Fuse
Nuclear Engineer
Albuquerque, New Mexico · On-site · Full-time · Posted Aug 19, 2026
- Education
- Master's or PhD in Nuclear Engineering, Physics, or a related field.
- Visa sponsorship
- To conform to U.S. Government technology export regulations, including ITAR, candidates must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. The role may require the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government security clearance.
About the job
Develops radiation diagnostics, transport simulations, shielding, and safety analysis for fusion facility operations and experiments.
What you'll do
- Implement, optimize, and validate neutron and gamma diagnostic systems; analyze radiation data for experimental campaigns and operational safety.
- Perform radiation-transport analysis and develop Monte Carlo simulations for particle transport, shielding, dose assessment, and detector performance.
- Design radiation shielding, maintain radiation test environments, and support radiation dispersion and environmental safety assessments.
What they ask for
- Master's or PhD in Nuclear Engineering, Physics, or a related field.
- Strong experience in Monte Carlo particle-transport simulations using MCNP, Geant4, FLUKA, or similar tools; hands-on neutron and gamma detection experience.
- Knowledge of radiation shielding, dose calculations, safety assessments, radiation metrology, and calibration techniques.
- Proficiency in data analysis and programming using Python, MATLAB, C++, or similar tools; familiarity with CNSC, NRC, and IAEA standards.
Nice to have
- Experience working in fusion/fission facilities or similar combined neutron-gamma radiation environments.
- Background in high-energy neutron/gamma transport and shielding; knowledge of advanced radiation-detection technologies.
Tools
MCNP, Geant4, FLUKA, Python, MATLAB, C++, CNSC, NRC
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