How do they match: Nuclear Engineers

Conduct tests of nuclear fuel behavior and cycles or performance of nuclear machinery and equipment to optimize performance of existing plants.
Design fuel cycle models or processes to reduce the quantity of radioactive waste generated from nuclear activities.
Design or oversee construction or operation of nuclear reactors, power plants, or nuclear fuels reprocessing and reclamation systems.
Keep abreast of developments and changes in the nuclear field by reading technical journals or by independent study and research.
Perform experiments that will provide information about acceptable methods of nuclear material usage, nuclear fuel reclamation, or waste disposal.
Prepare technical reports of findings or recommendations, based on synthesized analyses of test results.
Write operational instructions to be used in nuclear plant operation or nuclear fuel or waste handling and disposal.

Communicate technical information to suppliers, contractors, or regulatory agencies.
Confer with technical personnel to prepare designs or operational plans.
Develop operational methods or processes that use green materials or emphasize sustainability.
Monitor processes for compliance with standards.
Prepare technical or operational reports.
Update technical knowledge.

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