About the job:
What you do
As a Nuclear Engineer, you research and develop the processes, instruments, and systems used to derive benefits from nuclear energy and radiation.
Many engineers find industrial and medical uses for radioactive materials—for example, in equipment used in medical diagnosis and treatment. Many others specialize in the development of nuclear power sources for ships or spacecraft.
The tough stuff
Some of the disadvantages of being a Nuclear Engineer include:
- If you don't like Math, this is probably not the job for you
- You will be exposed to Radiation since you are working with nuclear materials
- Overtime might be expected
- You must be very exact in your work. Mistakes could cause nuclear plants to shut down or people to be injured.
The cool stuff
Some of the advantages of being a Nuclear Engineer includes:
- A competitive salary
- You will help find less environmentally harmful ways of producing electricity
Typical work hours
- 40 hours a week
- Almost always work indoors
- Often wear protective or safety attire, such as work boots or hard hats
Are you the right fit?
Classes you should be good at
- Math
- Physics
- Biology
- Chemistry
Best high school track(s)
- Sciences
Personal qualities
- Problem Sensitivity
- Good With Numbers
- Reasoning & Problem Solving
- Attention to Detail
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Education stuff:
Education required
- You will need a bachelor's degree in nuclear engineering or a related field of engineering
- Some entry-level nuclear engineering jobs may require at least a master's degree or even a Ph.D
Online education resources
Local universities
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