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Senior Shift Refueling Engineer

Company:
Naval Nuclear Laboratory
Location:
Idaho Falls, ID, 83401
Posted:
March 09, 2026
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Job Description

Join our team as a Shift Refueling Engineer! This position will directly support Navy operations through the processing of spent nuclear fuel in an industrial environment. Once qualified, work will include leading a team of trades personnel (e.g., crane operators and riggers, quality inspectors, technicians) to meet goals and objectives in support of our mission.

Essential duties and attributes include:

Pays great attention to detail

Highly competent in both written and verbal communication with others

Able to successfully lead a work team

Problem solver

Successfully handles stressful situations

Values requirements and ensures others follow them

Able to accurately and honestly self-assess performance

This position requires 10-12 months of intense classroom, self-study and work group supervisor training and includes a comprehensive written, watch standing and oral examination to qualify as a Refueling Operations Engineer.

This is a high-visibility position with great responsibility and visibility with senior management.

Required Combination of Knowledge and Skill

Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university in a related technical, engineering or science field and a minimum of 6 years of relevant experience; or

Masters degree from an accredited college or university in a related technical, engineering or science field and a minimum of 4 years of relevant experience; or

Doctorate degree from an accredited college or university in a related technical, engineering or science field and a minimum of 1 year of relevant experience; or

Currently a Senior Reactor Training Engineer, Refueling Engineer, or Field (RPCO) Engineer at the Company.

Preferred Skills

Mechanical, Electrical or Nuclear Engineering degree

Minimum 3.2 GPA on a 4.0 GPA scale

Hands on work experience in a leadership role

Previous refueling engineering or Engineer officer of the watch (EOOW) experience

Naval Nuclear Shipyard or previous military experience

Compensation and Benefits

Health, Dental, Vision & Voluntary Benefits

Disability, Life & Accident Insurance

401(k) Savings program & Capital Accumulation Plan

Personal & Medical Time Off

Paid Parental Leave

Flexible Work Schedules

Tuition Assistance for Eligible Employees

Student Debt Benefit Personal Time Off Sell Program

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Wellness Program

Visit us online to view all NNL benefits!

Pay Range

$94,800.00 - $148,200.00 annually

Salary information provided is a general guideline only. Annual salary is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

The Naval Nuclear Laboratory is operated for the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) by Fluor Marine Propulsion, LLC (FMP), a wholly owned subsidiary of Fluor Corporation. Naval Nuclear Laboratory personnel are FMP employees who work at four DOE facilities: Bettis Atomic Power Laboratory, Knolls Atomic Power Laboratory, Kenneth A. Kesselring Site, and Naval Reactors Facility, and at the U.S. Department of Defense-owned Nuclear Power Training Unit-Charleston. FMP employees also have an established presence at numerous shipyards and vendor locations. For nearly 70 years, the Naval Nuclear Laboratory has developed advanced nuclear propulsion technology, provided technical support, and trained world-class nuclear operators to ensure the safe and reliable operation of our nation's submarine and aircraft carrier Fleets. The Naval Nuclear Laboratory is a national asset solely dedicated to the Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program. We rely on the dedication and innovation of our nearly 8000 engineers, scientists, technicians, and support personnel.

All candidates must be U.S. citizens. Applicants selected will be subject to a Federal background investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified matter. FMP is a government contractor and maintains a drug free workplace and workforce. All candidates must be able to pass a drug test in compliance with FMP company policy and 10 CFR 707. Marijuana is a Federal Schedule I controlled substance and illegal under Federal Law. Therefore, FMP is required to test for marijuana.

Fluor Marine Propulsion, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vets. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, sex, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other criteria protected by federal, state, or local law.

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