Senior Level Nuclear Engineer Jobs
Senior level nuclear engineer jobs place experienced engineers in charge of reactor design decisions, safety analysis programs, and the technical teams or cross-functional projects that carry those outcomes forward. Roles are concentrated primarily on-site and in hybrid settings across Consulting & Professional Services, Technology & Software, and Cybersecurity, with employers like Hatch, ENTRUST Solutions, and Westinghouse Electric Company hiring at this level now.
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Nuclear Engineer Faculty Open Rank
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University of South Carolina
Nuclear Engineer Faculty Open Rank
Richland, South Carolina
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Nuclear Engineer 4
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NuScale Power
Nuclear Engineer 4
Portland, Oregon Metropolitan Area
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Instrumentation & Controls Engineer - Nuclear 1
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Hatch
Instrumentation & Controls Engineer - Nuclear 1
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
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Mechanical Engineer - Nuclear
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Hatch
Mechanical Engineer - Nuclear
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
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Principal Space Systems Engineer - Space-based Nuclear Detonation Detection (R&D Engineer 4)
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Los Alamos National Laboratory
Principal Space Systems Engineer - Space-based Nuclear Detonation Detection (R&D Engineer 4)
Los Alamos, New Mexico
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Nuclear Engineer Faculty Open Rank
University of South Carolina·Richland, South Carolina
Job functions:
10+ yrs exp.
Doctoral degree in engineering
Full Time
5,001-10,000 employees
Job Description
Posting Number
FAC00125PO26
Advertised Title
Nuclear Engineer Faculty Open Rank
Campus
Columbia
College/Division
College of Engineering and Computing
Department
CEC Mechanical Engineering
Advertised Salary Range
To commensurate with qualifications
Location of Vacancy
Part/Full Time
Full Time
Hours per Week
40
Position Category
Full-time Equivalent (FTE)
Basis
9 months
Work County
Richland
Tenure Information
Tenure-Track/Tenured
Job Search Category
Faculty
About USC
About University of South Carolina
From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor’s degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service — helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.
Veterans' Preference Statement
The University of South Carolina is committed to equal opportunity and proudly values the skills and experience military veterans bring to our workforce. Across South Carolina, we are making veterans a priority for employment and recognize their vital contributions to our state and our communities.
Benefits for FTE Positions
The University of South Carolina (USC), through the State of SC and Public Employee Benefit Authority (PEBA), offers state employees a valuable benefits package, including health and life insurance, generous paid leave and retirement programs. To learn more about USC benefits, access the "Working at USC" section on the Applicant Portal at https://uscjobs.sc.edu.
Position Description
Advertised Job Summary
The Molinaroli College of Engineering and Computing (MCEC) at the University of South Carolina (USC) in Columbia, SC is seeking a qualified applicant for a Tenured and Tenure-Track faculty position (Open-Rank) to support its Nuclear Engineering Program. USC and MCEC pursue a bold vision of supporting the state’s growing aerospace, manufacturing, technology, and nuclear industries while experiencing sustained growth in student numbers and research output. We aim to hire innovative and bold thought leaders focused on student success, outstanding research, and the motivation and drive to support the US and SC economy and industrial base. This is a 9-month faculty open-rank position and will have atenure home in the Mechanical Engineering department with an anticipated start date of August 16, 2027.
Applicants for the Assistant Professor rank should possess a PhD degree in Nuclear, or Mechanical Engineering or closely related field, a demonstrated record of research accomplishments, and an outstanding capacity for teaching undergraduate and graduate courses. Applicants for the ranks of Associate Professor and Full Professor must in addition have years of relevant academic experience commensurate with academic policy, plus a strong, sustained record of excellence in teaching, research, and service including competitive funding and interdisciplinary collaborations. Candidates with a strong vision for the future of engineering education are highly encouraged to apply.
Successful candidates will be expected to develop internationally recognized, externally funded research programs in cutting edge areas of nuclear engineering. In particular, candidates with a strong track record of research and teaching in the areas of nuclear fuels and materials; advanced reactor design and analysis; and intelligent nuclear systems, controls, and operational technologies are encouraged to apply.
The successful candidates must have the ability to (1) teach and develop nuclear engineering curriculum (including lecture, laboratory, or design courses) at the undergraduate and graduate levels, (2) develop and sustain an independent, nationally recognized research program, (3) collaborate within multi-disciplinary teams of faculty and other researchers across colleges and institutions, and (4) be engaged in professional activities.
USC is a Flagship, R1 research university experiencing sustained growth in number of students and research. The Molinaroli College of Engineering and Computing has seven academic departments with over 40 academic programs, more than 3,600 undergraduate students, and received over $73m of competitive federal sponsored research awards in 2025. MCEC received a transformational gift naming the college in 2024 and is on a bold trajectory to continue its rapid rise in elevating student excellence, scholarly impact, and drive economic impact in South Carolina and across the US.
This position will be posted for a minimum of 45 days and remain posted until the position is filled. The anticipated start date is August 16, 2027. Interested applicants should apply online at https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/213698 with: (1) a cover letter indicating the main area of research and desired rank, (2) curriculum vitae, (3) a concise description of research plans, (4) a statement of teaching philosophy, and (5) names & contact information of at least three references.
The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, military status, national origin, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other protected category under applicable law.”
Questions about the departmental search may be directed to:
Professor Ted Besmann
Besmann@sc.edu, Phone: +1 803-777-9853
Required Education and Experience
Applicants for the Assistant Professor rank should possess a PhD degree in Nuclear, or Mechanical Engineering or closely related field, a demonstrated record of research accomplishments, and an outstanding capacity for teaching undergraduate and graduate courses. Applicants for the ranks of Associate Professor and Full Professor must in addition have years of relevant academic experience commensurate with academic policy, plus a strong, sustained record of excellence in teaching, research, and service including competitive funding and interdisciplinary collaborations. Candidates with a strong vision for the future of engineering education are highly encouraged to apply.
Preferred Qualifications
The successful candidates must have the ability to (1) teach and develop nuclear engineering curriculum (including lecture, laboratory, or design courses) at the undergraduate and graduate levels, (2) develop and sustain an independent, nationally recognized research program, (3) collaborate within multi-disciplinary teams of faculty and other researchers across colleges and institutions, and (4) be engaged in professional activities.
Posting Detail Information
Desired Start Date
08/16/2027
Job Open Date
09/25/2026
Job Close Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Special Instructions to Applicant
This position will be posted for a minimum of 45 days and remain posted until the position is filled. The anticipated start date is August 16, 2027. Interested applicants should apply online at https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/213698 with: (1) a cover letter indicating the main area of research and desired rank, (2) curriculum vitae, (3) a concise description of research plans, (4) a statement of teaching philosophy, and (5) names & contact information of at least three references.
Positions are advertised for a minimum of forty-five (45) days on our job website. After forty-five (45) days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This position is open until filled. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email.
Positions are advertised for a minimum of forty-five (45) days on our job website. After forty-five (45) days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This position is open until filled. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email.
The University of South Carolina offers a valuable benefits package including but not limited to:
- Health and Life Insurance
- Retirement Programs
- Paid Tuition
- Dependent Scholarships
- Annual Leave
- Sick Leave
- 13 Paid Holidays (including an extended December holiday)
- Paid Parental Leave
- Professional Development Opportunities
Click here to learn more about why you should work at USC.
Quicklink for Posting
https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/213698
EEO Statement
The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, military status, national origin, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other protected category under applicable law.
University of South Carolina
Nuclear Engineer Faculty Open Rank
Richland, South Carolina
Added 1mo ago5,001-10,000 employees
Job functions:
10+ yrs exp.
Doctoral degree in engineering
Full Time
Job Description
Posting Number
FAC00125PO26
Advertised Title
Nuclear Engineer Faculty Open Rank
Campus
Columbia
College/Division
College of Engineering and Computing
Department
CEC Mechanical Engineering
Advertised Salary Range
To commensurate with qualifications
Location of Vacancy
Part/Full Time
Full Time
Hours per Week
40
Position Category
Full-time Equivalent (FTE)
Basis
9 months
Work County
Richland
Tenure Information
Tenure-Track/Tenured
Job Search Category
Faculty
About USC
About University of South Carolina
From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor’s degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service — helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.
Veterans' Preference Statement
The University of South Carolina is committed to equal opportunity and proudly values the skills and experience military veterans bring to our workforce. Across South Carolina, we are making veterans a priority for employment and recognize their vital contributions to our state and our communities.
Benefits for FTE Positions
The University of South Carolina (USC), through the State of SC and Public Employee Benefit Authority (PEBA), offers state employees a valuable benefits package, including health and life insurance, generous paid leave and retirement programs. To learn more about USC benefits, access the "Working at USC" section on the Applicant Portal at https://uscjobs.sc.edu.
Position Description
Advertised Job Summary
The Molinaroli College of Engineering and Computing (MCEC) at the University of South Carolina (USC) in Columbia, SC is seeking a qualified applicant for a Tenured and Tenure-Track faculty position (Open-Rank) to support its Nuclear Engineering Program. USC and MCEC pursue a bold vision of supporting the state’s growing aerospace, manufacturing, technology, and nuclear industries while experiencing sustained growth in student numbers and research output. We aim to hire innovative and bold thought leaders focused on student success, outstanding research, and the motivation and drive to support the US and SC economy and industrial base. This is a 9-month faculty open-rank position and will have atenure home in the Mechanical Engineering department with an anticipated start date of August 16, 2027.
Applicants for the Assistant Professor rank should possess a PhD degree in Nuclear, or Mechanical Engineering or closely related field, a demonstrated record of research accomplishments, and an outstanding capacity for teaching undergraduate and graduate courses. Applicants for the ranks of Associate Professor and Full Professor must in addition have years of relevant academic experience commensurate with academic policy, plus a strong, sustained record of excellence in teaching, research, and service including competitive funding and interdisciplinary collaborations. Candidates with a strong vision for the future of engineering education are highly encouraged to apply.
Successful candidates will be expected to develop internationally recognized, externally funded research programs in cutting edge areas of nuclear engineering. In particular, candidates with a strong track record of research and teaching in the areas of nuclear fuels and materials; advanced reactor design and analysis; and intelligent nuclear systems, controls, and operational technologies are encouraged to apply.
The successful candidates must have the ability to (1) teach and develop nuclear engineering curriculum (including lecture, laboratory, or design courses) at the undergraduate and graduate levels, (2) develop and sustain an independent, nationally recognized research program, (3) collaborate within multi-disciplinary teams of faculty and other researchers across colleges and institutions, and (4) be engaged in professional activities.
USC is a Flagship, R1 research university experiencing sustained growth in number of students and research. The Molinaroli College of Engineering and Computing has seven academic departments with over 40 academic programs, more than 3,600 undergraduate students, and received over $73m of competitive federal sponsored research awards in 2025. MCEC received a transformational gift naming the college in 2024 and is on a bold trajectory to continue its rapid rise in elevating student excellence, scholarly impact, and drive economic impact in South Carolina and across the US.
This position will be posted for a minimum of 45 days and remain posted until the position is filled. The anticipated start date is August 16, 2027. Interested applicants should apply online at https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/213698 with: (1) a cover letter indicating the main area of research and desired rank, (2) curriculum vitae, (3) a concise description of research plans, (4) a statement of teaching philosophy, and (5) names & contact information of at least three references.
The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, military status, national origin, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other protected category under applicable law.”
Questions about the departmental search may be directed to:
Professor Ted Besmann
Besmann@sc.edu, Phone: +1 803-777-9853
Required Education and Experience
Applicants for the Assistant Professor rank should possess a PhD degree in Nuclear, or Mechanical Engineering or closely related field, a demonstrated record of research accomplishments, and an outstanding capacity for teaching undergraduate and graduate courses. Applicants for the ranks of Associate Professor and Full Professor must in addition have years of relevant academic experience commensurate with academic policy, plus a strong, sustained record of excellence in teaching, research, and service including competitive funding and interdisciplinary collaborations. Candidates with a strong vision for the future of engineering education are highly encouraged to apply.
Preferred Qualifications
The successful candidates must have the ability to (1) teach and develop nuclear engineering curriculum (including lecture, laboratory, or design courses) at the undergraduate and graduate levels, (2) develop and sustain an independent, nationally recognized research program, (3) collaborate within multi-disciplinary teams of faculty and other researchers across colleges and institutions, and (4) be engaged in professional activities.
Posting Detail Information
Desired Start Date
08/16/2027
Job Open Date
09/25/2026
Job Close Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Special Instructions to Applicant
This position will be posted for a minimum of 45 days and remain posted until the position is filled. The anticipated start date is August 16, 2027. Interested applicants should apply online at https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/213698 with: (1) a cover letter indicating the main area of research and desired rank, (2) curriculum vitae, (3) a concise description of research plans, (4) a statement of teaching philosophy, and (5) names & contact information of at least three references.
Positions are advertised for a minimum of forty-five (45) days on our job website. After forty-five (45) days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This position is open until filled. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email.
Positions are advertised for a minimum of forty-five (45) days on our job website. After forty-five (45) days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This position is open until filled. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email.
The University of South Carolina offers a valuable benefits package including but not limited to:
- Health and Life Insurance
- Retirement Programs
- Paid Tuition
- Dependent Scholarships
- Annual Leave
- Sick Leave
- 13 Paid Holidays (including an extended December holiday)
- Paid Parental Leave
- Professional Development Opportunities
Click here to learn more about why you should work at USC.
Quicklink for Posting
https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/213698
EEO Statement
The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, military status, national origin, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other protected category under applicable law.
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Senior Level Nuclear Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a senior level nuclear engineer job?
Employers at this level expect demonstrated ownership of complex projects, such as reactor safety analyses, fuel cycle evaluations, or regulatory licensing campaigns. Candidates who stand out combine deep technical specialization in a recognized area, like thermal hydraulics or radiation shielding, with a record of leading engineers or influencing cross-functional decisions. Professional credentials such as a PE license or relevant certifications meaningfully strengthen a senior-level application.
Which companies hire senior level nuclear engineers?
Companies hiring senior level nuclear engineers right now include Hatch, ENTRUST Solutions, and Westinghouse Electric Company, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Hiring at this level comes primarily from utilities operating commercial reactors, federal contractors supporting defense and research programs, and engineering firms managing plant upgrades or new-build projects.
Are there remote senior level nuclear engineer jobs?
Yes, though full remote is less common at this level given regulatory and site-specific demands. About 57% of senior level nuclear engineer openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with hybrid arrangements most frequently offered in roles focused on analysis, design review, or regulatory documentation rather than hands-on plant work.
What makes a nuclear engineer role senior level?
Senior nuclear engineer roles carry a distinct scope that separates them from mid-level positions. Expectations shift from executing assigned tasks to owning technical outcomes, such as defining the methodology for a safety analysis, serving as the technical lead on a licensing submission, or mentoring junior engineers through complex problem-solving. Senior roles also typically involve direct engagement with regulators, clients, or executive stakeholders on high-consequence decisions.
Which industries hire the most senior level nuclear engineers?
Senior level nuclear engineer roles concentrate in Consulting & Professional Services, Technology & Software, and Cybersecurity, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive hiring at this level because they operate complex nuclear systems, hold long-term regulatory obligations, or are advancing next-generation reactor programs that require seasoned technical leadership.