How to hire a nuclear engineering technician

How to hire a nuclear engineering technician, step by step

Here's a step-by-step nuclear engineering technician hiring guide:

• Step 1: Identify your hiring needs
• Step 2: Create an ideal candidate profile
• Step 3: Make a budget
• Step 4: Write a nuclear engineering technician job description
• Step 5: Post your job
• Step 6: Interview candidates
• Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new nuclear engineering technician
• Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   First, determine the employments status of the nuclear engineering technician you need to hire. Certain nuclear engineering technician roles might require a full-time employee, whereas others can be done by part-time workers or contractors.

   Determine employee vs contractor status

   Is the person you're thinking of hiring a US citizen or green card holder?

   Yes

   No

   A nuclear engineering technician's background is also an important factor in determining whether they'll be a good fit for the position. For example, nuclear engineering technicians from different industries or fields will have radically different experiences and will bring different viewpoints to the role. You also need to consider the candidate's previous level of experience to make sure they'll be comfortable with the job's level of seniority.

   Here's a comparison of nuclear engineering technician salaries for various roles:

   Type of Nuclear Engineering Technician	Description	Hourly rate
   Nuclear Engineering Technician		$15-41
   Technician	Technicians are skilled professionals who primarily work with technology in different industries. They are knowledgeable about the technical aspects of the various items they work with... Show more	$11-27
   Engineering Aide	An engineering aide is responsible for assisting the engineering operations by finalizing construction and manufacturing designs, inspecting tools and equipment, and assembling model components according to schematics and blueprints. Engineering aides manage setting-up procedures and conduct quality checks to the outputs, ensuring its efficiency and adherence to internal regulations and business requirements... Show more	$21-48

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2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • Test Procedures
   • Mechanical Systems
   • Nuclear Reactor
   • CAD
   • Nuclear Power

   Responsibilities:

   • Manage and distribute cad standards to contributing design consultants and assist with any design issues as necessary.
   • Assess contractor bid documents and prepare PowerPoint presentations for management by administering proposals to procurement in awarding work to eligible contractors.
   • Design, build, test, and troubleshot many imaging, multi-spectral imaging and imaging polarimeter systems.

3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in your nuclear engineering technician job description is one of the best ways to attract top talent. A nuclear engineering technician can vary based on:

   • Location. For example, nuclear engineering technicians' average salary in vermont is 42% less than in alaska.
   • Seniority. Entry-level nuclear engineering technicians 63% less than senior-level nuclear engineering technicians.
   • Certifications. A nuclear engineering technician with certifications usually earns a higher salary.
   • Company. Working for an established firm or a new start-up company can make a big difference in a nuclear engineering technician's salary.

   Average nuclear engineering technician salary

   $53,557yearly

   $25.75 hourly rate

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   Entry-level nuclear engineering technician salary

   $32,000 yearly salary

   Updated January 1, 2026

4. Writing a nuclear engineering technician job description

   A nuclear engineering technician job description should include a summary of the role, required skills, and a list of responsibilities. It's also good to include a salary range and the first name of the hiring manager. Below, you can find an example of a nuclear engineering technician job description:

   Nuclear engineering technician job description example

   • Assist in collection and organization of submarine non-reactor propulsion plant system and component health information for all four current classes of submarines.
   • Review and update various Unclassified Naval Nuclear Power Information (U-NNPI) databases and spreadsheets with system health and action items, running reports as required.
   • Obtain technical data and collect and review information from various Navy databases on reliability and maintenance data for use by NSWCPD engineers
   • Assist with the processing and dissemination of Naval Messages.
   • Assist NSWCPD with issuing Fleet-messages, In-Service Engineering Agent (ISEA) Advisories, and technical notices to the Fleet and other agencies to disseminate vital information.
   • Assist with the processing and dissemination of Casualty Reports (CASREPs), Liaison Action Requests (LARs), Departures from Spec (DFS) Reviews, and for NSWCPD Code 24 review.
   • Assist NSWCPD with the development and/or modification of NSWCPD Standard Operating Processes (SOP).
   • Assist NSWCPD with the development and/or modification, documentation, and future revision of NSWCPD processes, including development of process maps.

   Position Requirements:

   • US Citizen.
   • Active Secret clearance.
   • High School Diploma or equivalent.
     • College degree preferred.
   • Prior Navy nuclear submarine experience.

   Position located in Philadelphia, PA.

   VEVRAA Federal Contractor

   Three Saints Bay, LLC and its subsidiaries offer a diverse, team-oriented working environment and the opportunity to work with exceptional dedicated industry professionals. We offer our employees a comprehensive benefits package and the opportunity to take part in exciting projects with government and commercial clients, both domestic and international.

   We are an EEO/AA employer. We invite resumes from all interested parties without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.

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5. Post your job

   To find nuclear engineering technicians for your business, try out a few different recruiting strategies:

   • Consider internal talent. One of the most important talent pools for any company is its current employees.
   • Ask for referrals. Reach out to friends, family members, and your current work to ask if they know any nuclear engineering technicians they would recommend.
   • Recruit at local colleges. Attend job fairs at local colleges to recruit entry-level nuclear engineering technicians with the right educational background.
   • Social media platforms. LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter have more than 3.5 billion users, and they're a great place for company branding and reaching potential job candidates.

   Post your job online:

   • Post your nuclear engineering technician job on Zippia to find and recruit nuclear engineering technician candidates who meet your exact specifications.
   • Use field-specific websites.
   • Post a job on free websites.

6. Interview candidates

   During your first interview to recruit nuclear engineering technicians, engage with candidates to learn about their interest in the role and experience in the field. During the following interview, you'll be able to go into more detail about the company, the position, and the responsibilities.

   It's also good to ask about candidates' unique skills and talents. You can move on to the technical interview if a candidate is good enough for the next step.

   The right interview questions can help you assess a candidate's hard skills, behavioral intelligence, and soft skills.

7. Send a job offer and onboard your new nuclear engineering technician

   Once you've found the nuclear engineering technician candidate you'd like to hire, it's time to write an offer letter. This should include an explicit job offer that includes the salary and the details of any other perks. Qualified candidates might be looking at multiple positions, so your offer must be competitive if you like the candidate. Also, be prepared for a negotiation stage, as candidates may way want to tweak the details of your initial offer. Once you've settled on these details, you can draft a contract to formalize your agreement.

   It's also important to follow up with applicants who do not get the job with an email letting them know that the position is filled.

   After that, you can create an onboarding schedule for a new nuclear engineering technician. Human Resources and the hiring manager should complete Employee Action Forms. Human Resources should also ensure that onboarding paperwork is completed, including I-9s, benefits enrollment, federal and state tax forms, etc., and that new employee files are created.

8. Go through the hiring process checklist

   • Determine employee type (full-time, part-time, contractor, etc.)
   • Submit a job requisition form to the HR department
   • Define job responsibilities and requirements
   • Establish budget and timeline
   • Determine hiring decision makers for the role
   • Write job description
   • Post job on job boards, company website, etc.
   • Promote the job internally
   • Process applications through applicant tracking system
   • Review resumes and cover letters
   • Shortlist candidates for screening
   • Hold phone/virtual interview screening with first round of candidates
   • Conduct in-person interviews with top candidates from first round
   • Score candidates based on weighted criteria (e.g., experience, education, background, cultural fit, skill set, etc.)
   • Conduct background checks on top candidates
   • Check references of top candidates
   • Consult with HR and hiring decision makers on job offer specifics
   • Extend offer to top candidate(s)
   • Receive formal job offer acceptance and signed employment contract
   • Inform other candidates that the position has been filled
   • Set and communicate onboarding schedule to new hire(s)
   • Complete new hire paperwork (i9, benefits enrollment, tax forms, etc.)

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