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Are you interested in being part of an innovative team that supports Westinghouse’s mission to provide clean energy solutions? At Westinghouse, we recognize that our employees are our most valuable asset and we seek to identify, attract and recruit the most qualified talent while recognizing and encouraging the value of diversity in the global workplace.
About The Role
As a Nuclear Engineer 2 you will provide miscellaneous plant support to the operations of the Wolf Creek Generating Station (WCGS) in fulfillment of the Core Design & Safety Analysis function outsourcing arrangement between the Wolf Creek Nuclear Operating Company and Westinghouse Electric Company. These responsibilities require knowledge of WCGS's in-house safety analyses, acquiring and maintaining the necessary qualifications in WCGS procedures, and knowledge of the Westinghouse safety analyses to be used to help operate the WCGS. A secondary focus will involve the provision of transient analyses, as assigned, to support other Westinghouse customers. You will report to the Manager, Integrated Site Engineering. Safety Analysis, Risk Applications, and Licensing and be located at Wolf Creek Generating Station (WCGS) in Burlington, Kansas.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform safety analysis engineering efforts at Wolf Creek Generating Station (WCGS).
- You will perform complex engineering design and analyses in the commercial nuclear industry and providing technical input and written documents supporting the design, development, performance, and delivery of technical products and services.
- Initially, primary focus will support the successful transition of the WCNOC Core design and safety analysis methodology to Westinghouse methodology.
- Directly responsible for daily overall WCNOC customer satisfaction in the area of fuel reload design and support.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Nuclear engineering required.
- Minimum 3+ years of applicable experience.
- Perform assigned analyses related to the delivery of fuel reloads including fuel core and thermal hydraulic design, Chapter 15 LOCA, non-LOCA and containment transient analysis.
- Unescorted Access needed: Unescorted access at Wolf Creek Generating Station will be required.
- Provide periodic updates and recommendations regarding the nature and status of work/projects to all appropriate internal and external personnel. Develop and deliver presentations to communicate statuses, problem resolutions, recommendations, or promote business-related products.
- Develop procedures, processes, and methods for implementing technical requirements.
Beneficial Skills
- Expertise in the use of standard Thermal-Hydraulic computer codes used to support WCGS operations, including RETRAN02, VIPRE01, and Westinghouse-specific equivalents.
- Familiarity with NRC Requirements for safety analysis applications.
- Detailed knowledge of the WCGS customer organization and daily work practices in the area of fuel reload design, safety analysis, core performance/reactor engineering, and system engineering.
- Detailed knowledge of both existing WCGS and Westinghouse safety analysis methodologies and the interface of the safety analysis methodology with the WCGS core performance, PRA, Design Engineering, and Operations groups.
We are committed to transparency and equity in all of our people practices. The base salary range for this position, which is dependent upon experience, qualifications and skills, is estimated to be $69,200 to $86,500 per year.
Why Westinghouse?
Benefits
Our benefits package is tailored to meet the diverse needs of our employees, while also promoting wellness and career growth. The following are representative of what we offer:
- Comprehensive Medical benefits which could include medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contributions options.
- Wellness Programs designed to support employees in maintaining their health and well-being including Employee Assistance Program providing support for our employees and their household members.
- 401(k) with Company Match Contributions to support employees' retirement.
- Paid Vacations and Company Holidays.
- Opportunities for Flexible Work Arrangements to promote work-life balance.
- Educational Reimbursement and Comprehensive Career Programs to help employees grow in their careers.
- Global Recognition and Service Programs to celebrate employee accomplishments and service.
- Employee Referral Program.
Westinghouse Electric Company Is The Global Nuclear Energy Industry's First Choice For Safe, Clean, And Efficient Energy Solutions. We Enable Our Delivery Of This Vision By Living Our Value System:
- Safety and Quality
- Integrity and Trust
- Customer Focus and Innovation
- Speed and Passion to Win
- Teamwork and Accountability
While our Global Headquarters are located in Cranberry Township, PA, we have over 11,000 employees working at locations in 19 different countries. Westinghouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.
Get connected with Westinghouse on social media:
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Are you interested in being part of an innovative team that supports Westinghouse’s mission to provide clean energy solutions? At Westinghouse, we recognize that our employees are our most valuable asset and we seek to identify, attract and recruit the most qualified talent while recognizing and encouraging the value of diversity in the global workplace.
About The Role
As a Nuclear Engineer 2 you will provide miscellaneous plant support to the operations of the Wolf Creek Generating Station (WCGS) in fulfillment of the Core Design & Safety Analysis function outsourcing arrangement between the Wolf Creek Nuclear Operating Company and Westinghouse Electric Company. These responsibilities require knowledge of WCGS's in-house safety analyses, acquiring and maintaining the necessary qualifications in WCGS procedures, and knowledge of the Westinghouse safety analyses to be used to help operate the WCGS. A secondary focus will involve the provision of transient analyses, as assigned, to support other Westinghouse customers. You will report to the Manager, Integrated Site Engineering. Safety Analysis, Risk Applications, and Licensing and be located at Wolf Creek Generating Station (WCGS) in Burlington, Kansas.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform safety analysis engineering efforts at Wolf Creek Generating Station (WCGS).
- You will perform complex engineering design and analyses in the commercial nuclear industry and providing technical input and written documents supporting the design, development, performance, and delivery of technical products and services.
- Initially, primary focus will support the successful transition of the WCNOC Core design and safety analysis methodology to Westinghouse methodology.
- Directly responsible for daily overall WCNOC customer satisfaction in the area of fuel reload design and support.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Nuclear engineering required.
- Minimum 3+ years of applicable experience.
- Perform assigned analyses related to the delivery of fuel reloads including fuel core and thermal hydraulic design, Chapter 15 LOCA, non-LOCA and containment transient analysis.
- Unescorted Access needed: Unescorted access at Wolf Creek Generating Station will be required.
- Provide periodic updates and recommendations regarding the nature and status of work/projects to all appropriate internal and external personnel. Develop and deliver presentations to communicate statuses, problem resolutions, recommendations, or promote business-related products.
- Develop procedures, processes, and methods for implementing technical requirements.
Beneficial Skills
- Expertise in the use of standard Thermal-Hydraulic computer codes used to support WCGS operations, including RETRAN02, VIPRE01, and Westinghouse-specific equivalents.
- Familiarity with NRC Requirements for safety analysis applications.
- Detailed knowledge of the WCGS customer organization and daily work practices in the area of fuel reload design, safety analysis, core performance/reactor engineering, and system engineering.
- Detailed knowledge of both existing WCGS and Westinghouse safety analysis methodologies and the interface of the safety analysis methodology with the WCGS core performance, PRA, Design Engineering, and Operations groups.
We are committed to transparency and equity in all of our people practices. The base salary range for this position, which is dependent upon experience, qualifications and skills, is estimated to be $69,200 to $86,500 per year.
Why Westinghouse?
Benefits
Our benefits package is tailored to meet the diverse needs of our employees, while also promoting wellness and career growth. The following are representative of what we offer:
- Comprehensive Medical benefits which could include medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contributions options.
- Wellness Programs designed to support employees in maintaining their health and well-being including Employee Assistance Program providing support for our employees and their household members.
- 401(k) with Company Match Contributions to support employees' retirement.
- Paid Vacations and Company Holidays.
- Opportunities for Flexible Work Arrangements to promote work-life balance.
- Educational Reimbursement and Comprehensive Career Programs to help employees grow in their careers.
- Global Recognition and Service Programs to celebrate employee accomplishments and service.
- Employee Referral Program.
Westinghouse Electric Company Is The Global Nuclear Energy Industry's First Choice For Safe, Clean, And Efficient Energy Solutions. We Enable Our Delivery Of This Vision By Living Our Value System:
- Safety and Quality
- Integrity and Trust
- Customer Focus and Innovation
- Speed and Passion to Win
- Teamwork and Accountability
While our Global Headquarters are located in Cranberry Township, PA, we have over 11,000 employees working at locations in 19 different countries. Westinghouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.
Get connected with Westinghouse on social media:
Twitter | Facebook | LinkedIn | YouTube
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A snapshot from current openings nationwide, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Holtec International19
- ENTRUST Solutions14
- Westinghouse Electric Company14
- Constellation Energy8
- Fluor8
Top Industries Hiring
- Energy78
- Manufacturing33
- Aerospace & Defense24
- Consulting & Professional Services18
- Construction & Real Estate12
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in nuclear engineer jobs.
- Bachelor's or advanced degree in nuclear engineering or closely related field
- Experience with nuclear analysis codes such as MCNP, RELAP, or SCALE
- Knowledge of NRC regulations and nuclear safety standards
- Ability to obtain or hold a U.S. security clearance
- Experience with reactor design, operations, or fuel cycle processes
- Professional Engineer license or Engineer in Training certification preferred
Tips for Your Nuclear Engineer Job Search
Tailor your resume for clearance requirements
Many nuclear engineer roles, especially in defense and national labs, require a security clearance. Call out any existing clearance level, even interim or expired, in your resume header. Recruiters screen for this before reviewing technical qualifications.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists nuclear engineer openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Highlight your reactor or facility experience precisely
Vague claims like 'experience with nuclear systems' get ignored. Name the specific reactor type, facility, or code you worked with, such as pressurized water reactors, MCNP, or SCALE. Hiring managers in this field know the difference.
Address the NRC licensing question upfront
If you hold an NRC reactor operator license or have worked under one, say so explicitly on your resume and in your cover letter. It's a differentiator most candidates bury or omit entirely.
Prepare for a multi-round technical interview
Nuclear engineer interviews typically include a live problem-solving round on topics like shielding calculations, criticality safety, or thermal hydraulics. Practice walking through your methodology out loud, not just arriving at the answer.
Negotiate relocation before you accept
A large share of nuclear engineer openings are tied to specific plant sites or lab campuses in regions with a high cost of living. Ask about relocation assistance and temporary housing during the offer stage, not after you sign.
Nuclear Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most nuclear engineers?
The companies hiring the most nuclear engineers right now include Holtec International, ENTRUST Solutions, and Westinghouse Electric Company, with the largest share of openings in Pennsylvania, Texas, and New Jersey, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Defense contractors, national laboratories, and commercial utilities consistently represent the bulk of open roles.
How many nuclear engineer jobs are remote?
About 29% of nuclear engineer openings are fully remote or hybrid as of June 2026, which is lower than most engineering disciplines given the hands-on and regulated nature of nuclear work. The roles most likely to offer remote flexibility are in policy analysis, regulatory compliance, and software-based reactor modeling rather than plant operations or safety analysis tied to a specific facility.
How do you become a nuclear engineer?
Start with a bachelor's degree in nuclear engineering or a closely related field such as mechanical or electrical engineering with a nuclear focus. Most employers require coursework in reactor physics, radiation transport, and thermal hydraulics. Getting hands-on experience through co-ops, internships at a national lab, or a research reactor program significantly strengthens your candidacy. A Professional Engineer license or graduate degree opens additional roles in advanced research and regulatory work.
How do you get hired as a nuclear engineer with little experience?
Entry-level nuclear engineer candidates get traction by emphasizing academic project work on reactor design or criticality safety, any co-op or internship at a utility or national lab, and proficiency with industry analysis codes learned in coursework. Applying to utilities with active new-plant or uprate programs, and to national labs with graduate fellowship pipelines, gives you the best shot when your professional experience is limited.
What does the nuclear engineer interview process look like?
Most nuclear engineer interviews move through a recruiter screen, a technical phone or video round focused on reactor physics or safety analysis fundamentals, and then an onsite or virtual panel with the engineering team. Some employers add a written or live problem-solving exercise covering shielding, criticality, or thermal hydraulic calculations. Roles requiring a security clearance also include a background review process that runs in parallel and can extend the overall timeline.
Where can I find and apply to nuclear engineer jobs?
You can find and apply to nuclear engineer jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience, specialization, and location preference, then apply directly to each one that fits.
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