Nuclear Engineer | $90/hr Remote
The role involves defining evaluation standards for nuclear safety and developing frameworks for handling sensitive information. It also includes collaborating with stakeholders to ensure safety standards align with national and global security interests.
- Remote
- Canada
- Posted Jul 8, 2026
- 1 position
Job summary
Position: Nuclear & Radiological Security Expert Type: Contract Compensation: $50 - $90/hour Location: Remote Commitment: 10-40 hrs/week Role Responsibilities Define evaluation scope and standards for nuclear and radiological safety, nonproliferation, and security. Develop frameworks for safe abstraction of sensitive or classified information in technical contexts. Establish robust escalation thresholds and protocols for handling nuclear security risks. Contribute expert guidance on benchmarking nuclear and radiological risk assessments. Review, refine, and validate technical guidelines for nuclear/radiological safety. Collaborate with multidisciplinary stakeholders to ensure safety standards protect national and global security interests. Requirements Have strong relevant experience in nuclear physics, radiological safety, nonproliferation, or nuclear safeguards. Advanced degree, professional certification, or equivalent operational experience in nuclear or radiological domains. Proven background with government agencies, national laboratories, regulatory bodies, or academic research in nuclear security or policy. Thorough understanding of nonproliferation frameworks, international safeguards, and weapons-relevant controls. Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate complex technical topics for diverse audiences. Application Process Easy Apply on LinkedIn Check email for next steps Participate in resume evaluation & interview stage
What you’ll do
The role involves defining evaluation standards for nuclear safety and developing frameworks for handling sensitive information. It also includes collaborating with stakeholders to ensure safety standards align with national and global security interests.
Requirements
Candidates must have strong experience in nuclear-related fields and an advanced degree or equivalent experience. A thorough understanding of nonproliferation frameworks and exceptional communication skills are also required.
Other relevant skills
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- Nuclear Physics
- Radiological Safety
- Nonproliferation
- Nuclear Safeguards
- Risk Assessment
- Technical Guidelines
- Communication Skills
- Collaboration
Job areas
- Engineering
- Science & Research
- Security & Safety
- Government & Public Sector
- Manufacturing
Additional details
- Minimum education
- Professional degree
- Minimum experience
- 10+ years
- Posting language
- English
- Working hours
- 40 hours per week
- Seniority
- Associate
- Application method
- Direct apply is available
