Entry Level Nuclear Engineer Jobs
New grad nuclear engineer jobs attract recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where strong internship work or a capstone project can matter more than a long resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Consulting & Professional Services and Energy, with employers like S&ME, Sargent & Lundy, and Entergy hiring at this level now.
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This position will offer you the opportunity to utilize and expand your academic background in Structural Engineering in a professional position offering a wide range of interesting and challenging responsibilities. You will team up with other engineers and designers from various disciplines involved in the design of new nuclear facilities, nuclear plant betterment and associated modifications.
- As a Structural Engineer, you will have the ability to directly apply your knowledge of materials, structural analysis, structural steel design, and reinforced concrete design
- As a member of an engineering and design team, you will work on a wide range of projects for various clients. You will prepare design calculations, develop specifications, and support designers with drawing development
- Using our state-of-the-art computer tools, you will perform the structural analysis and design of steel frames, connections, concrete members, equipment and piping supports, and foundations
- Additionally, you will conduct structural analyses, which include loading conditions such as wind and seismic
Additional opportunities will include:
- Receive training and mentorship from experienced structural design engineers in the execution of meaningful project engineering assignments
- There is the potential for you to travel to client and vendor offices for design reviews and to plant site locations for construction coordination and field verification of designs
We do not sponsor employees for work authorization in the U.S. for this position.
Essential skills and experience:
- BS in Civil Engineering with emphasis in Structural Engineering from an ABET-accredited program
- 1 or more years of applicable experience, or an MSCE from an ABET Engineering Accreditation Commission-approved program with a strong academic background and interest in behavior of materials, structural analysis, structural steel design, and reinforced concrete design
- Knowledge of the practical application of structural engineering
- Knowledge of structural design techniques, tools, and principles involved in the production of technical plans, drawings, and models
- Proficiency with MS Office applications.
- Good verbal and written communication skills
Valued, but not required:
- Successful completion of the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam, and designation as an Engineer in Training
- MSCE degree
- Familiarity with structural analysis software such as STAAD, SAP2000, SAFE, STRUDL, or ANSYS
- Familiarity with design codes and standards such as IBC, ASCE 7, AISC, and ACI
AI & Automation at Sargent & Lundy:
- You are expected to take engineering problems from issue to solution using data and modern tools such as automation and AI to improve workflows, reduce rework, and deliver cost-effective designs.
- Many engineers in these roles build or use automation to create calculations, summarize technical documents, or draft design documentation, including appropriate use of agentic AI tools, with strong engineering judgment and verification of results.
- Programming or scripting (e.g., Python, MATLAB, advanced Excel) to automate calculations, design checks, reporting, or data transformation is valued but not required.
- We also value additional learning, such as a minor, certificate, or other training in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Software Engineering, or related fields that helps you apply automation or agentic AI to real engineering problems.
At Sargent & Lundy, we care about the health and well-being of our employees. Our commitment extends beyond the workplace, offering comprehensive healthcare plans and generous paid time off to support our team members in every aspect of their lives. We understand the importance of work-life balance, which is why we are proud to provide competitive, award-winning benefits. Our dedication to employee satisfaction has earned us the prestigious Top Workplaces Culture Excellence Award for compensation and benefits in 2022, 2023, and 2024.
Health & Wellness
- Health Plans: Medical, Dental, Vision
- Life & Accident Insurance
- Disability Coverage
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Back-Up Daycare
- FSA & HSA
- 401(k)
- Pre-Tax Commuter Account
- Merit Scholarship Program
- Employee Discount Program
- Corporate Charitable Giving Program
- Tuition Assistance
- First Professional Licensure Bonus
- Employee Referral Bonus
- Paid Annual Personal/Sick Time (PST)
- Paid Vacation
- Paid Holidays
- Paid Parental Leave
- Paid Bereavement Leave
- Flexible Work Arrangements
This position will offer you the opportunity to utilize and expand your academic background in Structural Engineering in a professional position offering a wide range of interesting and challenging responsibilities. You will team up with other engineers and designers from various disciplines involved in the design of new nuclear facilities, nuclear plant betterment and associated modifications.
- As a Structural Engineer, you will have the ability to directly apply your knowledge of materials, structural analysis, structural steel design, and reinforced concrete design
- As a member of an engineering and design team, you will work on a wide range of projects for various clients. You will prepare design calculations, develop specifications, and support designers with drawing development
- Using our state-of-the-art computer tools, you will perform the structural analysis and design of steel frames, connections, concrete members, equipment and piping supports, and foundations
- Additionally, you will conduct structural analyses, which include loading conditions such as wind and seismic
Additional opportunities will include:
- Receive training and mentorship from experienced structural design engineers in the execution of meaningful project engineering assignments
- There is the potential for you to travel to client and vendor offices for design reviews and to plant site locations for construction coordination and field verification of designs
We do not sponsor employees for work authorization in the U.S. for this position.
Essential skills and experience:
- BS in Civil Engineering with emphasis in Structural Engineering from an ABET-accredited program
- 1 or more years of applicable experience, or an MSCE from an ABET Engineering Accreditation Commission-approved program with a strong academic background and interest in behavior of materials, structural analysis, structural steel design, and reinforced concrete design
- Knowledge of the practical application of structural engineering
- Knowledge of structural design techniques, tools, and principles involved in the production of technical plans, drawings, and models
- Proficiency with MS Office applications.
- Good verbal and written communication skills
Valued, but not required:
- Successful completion of the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam, and designation as an Engineer in Training
- MSCE degree
- Familiarity with structural analysis software such as STAAD, SAP2000, SAFE, STRUDL, or ANSYS
- Familiarity with design codes and standards such as IBC, ASCE 7, AISC, and ACI
AI & Automation at Sargent & Lundy:
- You are expected to take engineering problems from issue to solution using data and modern tools such as automation and AI to improve workflows, reduce rework, and deliver cost-effective designs.
- Many engineers in these roles build or use automation to create calculations, summarize technical documents, or draft design documentation, including appropriate use of agentic AI tools, with strong engineering judgment and verification of results.
- Programming or scripting (e.g., Python, MATLAB, advanced Excel) to automate calculations, design checks, reporting, or data transformation is valued but not required.
- We also value additional learning, such as a minor, certificate, or other training in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Software Engineering, or related fields that helps you apply automation or agentic AI to real engineering problems.
At Sargent & Lundy, we care about the health and well-being of our employees. Our commitment extends beyond the workplace, offering comprehensive healthcare plans and generous paid time off to support our team members in every aspect of their lives. We understand the importance of work-life balance, which is why we are proud to provide competitive, award-winning benefits. Our dedication to employee satisfaction has earned us the prestigious Top Workplaces Culture Excellence Award for compensation and benefits in 2022, 2023, and 2024.
Health & Wellness
- Health Plans: Medical, Dental, Vision
- Life & Accident Insurance
- Disability Coverage
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Back-Up Daycare
- FSA & HSA
- 401(k)
- Pre-Tax Commuter Account
- Merit Scholarship Program
- Employee Discount Program
- Corporate Charitable Giving Program
- Tuition Assistance
- First Professional Licensure Bonus
- Employee Referral Bonus
- Paid Annual Personal/Sick Time (PST)
- Paid Vacation
- Paid Holidays
- Paid Parental Leave
- Paid Bereavement Leave
- Flexible Work Arrangements
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Entry Level Nuclear Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level nuclear engineer job?
Focus on relevant coursework, reactor lab experience, or internships at national laboratories and power plants. A capstone project demonstrating safety analysis or fuel cycle knowledge helps. Certifications in radiation protection or ANSI standards give early-career candidates an edge. Apply to roles that explicitly list zero to two years of experience as acceptable, and tailor your resume to the specific reactor type or regulatory environment each employer operates in.
Which companies hire entry level nuclear engineers?
Companies hiring entry level nuclear engineers right now include S&ME, Sargent & Lundy, and Entergy, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. At this level, hiring comes from a mix of commercial nuclear utilities, federal contractors supporting national laboratories, and defense firms working on naval or advanced reactor programs.
Are there remote entry level nuclear engineer jobs?
Yes, though most nuclear engineering roles are on-site due to the nature of reactor and facility work. About 0% of entry level nuclear engineer openings are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, typically in areas like regulatory analysis, licensing support, computational modeling, or safety documentation where hands-on plant access is not required daily.
Are these new grad nuclear engineer jobs?
Yes. The entry level nuclear engineer openings on this page include new grad, recent graduate, and junior roles. A posting is new-grad friendly when it welcomes candidates with zero to two years of experience, counts internships or co-ops toward the requirement, or accepts a strong academic portfolio in place of full-time work history. Look for language like "entry level," "new grad," or "0 to 2 years" in the job description.
Which industries hire the most entry level nuclear engineers?
Entry Level nuclear engineer roles concentrate in Consulting & Professional Services and Energy, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. These sectors drive early-career hiring because they operate licensed facilities, run federally funded research programs, or manage long-term infrastructure projects that require a steady pipeline of junior engineers to support experienced staff.