Nuclear Engineers
Code: 17-2161.00Median Annual Salary
Competitive / Variable
Sector & location dependent
Preparation & Education
Standard Educational Pathways
Job Zone N/A
Industry Outlook
Stable Growth
Active demand across the UK workforce
Role Overview & What They Do
Conduct research on nuclear engineering projects or apply principles and theory of nuclear science to problems concerned with release, control, and use of nuclear energy and nuclear waste disposal.
Also Known As (Alternative Job Titles)
Engineer
Nuclear Design Engineer
Nuclear Engineer
Nuclear Licensing Engineer
Nuclear Process Engineer
Nuclear Reactor Engineer
Nuclear Safety Engineer
Nuclear Steam Supply System Engineer (NSSS Engineer)
Radiological Engineer
Reactor Engineer
Daily Duties & On-The-Job Tasks
- Design or develop nuclear equipment, such as reactor cores, radiation shielding, or associated instrumentation or control mechanisms.
- Monitor nuclear facility operations to identify any design, construction, or operation practices that violate safety regulations and laws or could jeopardize safe operations.
- Initiate corrective actions or order plant shutdowns in emergency situations.
Frequently Asked Questions About Nuclear Engineers
Salaries for a Nuclear Engineers vary depending on regional demand across the UK, industry sector, relevant technical certifications, and years of experience.
Most employers hiring for a Nuclear Engineers in the UK require a combination of relevant educational qualifications, technical certifications, or demonstrative on-the-job vocational experience.
Essential skills and tooling for a Nuclear Engineers include: Industry standard competencies, tooling, and methods. Practitioners also benefit from strong analytical problem solving and communication skills.
The UK job market maintains steady employment demand for qualified Nuclear Engineers professionals across diverse sectors.
Live UK Vacancies for Nuclear Engineers
Search AllSenior Nuclear Licensing Engineer
Bechtel
warsaw
Permanent
Senior Nuclear Licensing Engineer - Hybrid
Babcock International
warrington
Permanent
Nuclear Licensing Engineer II - Hybrid Role
Westinghouse Electric Company
vila seca
Permanent
Senior Nuclear Licensing Engineer – Poland (Hybrid)
Westinghouse Electric Company
remote
Permanent
Civil Nuclear Engineer: Lifecycle Design & Delivery
WSP in the UK & Ireland
newcastle upon tyne
Permanent
Maritime Nuclear Engineer – Sustainment Lead (Hybrid)
Evodia Limited
farnborough
Permanent
Salary Distribution
Salaries vary depending on region, certifications, and years of experience.
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