A nuclear plant criticality safety engineer works studiously to protect personnel and property from the hazards of nuclear production and operation. This profession requires a great amount of respect for safety protocols, and the ability to solve problems under severe pressure. With the right expertise, and a passion for safeguarding the safety of the public, this career path has an attractive appeal.
What is involved?
A nuclear plant criticality safety engineer is responsible for maintaining and implementing safety protocols, as well as training personnel on measures to prevent radioactive incidents. These individuals are also responsible for monitoring nuclear plant operations, to ensure they abide by local, national and international laws. This profession can be difficult not only on a physical level but also mentally, as safety and requirements must continuously be updated and modified.
What does it take to become a nuclear plant criticality safety engineer?
In order to become a nuclear plant criticality safety engineer, applicants for any of the high paying nuclear criticality safety engineer jobs have to possess a bachelor’s degree in science, engineering, or nuclear technology, with at least five years’ worth of experience working in the nuclear safety industry. A working knowledge of safety regulations and techniques, as well as the ability to understand operational processes and hazards, is essential. It is also critical that the individual is self-motivated and possesses excellent interpersonal skills.