General Engineer/Physical Scientist

In addition to the Basic Requirements, you must also meet the Minimum Qualifications stated below. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: GG-07 – In order to qualify at the GG-07 level, applicants must have one of the following: Completed 1 full year of specialized experience that is equivalent to the GG-05 grade level which is defined as experience that demonstrates a basic knowledge in the field of engineering discipline OR Completed 1 full year of graduate-level education (18 semester hours) related to an Engineering or Physical Science discipline OR Meet the definition of Superior Academic Achievement. S.A.A. is based on (1) class standing, (2) grade-point average, or (3) honor society membership. Superior Academic Achievement. (S.A.A.) GG-09 – In order to qualify at the GG-09 level, applicants must have one of the following: Completed 1 full year of specialized experience that is equivalent to the GG-07 grade level which is defined as experience that demonstrates knowledge in the field of engineering including nuclear plants OR experience with research and development programs in the field of nuclear engineering. OR Completed 2 full years of progressively higher level graduate education (36 semester hours) leading to a Master’s degree or completed a Master’s or equivalent graduate degree that is related to an Engineering or Physical Science discipline. Education and experience may be combined for all grade levels for which both education and experience are acceptable. A description of how you possess the specialized experience as well as how you meet the education and qualification requirements should be addressed in your resume. Applicants may also use the supplemental vacancy question to provide additional information pertaining to specialized experience and ideal candidate criteria.
The Region IV Office of the NRC located in Arlington, Texas is accepting resumes for entry-level engineers and scientists who have recently graduated and have less than one (1) year of professional engineering or physical science work experience OR will be graduating between December 2024 and June 2025 to fill future vacancies. Applications will be reviewed at the end of the open period and for up to 90 days after the vacancy closing date.