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Job Description


	Conduct research on nuclear engineering problems or apply principles and theory of nuclear science to problems concerned with release, control, and utilization of nuclear energy and nuclear waste disposal.

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Job Requirements


	Experience: A minimum of two to four years of work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is needed for these occupations. For example, an accountant must complete four years of college and work for several years in accounting to be considered qualified.

	Education: Most of these occupations require a four - year bachelor's degree, but some do not.

	Training: Employees in these occupations usually need several years of work-related experience, on-the-job training, and/or vocational training.

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Significant Points


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	Engineers

Overall job opportunities in engineering are expected to be good, but will vary by specialty. A bachelor's degree is required for most entry-level jobs. Starting salaries are significantly higher than those of college graduates in other fields. Continuing education is critical for engineers wishing to enhance their value to employers as technology evolves.
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Top Ten Industries

U.S. National Figures.

Nuclear engineers
Architectural, Engineering, and Related Services	2,800
Federal Executive Branch (OES Designation)	2,190
Scientific Research and Development Services	1,010
Management, Scientific, and Technical Consulting Services	370
Employment Services	40
Other Fabricated Metal Product Manufacturing	0
Electric Power Generation, Transmission and Distribution	0
Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools	0
Waste Treatment and Disposal	0
Management of Companies and Enterprises	0

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