Join Radiant as a Nuclear Engineer intern to assist in the design and analysis of portable nuclear microreactors.
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Skills & Technologies
What you'll build
- Assist with nuclear design and analysis tasks
- Support coupled neutronics and thermal calculations
- Document methods, results, and findings
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams
- Perform criticality safety analysis
Must have
- BS or MS in Mechanical Engineering, Nuclear Engineering, or a related discipline
- Graduating in December 2026 or Spring 2027
- Strong academic foundation in nuclear engineering principles
- Proficiency in at least one programming language
Nice to have
- Hands-on experience in nuclear system design or analysis
- Familiarity with nuclear simulation codes
- Prior software development experience
- Strong communication skills
- Enthusiasm for Radiant’s mission
Requirements
- Education
- Bachelor's degree
Not disclosed in this posting: compensation, years of experience, work arrangement, visa sponsorship.
Benefits
Joblaze summary
The Nuclear Engineer role at Radiant involves assisting with various nuclear design and analysis tasks, including thermal and fuel-related studies, while collaborating with cross-functional teams. Candidates should have a strong foundation in nuclear engineering principles and proficiency in programming languages like Python or C++. This position is ideal for new graduates with a background in mechanical or nuclear engineering, particularly those who have hands-on experience in nuclear system design. Radiant, a startup focused on portable nuclear microreactors, emphasizes a collaborative environment and innovative approaches to energy solutions.
Joblaze insights
Quick facts
- What's the tech stack?
- Joblaze extracted these technologies from the posting: BISON, C++, CFD, GRIFFIN, MCNP, MOOSE.
- What seniority level is this role?
- Radiant targets intern candidates for this position.
- Is this full-time or contract?
- Internship for this 2027 New Graduate - Nuclear Engineer role at Radiant.
From the original posting
Radiant is seeking a highly motivated Nuclear Engineer to join the team.
Responsibilities:
Assist with nuclear design and analysis tasks, including shielding, neutronics, thermal, and fuel-related studies.
Support coupled neutronics and thermal calculations to refine system performance models.
Document methods, results, and findings in clear technical reports and presentations.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams and provide technical input as projects evolve.
Support the development of lower order shielding analysis models to develop rapid shielding design solutions.
Support the development of uncertainty propagation methodology and its execution on the Kaleidos Demonstration Unit
Perform criticality safety analysis for the Production Plant of Kaleidos reactors
Present a final project review at the end of internship to engineers and leadership
Qualifications:
BS or MS in Mechanical Engineering, Nuclear Engineering, or a related discipline.
Graduating in December 2026 or Spring 2027.
Strong academic foundation in nuclear engineering principles (e.g., reactor physics, thermal-hydraulics, radiation shielding).
Proficiency in at least one programming language (Python, C++, C#, or similar).
Desired Qualifications:
Hands-on experience through coursework, research, projects, or labs in nuclear system design or analysis.
Familiarity with nuclear simulation codes (e.g., OpenMC, Serpent, MCNP, MOOSE, BISON, RELAP, CFD, Pronghorn, GRIFFIN).
Prior software development experience or exposure to version control, testing, or documentation practices.
Strong communication skills and ability to work in a collaborative team environment.
Enthusiasm for Radiant’s mission to rapidly deploy nuclear microreactors to provide clean energy in remote locations.
Benefits and Perks
Stock: Substantial incentive stock plan for all full-time employees.
Daily catered lunch. Free snacks and drinks.
Flexible PTO policy. Remote workday allocation.
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