How to hire a radiological engineer

How to hire a radiological engineer, step by step

Here's a step-by-step radiological engineer hiring guide:

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

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   Before you post your radiological engineer job, you should take the time to determine what type of worker your business needs. While certain jobs definitely require a full-time employee, it's sometimes better to find a radiological engineer for hire on a part-time basis or as a contractor.

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   You should also consider the ideal background you'd like them a radiological engineer to have before you start to hire. For example, what industry or field would you like them to have experience in, what level of seniority or education does the job require, and how much it'll cost to hire a radiological engineer that fits the bill.

   This list shows salaries for various types of radiological engineers.

   Type of Radiological Engineer	Description	Hourly rate
   Radiological Engineer	Nuclear engineers research and develop the processes, instruments, and systems used to derive benefits from nuclear energy and radiation. Many of these engineers find industrial and medical uses for radioactive materials—for example, in equipment used in medical diagnosis and treatment.	$21-46
   Nuclear Engineer	A nuclear engineer directs the operation and maintenance of operational nuclear power plants. Nuclear engineers make sure that the power plants are efficient and in conformity with the safety standards... Show more	$32-70
   Engineer	Engineers are highly trained professionals who determine the feasibility of various projects, usually related to the construction industry. They are considered experts in mathematics and science, two disciplines that they need to use in designing and coming up with plans for projects... Show more	$31-62

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2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • MRI
   • ALARA
   • Ultrasound
   • Demolition
   • Cath Lab
   • Health Physics
   • Pacs
   • DOE
   • Equipment Repair
   • CFR
   • Waste Management
   • Radiation Exposure
   • Radiographic Procedures
   • Calculation

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   Responsibilities:

   • Manage the implementation of technology for better communicating and displaying radiological data used during emergency response.
   • Review survey data and prepare for release records and final presentation to NRC.
   • Develop and coordinate the implementation of a formal training program for professional, supervisory, and technical personnel regarding NRC regulations.
   • Operate and troubleshoot vacuum deposition machinery used in the development of anodes vital to the design of novel lithium-sulfur battery technology.
   • Perform internal and INPO assessments.

3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in your radiological engineer job description is a great way to entice the best and brightest candidates. A radiological engineer salary can vary based on several factors:

   • Location. For example, radiological engineers' average salary in wyoming is 39% less than in district of columbia.
   • Seniority. Entry-level radiological engineers earn 54% less than senior-level radiological engineers.
   • Certifications. A radiological engineer with a few certifications under their belt will likely demand a higher salary.
   • Company. Working for a prestigious company or an exciting start-up can make a huge difference in a radiological engineer's salary.

   Average radiological engineer salary

   $66,894yearly

   $32.16 hourly rate

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   Entry-level radiological engineer salary

   $45,000 yearly salary

   Updated December 19, 2025

4. Writing a radiological engineer job description

   A radiological engineer 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 radiological engineer job description:

   Radiological engineer job description example

   Commonwealth Fusion Systems (CFS) has the fastest, lowest cost path to commercial fusion energy.
   
   CFS is collaborating with MIT to leverage decades of research combined with new groundbreaking high-temperature superconducting (HTS) magnet technology. HTS magnets will enable compact fusion power plants that can be constructed faster and at lower cost. The mission is to deploy fusion power plants to meet global decarbonization goals as fast as possible. CFS has assembled a team of leaders in tough tech, fusion science, and manufacturing with a track record of rapid execution. Supported by the world's leading investors, CFS is uniquely positioned to deliver limitless, clean, fusion power to combat climate change. To execute this plan, we are looking to add talented people to the team who are mission-driven and treat people well, improve our team by adding diverse perspectives and new ways of solving problems, have demonstrated exceptional results through a range of different pursuits, and have skill sets and experience that relate to this role.
   
   Generating net energy plasmas in the SPARC tokamak will involve a skilled team of physicists and engineers designing, building, and operating the tokamak and its many systems. The Nuclear & Radiological Engineer (NRad Engineer) tracks, studies, and engineers the cascade of high energy neutrons, photons, and charged particles generated from DD and DT fusion. NRad Engineers work with multiple engineering disciplines and get to know every part of the SPARC tokamak.
   
   The NRad Engineer is responsible for the delivery of radiation transport analyses to support the design, construction, and licensing of the SPARC fusion device. Discovery of issues and energetic pursuit of solutions is expected from each team member.
   
   For this position, we are open to remote work with monthly travel to Devens, MA.
   This team member will:Develop analytical solutions for a range of technical challenges to support all SPARC systems related to the nuclear engineering technical areas including radiation transport, shielding design, nuclear heating, and far-field dose calculations.Perform analysis related to neutronics modeling, radiological engineering, design, and operational health physics.Be accountable for the quality and accuracy of the previously mentioned work, reports, and presentations.Provide prompt feedback when a task encounters issues that preclude its timely completion.Comply with CFS design control processes, including but not limited to: Documenting analyses in written files; Arranging for check and review of analysis files through submission to M-Files; Upholding high standards of good-faith collaboration and teamwork
   The ideal candidate will have most, if not all, of these requirements:Education requirements: Master's degree in Nuclear Engineering or a bachelor's degree in Nuclear Engineering plus 2 years of work experience in the field of nuclear engineering, preferably with diverse applications related to radiation transport. (This includes performing calculations that include shielding analyses, dosimetry, nuclear heating etc.); A PhD is beneficial but not required Must be able to obtain RSICC License for MCNPExperience with both deterministic and Monte Carlo methods of neutron/photon transport Strong analytical skills with fundamental understanding of the first principles of transport methods and nuclear data Experience with the following: Python, FORTRAN, C++, LinuxExperience with common nuclear engineering software, such as MCNP, OpenMC, FISPACT, ATTILA, SCALE, ORIGEN, etc.Knowledge of various nuclear codes and standards Strong interpersonal and technical communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community as well as foster a cooperative work environment
   Additional preferred experience and/or qualifications:Ability to do activities such as typing or sitting for extended periods of time Willingness to travel or work required nights/weekends/on-call occasionally when asked
   CFS team members thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and have demonstrated exceptional results through a range of different pursuits. We all tightly align with our company values of integrity, execution, impact and self-critique. As we grow, we are looking to add talented people who are mission driven and bring diverse perspectives and new ways of solving problems.
   
   At CFS, we deeply value diversity and are an equal opportunity employer by choice. We consider all qualified applicants equally for employment. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, protected veteran status, religion, physical or mental disability, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.

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5. Post your job

   There are various strategies that you can use to find the right radiological engineer for your business:

   • Consider promoting from within or recruiting from your existing workforce.
   • Ask for referrals from friends, family members, and current employees.
   • Attend job fairs at local colleges to find candidates who meet your education requirements.
   • Use social media platforms like LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter to reach potential job candidates.

   Post your job online:

   • Post your radiological engineer job on Zippia to find and recruit radiological engineer 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 radiological engineers, 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 radiological engineer

   Once you have selected a candidate for the radiological engineer position, it is time to create an offer letter. In addition to salary, the offer letter should include details about benefits and perks that are available to the employee. Ensuring your offer is competitive is vital, as qualified candidates may be considering other job opportunities. The candidate may wish to negotiate the terms of the offer, and it is important to be open to discussion and reach a mutually beneficial agreement. After the offer has been accepted, it is a good idea to formalize the agreement with a contract.

   It's also good etiquette to follow up with applicants who don't get the job by sending them an email letting them know that the position has been filled.

   Once that's done, you can draft an onboarding schedule for the new radiological engineer. Human Resources should complete Employee Action Forms and ensure that onboarding paperwork is completed, including I-9s, benefits enrollment, federal and state tax forms, etc. They should also ensure that new employee files are created for internal recordkeeping.

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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