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nuclear engineer

Nuclear engineers plan and design engineering equipment and processes in nuclear plants and sites.

Description

Nuclear engineers plan and design engineering equipment and processes in nuclear plants and sites. They engage in engineering activities pertaining to nuclear power plants, and develop risk solutions.

Theoretical Knowledge

ESSENTIALTheoretical knowledge required

nuclear reprocessing technical drawings mining, construction and civil engineering machinery products nuclear energy civil engineering electric generators radiation protection engineering principles nuclear physics contamination exposure regulations mechanical engineering metrology mechanics engineering processes thermodynamics safety engineering nuclear legislation radioactive contamination

OPTIONALAdjacent knowledge that strengthens fit

electricity consumption electrical power safety regulations automation technology

Practical Skills

ESSENTIALApplied skills & competences

use technical drawing software calculate exposure to radiation perform risk analysis follow nuclear plant safety precautions develop radiation protection strategies calibrate precision instrument ensure compliance with safety legislation approve engineering design design strategies for nuclear emergencies monitor nuclear power plant systems ensure compliance with environmental legislation perform scientific research ensure compliance with radiation protection regulations adjust engineering designs

OPTIONALOptional competences

respond to nuclear emergencies wear appropriate protective gear design automation components ensure equipment cooling monitor radiation levels design power plant systems develop strategies for electricity contingencies maintain nuclear reactors test safety strategies resolve equipment malfunctions

Data Source: Unified Global Standards (ISCED, ISCO, O*NET, ESCO)