About Us
The Naval Nuclear Laboratory comprises the U.S. Department of Energy locations and personnel responsible for developing advanced naval nuclear propulsion technology, providing technical support to ensure the safety and reliability of our nation’s naval nuclear reactors, and training the Sailors who operate those reactors in the U.S. Navy’s submarines and aircraft carrier Fleets. The Naval Nuclear Laboratory includes the Bettis and Knolls Atomic Power Laboratories, the Kenneth A. Kesselring Site, and the Naval Reactors Facility which have proudly supported the nation since 1946. The Naval Nuclear Laboratory has nearly 8,000 employees working at primary locations in Pennsylvania, New York, South Carolina, and Idaho. The Naval Nuclear Laboratory also has an established presence at numerous shipyards and vendor locations around the globe. We are dedicated solely to the support of the United States Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program. The Naval Nuclear Laboratory is operated by Fluor Marine Propulsion, LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Fluor Corporation.
Job Description
Are you a nuclear engineering student that is passionate about advancing the safe and reliable use of nuclear energy Are you interested in a company that proudly supports the United States Navy and offers excellent benefits, growth potential, work/life balance options, and job stability If so, the Naval Nuclear Laboratory is seeking highly motivated and driven nuclear engineers for challenging positions in reactor design and operation.
Entry level positions are currently available for a nuclear engineer in one of several New Design units providing nuclear design and analysis support for the design, analysis, and deployment of current and future core designs. This work includes calculation of nuclear design products in support of various reactor performance analyses, balance of plant interface organizations, and the construction/manufacture of reactor cores. These organizations also drive the development of new tools and procedures through a close relationship with analysis and methods development groups in order to improve the accuracy and efficiency of the core design work.
Specific work areas include:
• Planning and executing (modeling, analyzing, and documenting) nuclear analyses (Monte Carlo, Diffusion Theory, and Deterministic Transport) and making engineering decisions for all aspects of assigned tasks,
• Developing state-of-the-art nuclear and thermal hydraulics models,
• Developing technical recommendations/reports often requiring interfacing with stakeholder organizations across multiple technical disciplines,
• Working with new codes and procedures to improve the state of the art in core design and analysis,
• Working on diverse assignments that support career growth.
As a national asset, NNL provides employees with excellent pay and benefits as well as excellent work/life balance and employment stability.
Required Combination of Knowledge and Skill
BS degree in engineering or Bachelor’s degree in a science related field from an accredited college or university required.
Preferred Skills
Able to work on individual assignments as well as being a member of a small team. Cumulative GPA of 3.2 and above on a 4.0 scale. Coursework in applied nuclear physics, reactor core design and analysis, as well as familiarity with programming and scripting, diffusion theory, deterministic transport, and/or Monte Carlo methods. Demonstrated leadership skills. Experience in writing technical reports and/or engineering evaluations. Previous co-op or intern experience. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Willing to be trained to learn new skills as needed.
Compensation and Benefits
Medical, Dental, & Vision Coverage
401(k) Savings Program
Capital Accumulation Plan
Personal & Medical Time Off
Paid Parental Leave
Disability, Life and Accident Insurance
9/80 Work Schedule
Flexible Start/End Times
Wellness Rewards Program
Flexible Spending Accounts
Tuition Assistance for Eligible Employees
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
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Pay Range
$64,500 – $96,700 frequency
Please note that the salary information shown is a general guideline only.
Salaries are based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability.
All candidates must be U.S. citizens. Applicants selected will be subject to a Federal background investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified matter. FMP is a government contractor and maintains a drug free workplace and workforce. All candidates must be able to pass a drug test in compliance with FMP company policy and 10 CFR 707. Federal regulation requires FMP test for marijuana. Fluor Marine Propulsion is an Equal Opportunity Employer (Veterans/Disabilities) Committed to Workplace Diversity