Engineering Analyst
The Engineering Analyst at Confidential Client supports nuclear plant operations by performing technical and engineering tasks under supervision, ensuring compliance with safety, regulatory, and industry standards. This entry-level role involves contributing to engineering work functions, emergency response, and outage support, providing a foundation for growth in the nuclear energy sector.
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Position Overview
Confidential Client, a leader in power generation and clean energy, is hiring an Engineering Analyst to support nuclear plant operations in Minooka, IL. This entry-level-friendly role performs technical engineering tasks under direct supervision and supports engineering functions that ensure safety, regulatory compliance, and reliable plant performance.
Primary Duties & Responsibilities
- Assure engineering products meet applicable safety analyses, industry codes, engineering specifications, and regulatory requirements
- Perform assigned engineering and technical tasks to support plant operations
- Provide support for nuclear engineering work functions and related technical activities
- Participate in implementation of processes and techniques in compliance with established programs, policies, and procedures
- Support emergency response, departmental coverage, call-outs, and outage activities as needed
- Complete other assignments as directed by management consistent with company policy
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in a technical field (non-engineer) OR
- Associate degree in a technical field plus a minimum of 1 year of nuclear or related industry experience OR
- High school diploma/GED plus a minimum of 2 years of nuclear experience
- Maintain any required site access (including unescorted access) and favorable medical examination/testing as applicable to the role
- Must be authorized to work in the United States and able to perform on-site duties in Minooka, IL
Compensation & Benefits
- Target entry-level base: $76,000 per year (ranges vary by experience)
- Third‑party estimate shown on source: ~$61,447 per year
- Comprehensive benefits package including bonus opportunities, 401(k) with company match, employee stock purchase program, medical/dental/vision, disability & life insurance, paid time off, and wellbeing programs
Skills & Attributes That Will Help You Succeed
- Familiarity with safety analyses, engineering specifications, and regulatory compliance
- Strong attention to detail and ability to follow technical procedures
- Good written and verbal communication skills for team coordination and documentation
- Ability to work under supervision and participate in cross-functional teams (including outage support and emergency response)
- Problem-solving mindset and willingness to learn in a technical operations environment
Keywords & Search Terms
- Engineering Analyst Minooka, IL
- Nuclear plant operations Minooka
- Entry level engineering analyst
- Power generation analyst
- Safety analyses compliance
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