Nuclear Technical Engineer Job at Amentum (Risley)

Principal Engineer-Nuclear

As a Principal Engineer - Nuclear you will be taking on a new challenge in guidi...

Location

United States , Lewis Center

Salary:

Not provided

ATS Automation Tooling Systems Inc.

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering Physics, Engineering Science, Electrical, Mechanical or Mechatronics Engineering or equivalent
A professional engineering license
10+ years of experience in nuclear automated tooling design, development and qualifications of automated systems custom machinery or industrial equipment
Thorough understanding of nuclear tooling engineering and field issues, precision engineering principles and ASME codes is necessary
In-depth knowledge of and use of nuclear equipment quality standards (NQA-1, ASME BPV Section III)
Thorough understanding of machine design and build, machine controls, structured problem solving, statistical analysis, and precision engineering principles
Good written and oral communication skills and ability to lead or work as part of a multi-disciplinary project team
Will be required to travel to licensed Nuclear Facilities and be registered as a Radiation Worker (US) and/or a Nuclear Energy Worker (Canada)
Must be capable of obtaining Security Clearance at nuclear sites globally
Work in conformance with divisional health, safety and environmental procedures and compliance to legislative requirements

Job Responsibility

Technical Leadership and Subject Matter Expertise: Provides Subject Matter Expert oversight and opinion to support ATS’s business in key focus areas for nuclear (e.g., SMRs, PWRs, Fuel Fabrication)
Use technical knowledge of company's and/or industry technologies to lead the development of successful approaches to critical problems and broad design issues
Participate and, where needed, lead the development of innovative programs to meet nuclear industry demand
Engineering Direction and Support: Provide technical direction, advice, and guidance to the engineering/design departments
Provide engineering support to solve problems and advance innovation including providing conceptual and detail designs, performing calculations and analysis, providing evaluation, and defining and participating in testing
Provides, and coordinates other disciplines as needed, to solve equipment problems
Project and Proposal Development: Support nuclear projects by participating in design reviews and providing solutions to complex problems
Support Applications Engineering to prepare concepts for new proposals
Prepares concept designs and assembles preliminary pricing for critical proposals
Working with project managers, assists driving successful completion of the work to meet design requirements and maintain cost and schedule

What we offer

Flexible work schedules
Employee events
Free coffee beverages
Employee referral program
Safety shoe programs
Competitive starting salaries
Overtime pay eligibility
Paid vacation
Company paid short- and long-term disability and life insurance
Comprehensive health benefits

R&d electrical engineer - nuclear safety assessment

We are seeking an R&D Electrical Engineer with nuclear weapons experience to ass...

Location

United States , Albuquerque

Salary:

114000.00 - 227500.00 USD / Year

Sandia National Laboratories

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline, or an equivalent combination of directly relevant education and engineering or scientific experience that demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and ability to perform independent research and development
Ability to obtain and maintain a DOE Q clearance
Graduate degree in Electrical Engineering or a highly related field where an independent research project was a graduation requirement
Ability to work independently and collaborate well in a multidisciplinary team of designers and test engineers
Outstanding verbal and written skills, including the ability to develop and present briefings
Experience working on engineering design, qualification, production, or related modeling/simulation projects
Expertise in electrical circuit design and analysis: Proficiency in power electronics, micro-electronics, integrated circuits, and analog and digital circuit design applied to safety-critical systems, including RF, optical, or radar sensors
Proficiency in safety-analysis methods: Strong understanding of fault-tree analysis, failure-modes-and-effects analysis, and margin quantification, with a background in reliability engineering or advanced margin-quantification frameworks
Experience with systems engineering: Demonstrated experience in systems engineering for nuclear or high-consequence weapons systems, including familiarity with the SNL nuclear weapon product realization process and nuclear weapon safety standards and related DOE orders
System-of-systems thinking: Experience applying system-of-systems thinking to electrical integration, ensuring end-to-end functionality

Job Responsibility

Independently review detailed technical documents and identify salient issues related to electrical design and testing in the context of nuclear safety
Engage with weapon system, component design, assurance, and other surety organizations, with a focus on electrical components and systems
Maintain awareness of issues related to design, development, production, maintenance, and dismantlement of weapon systems, particularly in the electrical domain
Assess tests, materials, and components for adequacy against requirements, emphasizing electrical testing and analysis
Evaluate procedures, product specifications, and standards for compliance with nuclear safety requirements
Lead independent safety assessments of nuclear weapon systems and components, analyzing responses under thermal, shock, vibration, and EMI/EMC environments, utilizing your expertise in electrical circuit design and analysis
Define problem scope and requirements, develop technical approaches, and apply quantitative and qualitative methods (e.g., fault-tree analysis, failure-modes-and-effects analysis, margin quantification)
Design experiments or simulations to evaluate safety-critical subsystems, collaborating with system and test engineers to verify requirements, particularly in electrical testing
Develop analytical frameworks and digital models to support risk-informed decisions leveraging your experience in system-of-systems thinking for electrical integration
Mentor junior engineers in safety-analysis techniques and review their deliverables for technical accuracy

What we offer

Challenging work with amazing impact that contributes to security, peace, and freedom worldwide
Extraordinary co-workers
Some of the best tools, equipment, and research facilities in the world
Career advancement and enrichment opportunities
Flexible work arrangements for many positions include 9/80 (work 80 hours every two weeks, with every other Friday off) and 4/10 (work 4 ten-hour days each week) compressed workweeks, part-time work, and telecommuting (a mix of onsite work and working from home)
Generous vacation, strong medical and other benefits, competitive 401k, learning opportunities, relocation assistance and amenities aimed at creating a solid work/life balance

Fulltime

Senior Mechanical Engineer - Nuclear

As a Senior Mechanical Designer Engineer - Nuclear you will be taking on a new c...

Location

United States , Lewis Center

Salary:

Not provided

ATS Automation Tooling Systems Inc.

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Science or Technology
Professional Engineer License would be an asset
10+ years of experience in engineering design, development and qualifications of automated systems custom machinery or industrial equipment
5+ years of experience in nuclear tooling development and testing, preferably including field support and experience
In-depth knowledge of and use of nuclear equipment quality standards (NQA-1, ASME BPV Section III)
Thorough understanding of machine design and build, machine controls, structured problem solving, statistical analysis, and precision engineering principles
Good written and oral communication skills and ability to lead or work as part of a multi-disciplinary project team
Work in conformance with divisional health, safety and environmental procedures and compliance to legislative requirements
Refrain from removing or altering safety devices or guarding unless hazardous energies are controlled through lockout-tagout methods
Report any unsafe conditions or unsafe acts, defects in any equipment or protective device, and any accidents/incidents to the supervisor

Job Responsibility

Design and support the development of Automated Equipment for industrial and nuclear projects
Perform engineering calculations with respect to strength of materials, speeds, horsepower, temperature, pressure, force, etc. as related to machine and tool designs
Analyze engineering drawings and specifications to determine shape, dimensions, hardness, etc. in the development of equipment, processes, and products
Define tools, fixtures, and equipment to be used in fabrication and assembly of mechanical components and complete assemblies
Produce working drawings, detail drawings, and bills of materials for equipment, sub-assemblies, or products, using AutoCAD and SOLIDWORKS
Specify appropriate purchase components for mechanical assemblies and create requisitions with appropriate delivery dates
Analyze designs and systems for compliance with applicable standards (i.e., OSHA, CE, or customer-specific)
Strictly follow ASME NQA-1 Quality requirements as defined within the manual and procedures
Work cross functionally with other teams
Review electrical requirements with respect to input and output devices with electrical designers

What we offer

Flexible work schedules
Employee events
Free coffee beverages
Employee referral program
Safety shoe programs
Overtime pay eligibility
Paid vacation
Company paid short- and long-term disability and life insurance
Comprehensive health benefits
401K matching program

Cleared Senior/Principal Systems Engineer - Nuclear Safety Assessment

We are seeking a dedicated R&D Systems Engineer with nuclear weapons experience ...

Location

United States , Albuquerque

Salary:

114000.00 - 227500.00 USD / Year

Sandia National Laboratories

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline and five (5) years of directly relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of directly relevant education and engineering or scientific experience that demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and ability to perform independent research and development
An active DOE Q clearance, or equivalent is required to start
High proficiency in foundational science and engineering principles, including safety-analysis methods such as fault-tree analysis, failure modes and effects analysis (FMEA), and margin quantification
Experience with systems engineering for nuclear or high-consequence weapons systems, including applying system-of-systems thinking to ensure end-to-end functionality
Proven ability to lead complex technical projects on schedule, mentor team members, and deliver high-quality products, with demonstrated leadership experience as a project manager, technical lead, principal investigator, or similar role
Understanding of nuclear surety and reliability requirements, including familiarity with nuclear weapon safety standards, related DOE orders, and the SNL nuclear weapon product realization process
Background in reliability engineering or advanced margin-quantification frameworks
Excellent technical writing and executive presentation skills
Proven ability to work on challenging engineering problems in a fast-paced, collaborative team environment requiring extensive cross-organizational teamwork

Job Responsibility

Independently review detailed technical documents and identify salient issues related to nuclear safety
Engage with weapon system, component design, assurance, and other surety organizations
Maintain awareness of issues related to design, development, production, maintenance, and dismantlement of weapon systems
Assess tests, materials, and components for adequacy against requirements
Evaluate procedures, product specifications, and standards for compliance
Lead independent safety assessments of nuclear weapon systems and components, analyzing responses under thermal, shock, vibration, and EMI/EMC environments
Define problem scope and requirements, develop technical approaches, and apply quantitative and qualitative methods (e.g., fault-tree, FMEA, margin quantification)
Design experiments or simulations to evaluate safety-critical subsystems, collaborating with system and test engineers to verify requirements
Develop analytical frameworks and digital models to support risk-informed decisions
Mentor junior engineers in safety-analysis techniques and review their deliverables for technical accuracy

What we offer

Challenging work with amazing impact that contributes to security, peace, and freedom worldwide
Extraordinary co-workers
Some of the best tools, equipment, and research facilities in the world
Career advancement and enrichment opportunities
Flexible work arrangements for many positions include 9/80 (work 80 hours every two weeks, with every other Friday off) and 4/10 (work 4 ten-hour days each week) compressed workweeks, part-time work, and telecommuting (a mix of onsite work and working from home)
Generous vacation, strong medical and other benefits, competitive 401k, learning opportunities, relocation assistance and amenities aimed at creating a solid work/life balance

Fulltime

Licensing technical support

Technical support to the Licensing process of the El Dabaa nuclear power plant, ...

Location

Egypt , El Dabaa

Salary:

Not provided

ASSYSTEM

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Independent technical review of technical documents produced by the client for authorization and permit applications
Support to the implementation of the Licensing strategy for Units 1 to 4 of the plant in accordance with the EPC contract requirements
Review of the PSAR (Preliminary Safety Analysis Report) and PSA (Safety Analysis Report) and technical support to the client following the review of the documents by the future operator
Drafting of the Construction Management Plan and support to the client until validation of the document by the future operator
Drafting of the Organisation and Management part of the Waste Management Plan
Updating of documents (Construction Management Plan, Method Statement, Work Execution Plan, Waste Management Plan) to comply with the EPC contract and international requirements
Support to project and EPC contract management (monitoring of developments, technical justifications for changes, support to the awarding of implementation contracts)

Job Responsibility

Ensure compliance with the technical requirements of the contract and with international standards (EUR - European Utility Requirements: requirements of European electricians, IAEA - International Atomic Energy Agency guides)
Ensure the integration of international best practices
Reduce the risk of non-compliance
Taking into account by the client of design modifications for adaptation to site conditions through technical support and justification (technical feasibility of different possible solutions, feedback from other international projects)
Helping to integrate the multicultural aspects of the project, reducing the risk of misunderstanding technical requirements or documents by advising on the project strategy and communication with the future operator

Sales Engineer

The role of a Sales Engineer at AMS is to deeply understand our highly technical...

Location

United States , Knoxville

Salary:

Not provided

Analysis and Measurement Services

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Holds a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution, ideally in engineering, another technical discipline, or a closely related field
Demonstrates the ability to learn and communicate complex technical concepts with clarity and credibility to both internal teams and external clients
Brings a track record of reliability, integrity, and professionalism, with evidence of long-term commitment and progression in prior roles
Is willing and able to travel 6–8 times per year (approximately four days per trip) for field services testing at nuclear power plants and for business development activities
Complies with applicable company policies, quality and safety standards, and all administrative directives
Shows a strong work ethic, a genuine interest in helping customers solve problems, a collaborative spirit toward colleagues and partners, and a desire to contribute to the long-term success and reputation of the company
U.S. citizenship is required to meet federal compliance and security-access regulations

Job Responsibility

Develop deep knowledge of AMS technologies and services through hands-on field testing and plant trips
Serve as the technical bridge between customers and internal teams, helping define project scopes, gather requirements, and translate customer needs into clear proposals
Own day-to-day customer relationships through calls, emails, follow-ups, and proactive account management
Develop and deliver compelling sales and technical presentations that clearly communicate AMS capabilities and demonstrate solution value
Collaborate with engineering and operations teams to develop proposals and quotes, reviewing procedures and ensuring accuracy in scope, assumptions, and pricing
Advance sales opportunities through the pipeline by identifying risks and gaps, coordinating next steps, and partnering with the Sales and Business Development team on new business

What we offer

Generous employer contributions toward comprehensive health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
401(k) with generous employer matching contributions
Four weeks annual vacation plus at least 10 paid holidays per year
Professional Development – AMS is committed to your growth technically and as a sales professional
Career Growth – Annual salary reviews, raises, and advancement opportunities

Fulltime

Electromagnetic Compatibility Engineer

The goal of an Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) Engineer at AMS is to solve c...

Location

United States , Knoxville

Salary:

Not provided

Analysis and Measurement Services

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Holds a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution, preferably in engineering, physics, or a closely related technical discipline.
Brings 3 to 7 years of EMC engineering, test engineering, or related technical experience (preferred).
Possesses relevant background in one or more of the following areas: test lab operations, systems integration, aerospace, automotive, or military equipment development.
Demonstrates familiarity with EMC testing standards and methods (e.g., MIL-STD-461, IEC 61000 series), common test equipment (oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, VNAs, EMI receivers), and associated test documentation practices.
Holds (or is willing to pursue) an iNARTE certification or equivalent EMC technical certification
preferred but not required.
Shows a strong desire to learn new standards, tools, and testing methods, and takes initiative to master them independently.
Brings a problem-solving mindset with the ability to think critically and work effectively in ambiguous engineering situations that require sound judgment beyond standard procedures.
Demonstrates excellent attention to detail, particularly in technical documentation, test planning, and report writing.
Communicates professionally with strong customer-service orientation, able to explain technical concepts clearly to internal teams and external clients.

Job Responsibility

Develop and execute EMC/EMI test plans for customer equipment, following established procedures while adapting methods to the specifics of each system under test.
Perform a wide range of EMC qualification tests in the lab (e.g., emissions, immunity, surge, ESD, RF susceptibility) using diverse test equipment and software, and document results accurately.
Draft and refine technical reports and related documentation with close attention to detail, ensuring clarity, accuracy, and consistency with applicable standards and customer requirements.
Support troubleshooting and problem resolution for systems that do not initially meet EMC criteria, working with internal teams and customers to identify root causes and recommend practical fixes.
Participate in on-site work at customer facilities or nuclear plants as needed, which may include emissions surveys, in-plant measurements, field troubleshooting, or on-site qualification testing.

What we offer

Health Coverage – Generous employer contributions toward comprehensive health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
Retirement – 401(k) with generous employer matching contributions
Paid Time Off – Four weeks annual vacation plus at least 10 paid holidays per year
Professional Development – AMS is committed to your growth as a technical specialist
mentorship by senior engineers and PhDs, access to professional conferences, and continuing education opportunities in nuclear engineering and advanced analysis
Career Growth – Annual salary reviews, raises, and advancement opportunities within a fast-paced, team-oriented, mission-driven organization

Fulltime

Senior Mechanical Engineer

The Mechanical Project Engineer will provide technical knowledge, guidance and s...

Location

United Kingdom , Nationwide

Salary:

Not provided

NSG Environmental Ltd

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Educated to degree level or equivalent in a technical discipline
Membership of appropriate technical/professional body
IOSH Managing Safely or formal H & S qualification - Relevant training will be provided if required
Understanding of the Project lifecycle and how projects are delivered within NSG
Basic understanding of the UK Nuclear Industry
Competent user of MS office
Ability to organise own work and effectively deliver under the guidance of a Project Manager
Ability to prepare and present reports, documentation and information in support of project delivery
Ability to interpret and evaluate technical data
Ability to communicate with a wide range of colleagues at all levels and with external stakeholders and contractors

Job Responsibility

Respond to client or colleague enquiries and take necessary actions to develop an effective engineering solution
Production of concept, scheme and detailed design documentation
Production of underpinning design calculations and analytical assessments
Production of engineering reports
Provision of relevant data, theory, formulae or standards to support design, manufacture, installation or equipment test
Self checking of all documentation prior to submitting for formal check and review
Liaise with internal and group company colleagues
Originate, prepare and deliver project documentation and engineering design deliverables
Provide technical oversight to sub-contract packages of work
Attend and contribute to engineering/project meetings

What we offer

Life Assurance 3x Salary
Private Healthcare package
Pension – Company contributes 5% Individual contributes 4%
Discretionary bonus
187.5 hours per year holiday allowance
Professional memberships covered
Training and development opportunities available

Fulltime

Nuclear Technical Engineer

Amentum

Location:
United Kingdom , Risley

Category:
IT - Administration

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

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Requirements:

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Job Posted:
January 13, 2026

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