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Nuclear Engineers

Nuclear engineers design and operate nuclear power plants. They also conduct research on nuclear energy.

Some nuclear engineers direct the operation and maintenance of nuclear power plants. Others design and develop equipment and systems that use or dispose of nuclear material.

Quick Facts

Wages:  Well above the median   $43.18 / hour

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Employment Outlook:   Percent Growth   7.2%


Education and Training Needed:
Bachelor's degree

Skills Needed:

Listening,  Thinking Critically,  Controlling Quality 

Job Title Examples:

Criticality Safety Engineer,  Generation Engineer,  Nuclear Process Engineer