation Protection and Chemistry
- Maintains equipment and areas clean and free from hazards
- Performs routine maintenance on equipment such as adding oil or grease, adjusting packing, changing filters, etc.
- Performs duties and responsibilities as a Fire Brigade member during fire emergencies under the direction of the Fire Brigade Leader
- Successfully completes the Fire Brigade Annual Fire Encounters Agility Test as outlined in and required by the Medical Manual
- Assists in medical emergencies by responding to scenes with appropriate medical equipment as directed by the Fire Brigade Leader
- Performs duties as a member of the Hazardous Materials Incident Response Team
- Provides assistance to the Confined Space Rescue Team as directed by the Fire Brigade Leader
- Provides assistance to the Technical Rescue Team as directed by the Fire Brigade Leader
- Maintains a route of access to equipment and spaces, clear of snow or other obstructions when required
- Reads prints and schematics and performs work, lineups and testing using such documents
- Acts as responder for the Emergency Response Organization as assigned
- Maintains qualifications as a VT-2 inspector
- Recommends termination of any plant activity that could jeopardize personnel, equipment safety, or safe power generation
- Assists in the development of Operations Department procedures and programs and recommends improvements to such programs and procedures
- Records necessary information as required by Station procedures and prepares reports and logs as assigned
- Performs Station switching and tagging in accordance with approved procedures
- Operates, maintains, inspects and tests the equipment, components, systems and auxiliaries of the second side of nuclear generating station. Assists in the operation and testing of the primary systems assigned. Performs assigned duties in accordance with rules, regulations, procedures and programs
- Performs routine visual inspection of operating secondary equipment and space, and informs the Control Room of any abnormal conditions detected. Assists with operation of primary systems as assigned
- Participates in and successfully completes the Station and Operations Department training. Prepares for advancement by continued participation in such programs and qualification on primary side systems
- Required to be a member of the Seabrook Station Emergency Response Organization (ERO), when assigned, and to adhere to all related requirements specified in the Seabrook Station Radiological Emergency Plan. These requirements include, but are not limited to, maintaining applicable ERO position qualifications, participation in drills and exercises, and responding to an actual emergency (including radiological)
- Required to participate in major outages, when assigned, by performing a designated outage position, and maintaining required training qualifications. An outage assignment may involve shiftwork and/or working extended hours outside of normal schedule
- Performs other duties and responsibilities as required
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in engineering or a Bachelor of Science in a related technical area, or completion of Navy Nuclear Power School, or equivalent education and/or experience
- Successful completion of the Edison Electric Institute (EEI) Plant Operator Selection System (POSS) aptitude test required
Preferred Qualifications
- Zero to two years of experience with power generation equipment preferred.
- Relevant college internships preferred, but not necessary for those graduating from school with no prior experience or for those who completed Navy Nuclear Power School
NextEra Energy offers a wide range of benefits to support our employees and their eligible family members.
Employee Group: Bargaining Unit
Employee Type: Full Time
Job Category: Craft Skilled/ Journey Level
Organization: NextEra Energy Seabrook, LLC
Relocation Provided: No
NextEra Energy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, age, national origin, religion, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetics, disability, protected veteran status or any other basis prohibited by law.
NextEra Energy provides reasonable accommodation in its application and selection process for qualified individuals, including accommodations related to compliance with conditional job offer requirements, consistent with federal, state, and local laws. Supporting medical or religious documentation will be required where applicable and permitted by applicable law. To request a reasonable accommodation, please send an e-mail to recruiting-coordinator.sharedmailbox@nexteraenergy.com, providing your name, telephone number and the best time for us to reach you.
NextEra Energy will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.
NextEra Energy does not accept any unsolicited resumes or referrals from any third-party recruiting firms or agencies.
Nearest Major Market: Boston
Job Segment: Power Plant Operator, Nuclear, Reactor Operator, Power Plant, Energy
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding E-3 Visa Sponsorship as a Nuclear Engineer
Verify your degree meets specialty occupation requirements
Your Australian bachelor's in nuclear engineering satisfies the E-3 degree requirement, but your employer's LCA must specify the role requires that specific field. A general engineering degree supporting a nuclear role can trigger additional scrutiny from DOL reviewers.
Target employers with active NRC licenses
Nuclear Engineer roles tied to licensed facilities, including power plants, research reactors, and DOE sites, have built-in hiring infrastructure for credentialed engineers. These employers already understand specialty occupation documentation and move faster through the sponsorship process.
Resolve security clearance eligibility before applying
Many U.S. nuclear positions require a DOE Q clearance or DOD Secret clearance, which Australian nationals on E-3 visas are generally ineligible to hold. Confirm the role's clearance requirements upfront so you target positions where your status won't disqualify you.
Use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service for the LCA and visa paperwork
The LCA must be certified by DOL before you can lodge your visa application at the consulate. Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service handles the complete process from LCA submission through consulate preparation, reducing the risk of delays from procedural errors.
Get your academic credentials formally evaluated
Some U.S. employers and consular officers request a credential evaluation confirming your Australian three-year degree is equivalent to a U.S. bachelor's. Obtaining a report from a NACES-member evaluator before your job search removes a common late-stage objection during visa processing.
Clarify employment structure if working on a federal site
Nuclear engineers placed at DOE national laboratories or NRC-regulated sites often work through prime contractors or subcontractors, not the federal government directly. Your E-3 sponsoring employer must be the entity paying your wages, so confirm the correct legal employer before the LCA is filed with DOL.
E-3 Visa Nuclear Engineer: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find Nuclear Engineer jobs with E-3 visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate lists Nuclear Engineer roles with employers that have active E-3 sponsorship history, filtering out positions where clearance requirements or contractor structures make E-3 sponsorship unavailable. Searching through Migrate Mate saves time by surfacing roles where Australian nationals can realistically complete the sponsorship and hiring process without disqualifying hurdles.
How much does it cost to get an E-3 visa?
Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service covers the entire process for $499, including the Labor Condition Application, visa document preparation, and consulate appointment guidance. Traditional immigration lawyers charge $2,000–$5,000+ for the same work. The E-3 has less paperwork than most work visas, so paying thousands for legal help is usually unnecessary.
Does a Nuclear Engineer role qualify as a specialty occupation for E-3 purposes?
Yes. Nuclear engineering positions typically require at minimum a bachelor's degree in nuclear engineering, health physics, or a directly related field, satisfying the E-3 specialty occupation definition. Roles focused on reactor design, radiation protection, fuel cycle analysis, and safety analysis consistently meet this standard. Roles that only require a general engineering degree without field-specific coursework carry a higher risk of DOL scrutiny during LCA review.
How does the E-3 compare to H-1B for Nuclear Engineer positions?
The E-3 has a 10,500-visa annual allocation that has never been exhausted, meaning there is no lottery and no wait for a cap slot. For H-1B, most Nuclear Engineer applicants face a lottery with roughly a 25 percent selection rate. The E-3 also allows indefinite two-year renewals, so a long-term role at a national lab or utility does not require transitioning to a different visa category.
Can I work at a DOE national laboratory on an E-3 visa?
Yes, with an important qualification. DOE national laboratories such as Argonne, Oak Ridge, and Pacific Northwest are operated by private management and operating contractors, not the federal government directly. That contractor is your legal employer for E-3 purposes and files your LCA with DOL. However, many research roles at these facilities require a DOE Q clearance, which is restricted to U.S. citizens, so you must confirm the specific role does not have a clearance requirement before proceeding.