Antares · 5 months ago
Senior Nuclear Engineer
Los Angeles
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$165K/yr - $200K/yrAntares is committed to making clean energy abundant and is focused on advanced nuclear energy solutions. They are seeking a Senior Nuclear Engineer to lead the design and integration of key components in their reactor systems, mentor junior engineers, and interface with regulatory bodies for licensing and compliance.
EnergyIndustrialMachinery ManufacturingManufacturing
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Lead complex neutronics modeling and multiphysics analysis
Responsible nuclear engineer for design and integration of components
Mentor junior engineers
Develop and implement modeling and simulation methods and tools
Coordinate validation and verification activities
Interface directly with regulatory bodies for licensing and compliance
Spearhead prototype testing and experimental campaigns
Qualification
Required
Master's or Ph.D. in Nuclear Engineering, Physics, or related field
Deep experience with and understanding of MCNP, Serpent, or SCALE
Experience with multiphysics simulations and methods (thermal-hydraulics, structural, heat transfer), reactor kinetics, safety analysis, or integrated systems modeling
Lead complex neutronics modeling and multiphysics analysis
Responsible nuclear engineer for design and integration of components
Mentor junior engineers
Develop and implement modeling and simulation methods and tools
Coordinate validation and verification activities
Interface directly with regulatory bodies for licensing and compliance
Spearhead prototype testing and experimental campaigns
To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State
Preferred
Advanced programming proficiency (Python, C++, or similar)
Experience designing or developing high temperature gas reactors, heat pipe cooled reactors, microreactors, TRISO fuel, or other advanced reactors
Strong leadership and mentorship skills
Demonstrated success in regulatory processes (DOE, NRC, DoD)
Previous experience at dynamic tech companies or startups
Company
Antares
Antares Industries is an advanced nuclear energy startup that designs and manufactures adaptable and scalable reactors.
Founded in 2023
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$126MKey Investors
Shine Capital
2025-12-02Series B· $71M
2025-12-02Debt Financing· $25M
2024-10-30Series A· $30M
Leadership Team
Julia DeWahl
Co-founder & President
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