Senior Nuclear Engineer in Austin, Texas at Last Energy
Job Function: Engineering
Last Energy
Austin, Texas, 78701, United States
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Job Description
Senior Nuclear Engineer
Last Energy is a fast-growing technology company redefining how nuclear power is designed, manufactured, and deployed. We are building a new generation of modular, distributed nuclear plants engineered for speed, scalability, and real-world impact.
We are seeking a Senior Nuclear Engineer to join our core engineering team and drive the analytical rigor behind our microreactor design. This role will act as both a technical leader and independent thinker, directly influencing design decisions that shape the future of energy.
Key Duties & Responsibilities- Lead and perform complex thermal-hydraulic and neutronics calculations
- Independently verify and approve engineering calculations and safety analyses prepared by peers and junior engineers
- Provide expert-level review of design basis documents, licensing submittals, and technical evaluations
- Mentor and guide junior engineers in analytical methods and modeling techniques
- Develop and maintain detailed models for reactor systems and accident scenarios
- Participate in peer reviews and regulatory interactions as a technical authority
- Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives by identifying gaps and proposing innovative solutions
- Adapt quickly to evolving project needs, regulatory changes, and emergent technical challenges
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Nuclear Engineering or a closely related discipline
- 8+ years of experience in nuclear systems analysis, safety analysis, or reactor physics
- Proficiency with at least two of the following codes: TRACE, MELCOR, MCNP, VERA, SCALE, SERPENT
- Demonstrated experience performing and reviewing complex engineering calculations
- Strong technical writing and communication skills, with the ability to present to both technical and non-technical audiences
- Department of Energy regulatory experience is preferred
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Austin, Texas, 78701, United States
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