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Principal Robotics Engineer

The Nuclear Company

$198,000 - $228,000
Dec 22, 2025
Seattle, WA, US
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The Nuclear Company is looking to solve the problem of safe and reliable electricity delivery at the lowest cost, while catalyzing the nuclear industry toward rapid development in America and globally, by developing and deploying robotic systems for nuclear construction, inspection, and maintenance operations.

Requirements

  • Expertise in robotic control systems including autonomous navigation, path planning, and sensor fusion
  • Proficiency in robotics frameworks (ROS/ROS2) and programming languages (Python, C++)
  • Experience with computer vision and machine learning for robotic perception
  • Knowledge of wireless communication protocols and network security for robotic systems
  • Understanding of industrial automation and control systems
  • Experience with CAD software for robotic system design and integration
  • Knowledge of radiation-hardened systems and remote operations in high-dose areas

Responsibilities

  • Design and develop robotic systems for remote and semi-remote operation, maintenance, and inspection in nuclear environments
  • Develop remotely controlled mobile devices including mobile robots for maintenance, inspection, and construction support
  • Implement construction robotics for cost-intensive on-site labor activities including welding, material handling, and automated assembly
  • Design robotic systems for high-dose areas enabling remote operations in radiation fields and reducing worker exposure
  • Develop remote inspection capabilities for piping, tanks, containment buildings, and other critical nuclear infrastructure
  • Design remotely operated tooling for reactor vessel maintenance, O-ring groove cleaning, and equipment inspection
  • Develop robotic network infrastructure including wireless control systems, spectrum management, and failsafe configurations

Other

  • 10+ years of professional robotics engineering experience in industrial, construction, or inspection applications
  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Robotics Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field
  • Strong problem-solving skills and ability to design failsafe systems for safety-critical applications
  • Ability to work in a collaborative environment with construction teams, engineers, and technology leaders
  • Must be eligible to work in the United States