Mid Level Nuclear Engineer Jobs
Mid level nuclear engineer jobs go to engineers ready to own project phases end to end, guide junior staff through technical challenges, and make design or safety decisions with limited day-to-day oversight. Openings run predominantly on-site at facilities in Consulting & Professional Services, Energy, and Manufacturing, with employers like S&ME, 4P Consulting, and WSP hiring at this level now.
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Role Summary:
A Project Engineer within order engineering is an integral member of the Customer Order execution process. A Project Engineer reviews and prepares Engineering data, 2D drawings, 3D models, bills of materials, performs engineering studies and related calculations, and coordinates cross-functionally with other Flowserve departments (internal and external) and suppliers to establish schedules for the fulfillment of standard and custom pump and seal orders. Able to analyze and improve quality, cost, and delivery of products by using lean and Six Sigma tools.
Responsibilities:
- Review and interpretation of customer specifications.
- Assist in material selection to meet customer project requirements.
- Technical project responsibility including creating complete engineering bills of material and customer/part design drawings.
- Meets project schedule milestones for engineering deliverables.
- Interfaces and supports other department functions by providing technical guidance to procurement, planning, manufacturing, and suppliers to clarify project requirements.
- Conducts design reviews to ensure components & assemblies comply with customer specifications and design requirements.
- Manages multiple projects involving complex designs, including oversight of support resources and seeking guidance from technical specialists.
- Performs and reviews engineering calculations and analysis in support of design efforts.
- Reviews and approves suppliers’ documentation.
- Supports technical discussions with customers and other key functional areas.
Requirements:
- BS degree in a relevant field (Mechanical Engineering preferred) and 5-7 years of relevant design engineering experience.
- Possess understanding of manufacturing and fabrication processes.
- Experience with 2D and 3D drafting and modeling. Experience with SolidWorks preferred.
- Strong knowledge of industrial guidelines and regulations governing the Nuclear Industry (HI, 10CFR50, 10CFR21, API, CSA, etc.).
Preferred Experience / Characteristics
- Design engineering experience with rotating equipment is highly preferred.
- Experience with ASME B&PV Code & ANSI Y14.5 is preferred.
- Strong communication and organization skills.
- Ability to work in a team-oriented environment to troubleshoot and resolve technical issues.
Role Summary:
A Project Engineer within order engineering is an integral member of the Customer Order execution process. A Project Engineer reviews and prepares Engineering data, 2D drawings, 3D models, bills of materials, performs engineering studies and related calculations, and coordinates cross-functionally with other Flowserve departments (internal and external) and suppliers to establish schedules for the fulfillment of standard and custom pump and seal orders. Able to analyze and improve quality, cost, and delivery of products by using lean and Six Sigma tools.
Responsibilities:
- Review and interpretation of customer specifications.
- Assist in material selection to meet customer project requirements.
- Technical project responsibility including creating complete engineering bills of material and customer/part design drawings.
- Meets project schedule milestones for engineering deliverables.
- Interfaces and supports other department functions by providing technical guidance to procurement, planning, manufacturing, and suppliers to clarify project requirements.
- Conducts design reviews to ensure components & assemblies comply with customer specifications and design requirements.
- Manages multiple projects involving complex designs, including oversight of support resources and seeking guidance from technical specialists.
- Performs and reviews engineering calculations and analysis in support of design efforts.
- Reviews and approves suppliers’ documentation.
- Supports technical discussions with customers and other key functional areas.
Requirements:
- BS degree in a relevant field (Mechanical Engineering preferred) and 5-7 years of relevant design engineering experience.
- Possess understanding of manufacturing and fabrication processes.
- Experience with 2D and 3D drafting and modeling. Experience with SolidWorks preferred.
- Strong knowledge of industrial guidelines and regulations governing the Nuclear Industry (HI, 10CFR50, 10CFR21, API, CSA, etc.).
Preferred Experience / Characteristics
- Design engineering experience with rotating equipment is highly preferred.
- Experience with ASME B&PV Code & ANSI Y14.5 is preferred.
- Strong communication and organization skills.
- Ability to work in a team-oriented environment to troubleshoot and resolve technical issues.
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Mid Level Nuclear Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a mid level nuclear engineer job?
Position your existing experience around ownership, not just participation. Highlight projects where you led a deliverable, resolved a technical problem independently, or contributed to a safety or compliance outcome. Applications that name specific reactor systems, codes such as ASME or NRC regulations, or software tools you've used routinely stand out more than general descriptions of responsibilities.
Which companies hire mid level nuclear engineers?
Companies hiring mid level nuclear engineers right now include S&ME, 4P Consulting, and WSP, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Hiring at this level covers national laboratories, commercial nuclear plant operators, defense contractors, and engineering consulting firms that support reactor design, licensing, and maintenance.
Are there remote mid level nuclear engineer jobs?
Yes, though fully remote roles are limited by the hands-on nature of much nuclear engineering work. About 17% of mid level nuclear engineer openings are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, typically covering analysis, regulatory review, or project management functions rather than plant-floor or laboratory roles.
How do I move up to a mid level nuclear engineer role?
Progression from entry level to mid level comes from building a record of increasing ownership over two to four years. Engineers who move up fastest take on full project segments, demonstrate fluency with industry codes and safety standards, and show measurable impact such as reduced rework, improved compliance outcomes, or successful license submissions without heavy senior oversight.
Which industries hire the most mid level nuclear engineers?
Mid Level nuclear engineer roles concentrate in Consulting & Professional Services, Energy, and Manufacturing, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Those sectors drive demand because they require engineers with enough experience to independently support reactor operations, safety analyses, waste management programs, or defense system development without requiring constant senior supervision.