Nuclear Engineer 1

Company: Huntington Ingalls Industries
Location: Newport News
Posted on: March 9, 2023

Job Description:

Press Tab to Move to Skip to Content Link Search by Keyword (use Keyword for Remote Positions) Requisition Number: -13518 -Required Travel: 0 - 10%Employment Type: -Full Time/Salaried/ExemptSecurity Clearance: -Ability to Obtain -Level of Experience: -College - HII Who We AreHII Mission Technologies is currently seeking a Nuclear Engineer 1 for our HII Nuclear, Maritime Operations Team at Newport News Shipbuilding in Newport News, VA. This is an excellent opportunity for graduating college seniors interested in an entry level Engineer position. The selected student must be in good academic standing, and pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Engineering. -
Our Nuclear Engineers are responsible for engineering and technical support for the construction, overhaul, testing and operations of propulsion and reactor plant components.
As part of the HII Nuclear Maritime Operations group, our engineers have access to a rare and unique professional development program that is intended to prepare our employees for life long success with our HII affiliates supporting different Department of Energy sites and contracts around the country.What You Will DoDesigns, develops, and tests nuclear equipment and systems. Conducts research on new materials of special interest in nuclear reactors. Conducts studies related to the detection and control of radiation and radioactive contaminants. Studies nuclear fuel cycle to define most economical uses of material and safest means of waste products disposal. Other areas of research include radiation transport modeling, statistical analyses and performance metrics. Recommends various technology options or approaches for system, processes, facility or program improvements in terms of safety, performance, efficiency or costs.What You Must HaveCandidate must be a recent graduate with a Bachelor's of Science degree in Engineering or graduating college senior who is in good academic standing and pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Engineering. Bachelor's of Science Degree in Engineering from an ABET accredited program is required prior to starting employment.
Candidate will also be required to provide a copy of their transcript confirming successful completion of Bachelor's degree prior to start.
Candidate must have experience utilizing industry-current Engineering design and analytical or modeling software.
Candidate must be able to obtain and maintain a confidential security clearance.
Candidate must be a U.S. citizen.Bonus Points For... Completion of an internship.
Knowledge of nuclear and radiation safety principles is highly desired. Physical Requirements May require working in an office, industrial, shipboard, or laboratory environment. Capable of climbing ladders and tolerating confined spaces and extreme temperature variances. This opportunity resides with Nuclear & Environmental Services, a business group within HII's Mission Technologies division. -Nuclear & Environmental Services supports the national security mission of the Department of Energy (DOE) through the management and operation of its sites, as well as the safe cleanup of legacy waste across the country. We meet our clients' toughest nuclear and environmental challenges, and are postured to serve the growing commercial nuclear power plant decommissioning market.HII is a global engineering and defense technologies provider. With a 135-year history of trusted partnerships in advancing U.S. national security, HII delivers critical capabilities ranging from the most powerful and survivable naval ships ever built, to unmanned systems, ISR and AI/ML analytics. HII leads the industry in mission-driven solutions that support and enable a networked, all-domain force. Headquartered in Virginia, HII's skilled workforce is 44,000 strong. For more information, please visit: hii.com .HII is an Equal Opportunity/Vets and Disabled Employer. U.S. Citizenship may be required for certain positions.

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