Nuclear Engineers
Future Prospects
38%
Employment Demand
35%
Wage Potential
83%
Median Salary
$125,460
Annual
Total Employment
12,710
Number of jobs
New Jobs
-100
Projected next 10 years
Nuclear Engineers
Nuclear engineers design, develop, and maintain systems and equipment used in nuclear energy generation and radiation detection.
Career Preparation
Typical Education for Entry
Bachelor's degree
Recommended Work Experience in Related Occupation
None
Typical On-the-Job Training
None