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SHINE Technologies is seeking a Senior Nuclear Quality Assurance Engineer who will be responsible for the performance of internal and external (i.e., vendor) oversight activities in support of the implementation of the SHINE ANSI/ANS 15.8 Quality Assurance Program. The Senior Nuclear Quality Assurance Engineer also supports the Diagnostics division in the implementation of the Quality Assurance Program implementing procedures and the establishment of nuclear quality assurance requirements.
Hybrid or remote work arrangement will be considered. While our headquarters is located in Janesville, Wisconsin, we welcome applicants from across the U.S. who can effectively collaborate in a virtual environment. Candidates may be asked to travel occasionally for team meetings or onsite engagements, depending on business needs.
The base salary range for this position is $100,000 - $149,500 per year plus a comprehensive compensation package. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location.
This hybrid position offers the flexibility to work from home while maintaining a strong presence in our Janesville office.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Specific duties and responsibilities of the Senior Nuclear Quality Assurance Engineer include, but are not limited to:
- Lead (or participate in) internal and external (i.e., supplier) audits and surveillances, including the scheduling, planning, execution, and reporting of such activities.
- Reviews and evaluates audits, assessments, surveys, and accreditations conducted by external agencies.
- Maintains the approved supplier list.
- Supports the Diagnostics division in the development and revision of Quality Assurance Program implementing procedures.
- Supports the Diagnostics division in the development of quality requirements in procurement documents.
- Work closely with the Engineering, Construction, Procurement, Licensing, and Operations Teams to ensure activities affecting quality are identified and adequately implemented.
- Obtain/maintain lead auditor status.
- Participate in industry-led and regulator-led activities related to nuclear quality assurance.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering, scientific discipline, or related field, or equivalent experience such as a Senior Reactor Operator License or the Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program.
- A minimum of 5 years of nuclear quality assurance experience.
- Current NQA-1 Lead Auditor Certification preferred.
- Working knowledge of the ANSI/ANS-15.8 and/or ASME NQA-1 quality standards.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
- Ability and willingness to travel to vendor facilities (both domestic and international).
- Ability to communicate effectively with all levels within the organization, as well as interface with regulators, contractors, and suppliers.
Working Conditions and Physical Effort:
- Requires frequent leaning, bending, stooping, crouching, grasping, and reaching above the shoulders and below the knees.
- Moderate physical activity. Requires handling of average-weight objects up to 40 pounds or standing and/or walking for more than four (4) hours per day.
- Fine motor coordination and strong depth perception is beneficial.
- Work involves moderate exposure to unusual elements, such as extreme temperatures, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, unpleasant odors, and/or loud noises.
- Work environment involves some exposure to hazards or physical risks, which require following basic safety precautions.
Eligibility for employment is conditioned on the applicant’s ability to qualify for access to information subject to U.S. Export Controls. Additionally, applicant’s eligibility may be conditioned based upon meeting the Nuclear Regulatory Commission requirements for access to Safeguards Information, which typically requires a pre-employment drug screen, fingerprinting and criminal background check.
SHINE values diversity in all its forms as a critical component of innovation, which is fundamental to our success. Every member of the SHINE community benefits from the talents and experiences of our peers, from the mutual respect we exercise, and from the responsibility we take for our actions.
SHINE Technologies is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.
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SHINE Technologies is seeking a Senior Nuclear Quality Assurance Engineer who will be responsible for the performance of internal and external (i.e., vendor) oversight activities in support of the implementation of the SHINE ANSI/ANS 15.8 Quality Assurance Program. The Senior Nuclear Quality Assurance Engineer also supports the Diagnostics division in the implementation of the Quality Assurance Program implementing procedures and the establishment of nuclear quality assurance requirements.
Hybrid or remote work arrangement will be considered. While our headquarters is located in Janesville, Wisconsin, we welcome applicants from across the U.S. who can effectively collaborate in a virtual environment. Candidates may be asked to travel occasionally for team meetings or onsite engagements, depending on business needs.
The base salary range for this position is $100,000 - $149,500 per year plus a comprehensive compensation package. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location.
This hybrid position offers the flexibility to work from home while maintaining a strong presence in our Janesville office.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Specific duties and responsibilities of the Senior Nuclear Quality Assurance Engineer include, but are not limited to:
- Lead (or participate in) internal and external (i.e., supplier) audits and surveillances, including the scheduling, planning, execution, and reporting of such activities.
- Reviews and evaluates audits, assessments, surveys, and accreditations conducted by external agencies.
- Maintains the approved supplier list.
- Supports the Diagnostics division in the development and revision of Quality Assurance Program implementing procedures.
- Supports the Diagnostics division in the development of quality requirements in procurement documents.
- Work closely with the Engineering, Construction, Procurement, Licensing, and Operations Teams to ensure activities affecting quality are identified and adequately implemented.
- Obtain/maintain lead auditor status.
- Participate in industry-led and regulator-led activities related to nuclear quality assurance.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering, scientific discipline, or related field, or equivalent experience such as a Senior Reactor Operator License or the Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program.
- A minimum of 5 years of nuclear quality assurance experience.
- Current NQA-1 Lead Auditor Certification preferred.
- Working knowledge of the ANSI/ANS-15.8 and/or ASME NQA-1 quality standards.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
- Ability and willingness to travel to vendor facilities (both domestic and international).
- Ability to communicate effectively with all levels within the organization, as well as interface with regulators, contractors, and suppliers.
Working Conditions and Physical Effort:
- Requires frequent leaning, bending, stooping, crouching, grasping, and reaching above the shoulders and below the knees.
- Moderate physical activity. Requires handling of average-weight objects up to 40 pounds or standing and/or walking for more than four (4) hours per day.
- Fine motor coordination and strong depth perception is beneficial.
- Work involves moderate exposure to unusual elements, such as extreme temperatures, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, unpleasant odors, and/or loud noises.
- Work environment involves some exposure to hazards or physical risks, which require following basic safety precautions.
Eligibility for employment is conditioned on the applicant’s ability to qualify for access to information subject to U.S. Export Controls. Additionally, applicant’s eligibility may be conditioned based upon meeting the Nuclear Regulatory Commission requirements for access to Safeguards Information, which typically requires a pre-employment drug screen, fingerprinting and criminal background check.
SHINE values diversity in all its forms as a critical component of innovation, which is fundamental to our success. Every member of the SHINE community benefits from the talents and experiences of our peers, from the mutual respect we exercise, and from the responsibility we take for our actions.
SHINE Technologies is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.
Pay Transparency Policy
Employee Rights Under the NLRA
Equal Opportunity Employment
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Who's Hiring
- Sargent & Lundy15
- GE Vernova3
- Westinghouse Electric Company3
- Capgemini2
- TerraPower1
Top Industries Hiring
- Energy
- Technology & Software
- Manufacturing
- Aerospace & Defense
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in remote 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 Remote Nuclear Engineer Job Search
Apply early to remote roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists remote nuclear engineer openings from across the U.S. in one place, so you can find roles that match your background and apply directly without sorting through unrelated listings.
Show your async communication in writing
Remote nuclear engineering teams rely on written technical documentation, not hallway conversations. Include examples in your application materials of reports, safety analyses, or technical memos you authored independently, because remote hiring managers weight written clarity heavily.
Demonstrate proficiency with nuclear simulation tools
Remote employers screen for hands-on experience with tools like MCNP, SCALE, or RELAP. List specific codes you've used, the types of analyses you ran, and the platforms or systems they supported, since remote teams can't verify this in person the way an on-site supervisor can.
Highlight independent regulatory compliance work
Remote nuclear engineers often support NRC compliance and safety documentation without a team physically nearby. If you've independently prepared or reviewed 10 CFR submittals, technical specifications, or safety evaluation reports, call that out explicitly, since it signals you can manage regulatory responsibility without constant supervision.
Remote Nuclear Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a remote nuclear engineer job?
Target companies with distributed engineering teams, including defense contractors, nuclear technology startups, and consulting firms with national client portfolios. Remote nuclear engineer roles screen heavily for self-direction, precise written communication, and the ability to document technical decisions clearly without in-person review. Candidates who show experience with remote collaboration tools, asynchronous reporting, and independent regulatory compliance work stand out from applicants whose experience is entirely on-site.
Which companies hire remote nuclear engineers?
Employers currently hiring remote nuclear engineers include Sargent & Lundy, GE Vernova, and Westinghouse Electric Company, per current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Remote nuclear engineer roles are concentrated at defense-focused contractors, nuclear software and simulation firms, and national consulting groups that support clients across multiple sites without requiring engineers to relocate.
Can you get a remote nuclear engineer job with no experience?
Yes, but remote entry-level nuclear engineer roles are harder to land because employers expect you to work independently from day one without on-site mentorship. The most viable paths include simulation or software-adjacent roles at nuclear technology companies, remote regulatory support positions, and research roles at national labs with distributed teams. A strong academic project portfolio, demonstrated async communication skills, and nuclear-specific software proficiency can substitute for professional experience with some employers.
Do you need a degree for remote nuclear engineer jobs?
Usually, yes. Nuclear engineering is a credentialed field, and most remote roles require at minimum a bachelor's degree in nuclear engineering or a closely related discipline. Remote employers do weigh demonstrated technical skills, relevant project work, and professional certifications alongside formal credentials, and some simulation, safety analysis, or consulting roles are accessible to candidates with adjacent engineering degrees and strong domain knowledge.
Which industries hire the most remote nuclear engineers?
The sectors hiring the most remote nuclear engineers are Energy, Technology & Software, and Manufacturing, based on current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. These sectors hire nuclear engineers remotely because their work, including safety analysis, regulatory documentation, simulation modeling, and technical consulting, can be completed effectively across distributed teams without requiring constant physical presence at a reactor or facility.
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