Refueling & Remote Handling Engineer Contract (REMOTE)
Location: Fully Remote (U.S.) with travel to client offices as needed.
Industry: Nuclear / Advanced Reactors / SMR
Engagement: Contract / Staff Augmentation (anticipated through 2026, with potential extension into 2027)
Citizenship: Must be a U.S. Citizen
Work Authorization: Eligible under DOE 10 CFR Part 810
Why This Role Will Excite the Right Engineer
This is a long-term contract opportunity to work at the forefront of advanced nuclear innovation, designing remote, robotic, and automated systems that directly support reactor refueling and servicing operations for advanced and Small Modular Reactor (SMR) technologies.

You’ll serve as a technical leader and subject matter expert, shaping how refueling, inspection, and reactor module handling are performed safely, efficiently, and reliably—while maintaining the flexibility of a fully remote engagement.

This role is ideal for engineers who thrive in complex mechanical systems, enjoy high ownership, cross-functional collaboration, and mentoring, and want their technical expertise to have a direct impact on nuclear safety, reliability, and energy security.
What We’re Looking For (Must-Haves) Education
B.S. in Mechanical, Electrical, or Nuclear Engineering (required)

Advanced engineering degree (preferred)

PE License (Mechanical, Electrical, or Nuclear) is desirable

Experience
8+ years of directly relevant professional engineering experience

Demonstrated experience implementing engineering design processes for mechanical handling equipment and systems

Strong background in planning, preparing, checking, and reviewing mechanical design documentation

Prior experience working in a nuclear operating or nuclear engineering environment is required.
 
Regulatory Eligibility
Must be eligible to work under DOE 10 CFR Part 810
What You’ll Be Responsible For
As part of the Refueling & Remote Handling (RRH) Group, you will lead and influence the design of systems supporting reactor module handling, refueling, inspection, and remote servicing.

Key responsibilities include:

Lead the development of solutions to complex engineering challenges requiring creativity and innovation

Provide systems engineering input for reactor servicing tools, inspection equipment, and control systems

Prepare, review, and approve engineering reports, drawings, calculations, specifications, and other design documentation

Design and support mechanical handling equipment, robotic tools, automated systems, and remote inspection equipment

Collaborate with NSSS Component Design, Systems Engineering, and Operations teams to ensure effective tool-to-reactor interfaces

Develop handling plans and work sequences integrated into tooling and equipment designs

Lead the development and maintenance of engineering standards and technical criteria

Support procurement, fabrication, testing activities, and vendor coordination

Act as a technical SME within the RRH group and broader Plant Engineering organization

Mentor and guide junior engineers in best practices, engineering standards, and problem-solving approaches

Independently manage workload, schedules, and technical deliverables
Travel & Physical Requirements
Ability to travel nationally as required

Standard office and engineering environment requirements

Reasonable accommodations available




JSG offers medical, dental, vision, life insurance options, short-term disability, 401(k), weekly pay, and more. Johnson Service Group (JSG) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. JSG provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, marital status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.






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