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Updated: 21 May 2013
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Nuclear Engineer 2013 Total Pay (?
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$56,003 - $128,866
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Salary$56,031 - $123,390  
   
Bonus$0.00 - $15,109  
Profit Sharing$550 - $9,000  
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$56,003 - $128,866  
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Country: United States | Currency: USD | Updated: 21 May 2013 | Individuals Reporting: 429

Nuclear Engineer Tasks

  • Performs experiments to provide information on material usage and waste disposal.
  • May monitor nuclear facilities to identify operation practices to ensure safety regulations are being followed.
  • Studies release, control and utilization of nuclear energy including accidents.
  • Designs and develops equipment, instruments, and control mechanisms.
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Companies and Industries for Nuclear Engineer Salaries

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Salary Range

Popular Industries

Salary Range

Energy or Utilities$63,536 - $113,854
Engineering Services$59,706 - $107,958
Military or Armed Forces$60,212 - $112,838
Electric Power Distribution$61,566 - $110,430
Nuclear Power Generation$68,139 - $122,147

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Key Statistics for Nuclear Engineer Salaries and Jobs

Female
10%
female alumni
 
Male
90%
male alumni
Salary:$62,317 - $96,725 $64,239 - $97,900
Years of Experience
Less than 1 year
12%
1-4 years
39%
5-9 years
19%
10-19 years
10%
20 years or more
21%
Most Common Health Benefits
medical benefits Medical: 92% dental benefits Dental: 81%
vision benefits Vision: 71% employee benefits None: 6%

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