Nuclear engineer conducting research and applying principles of nuclear science to design equipment, monitor operations, and ensure safety in nuclear energy and waste disposal
Experience
Nuclear Engineer
Where you worked
Month Year to Month Year
Designed and developed nuclear equipment, including reactor cores and radiation shielding
Monitored nuclear facility operations to identify violations of safety regulations and laws
Initiated corrective actions or ordered plant shutdowns during emergency situations
Directed operating and maintenance activities of nuclear power plants to ensure safety standards
Wrote operational instructions for nuclear plant operation and nuclear fuel handling
Prepared technical reports of findings based on analyses of test results
Conducted tests of nuclear fuel behavior to optimize performance of existing plants
Skills
Core Skills
Researching conservation, Investigating environmental impact, Investigating work safety, Monitoring compliance processes, Directing energy production
Checking & Planning
Testing systems or equipment, Analyzing test or validation data, Developing operational methods, Updating technical knowledge, Preparing detailed work plans
Tools and software
ANSYS simulation software, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office software, Python, C++, Oracle Java
Education
Bachelor's Degree Your college, Year
Certifications & Licenses
State license for this work Your state board, Year