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.
Location Wallops Island, Virginia Category Engineering, Technology, & Science Job Type Full time Job Id
R2120584
Posted Date 03/31/2026 JOB
DESCRIPTION
Title:
Pressure Vessel Systems (PVS) Engineer (Eng II)
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with KBR. Around here, we define the future. We are a company of innovators, thinkers, creators, explorers, volunteers, and dreamers. But we all share one goal: to improve the world responsibly and safely. KBR is looking for a Junior Pressure Systems Engineer, who under direct supervision reviews, conducts, and evaluates pressure system engineering safety analyses and risk assessments; reviews submittals, design criteria, drawings, and documentation procedures for impacts and compliance with government standards and requirements and provides safety assessments for NASA's Wallops Flight Facility.
Responsibilities:
Assists in performing safety/risk analyses and studies pertaining to pressure systems; determines safety requirements applicable to system design; conducts basic analyses identifying primary risk factors and hazard sources; identifies undesired effects which may occur during a system's life cycle. Recommends abatement or mitigation actions to prevent hazards from resulting in accidents. Assists in preparing systems analyses in accordance with Government codes and standards. May attend design reviews and technical interchange meetings to provide safety assessments and technical support.
Required Education & Experience:
BS in Engineering (i.e., mechanical or fluids) 4 or more years of pressure vessel and/or lifting device and equipment engineering experience
Preferred Education:
MS in
Engineering Preferred Skills :
Interpersonal relationship building and customer interfacing skills are desired. KBR Benefits KBR offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which could include 401K plan with company match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, flexible spending account, disability, paid time off, or flexible work schedule. We support career advancement through professional training and development.
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KBR Benefits #LI-EM2 Belong, Connect and Grow at KBR At KBR, we are passionate about our people and our Zero Harm culture. These inform all that we do and are at the heart of our commitment to, and ongoing journey toward being a People First company. That commitment is central to our team of team's philosophy and fosters an environment where everyone can Belong, Connect and Grow. We Deliver - Together. KBR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
