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A Nuclear Safety Engineer oversees operations and maintains the safety of nuclear power systems, including nuclear power plants, ships or other plants that use nuclear technology. Develops and documents nuclear safety procedures. Reviews nuclear plant construction design and maintenance. Oversees handling of nuclear waste and monitors compliance with safety regulations.
$136,283 / year median in the U.S.
+9% projected growth
Job Description
at Actalent in Naperville, Illinois, United States Job Description Piping Engineer 100% Remote | Work from Anywhere in the U.S. Are you a Piping Engineer looking to apply your technical expertise to some of the most complex and impactful projects in the energy industry? Join a highly respected engineering organization supporting nuclear power plant upgrades, modifications, and modernization projects across the United States. This is an opportunity to work alongside industry experts on high-visibility projects while developing solutions that enhance the safety, reliability, and performance of critical infrastructure. Whether you're already supporting nuclear facilities or come from a heavy industrial, power generation, or piping stress analysis background, this role offers the chance to work on technically challenging projects from anywhere in the country. What You'll Do + Perform piping design and stress analysis for nuclear and industrial facilities + Develop and review engineering calculations and technical reports + Conduct piping code qualification analyses to ASME B31.1 and ASME Section III requirements + Analyze thermal, seismic, vibration, and dynamic loading conditions using tools such as AutoPIPE and ME101 + Develop specifications for piping, valves, supports, hangers, and related components + Support plant modifications, upgrades, and design change projects + Perform field walkdowns and verify as-built conditions when required + Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams to deliver safe, compliant, and innovative solutions What We're Looking For + Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical, Civil, or Structural Engineering + 3+ years of engineering experience in power generation, industrial facilities, nuclear, or related industries + Experience with piping design, stress analysis, and applicable ASME codes + Proficiency with AutoPIPE, ME101, or similar analysis software + Familiarity with ASME B31.1 and ASME Section III standards + Strong communication and technical documentation skills + Nuclear experience is highly preferred, but candidates with strong industrial or power generation backgrounds are encouraged to apply Preferred Qualifications + PE License (or ability to obtain one) + Experience with ANSYS , GTStrudl, Plant 3D, or other advanced analysis tools + Prior nuclear power plant or utility experience + Experience supporting design changes, plant modifications, and system upgrades Why Join? 100% Remote Work Anywhere in the U.S. Half-Day Fridays Company-Wide Work on High-I To view full details and how to apply, please login or create a Job Seeker account