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Senior Nuclear Engineer Salary in California

Senior Nuclear Engineer Salary in California

How much does a Senior Nuclear Engineer make in California? The average Senior Nuclear Engineer salary in California is $137,320 as of April 24, 2024, but the range typically falls between $123,860 and $152,120. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on the city and many other important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession.

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10th Percentile Senior Nuclear Engineer Salary $111,605 CA April 24, 2024
25th Percentile Senior Nuclear Engineer Salary $123,860 CA April 24, 2024
50th Percentile Senior Nuclear Engineer Salary $137,320 CA April 24, 2024
75th Percentile Senior Nuclear Engineer Salary $152,120 CA April 24, 2024
90th Percentile Senior Nuclear Engineer Salary $165,595 CA April 24, 2024
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The Senior Nuclear Engineer conducts research into problems of nuclear energy systems. Designs and initiates processes to gain benefit from nuclear energy and radiation. Being a Senior Nuclear Engineer monitors testing, operation, and maintenance of nuclear reactors. Designs and develops nuclear equipment. In addition, Senior Nuclear Engineer requires a graduate degree in engineering. May report to an executive or a manager. Working as a Senior Nuclear Engineer typically requires 4 to 7 years of related experience. Contributes to moderately complex aspects of a project. Work is generally independent and collaborative in nature. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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  1. Down a level:

    Engineer, Experienced - Nuclear

    2 - 4 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    Senior Nuclear Engineer

    4 - 7 years experience
    Master's Degree or MBA

  3. Up a level:

    Engineer, Specialist - Nuclear

    7 + years experience
    Master's Degree or MBA

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Location Avg. Salary Date Updated
Location Coachella, CA Avg. Salary $131,218 Date Updated April 24, 2024
Location Acampo, CA Avg. Salary $133,086 Date Updated April 24, 2024
Location Acton, CA Avg. Salary $137,817 Date Updated April 24, 2024
Location Adelanto, CA Avg. Salary $130,969 Date Updated April 24, 2024
Location Adin, CA Avg. Salary $127,608 Date Updated April 24, 2024
Location Agoura Hills, CA Avg. Salary $135,825 Date Updated April 24, 2024
Location Aguanga, CA Avg. Salary $131,592 Date Updated April 24, 2024
Location Ahwahnee, CA Avg. Salary $123,998 Date Updated April 24, 2024
Location Alameda, CA Avg. Salary $151,884 Date Updated April 24, 2024
Location Alamo, CA Avg. Salary $151,511 Date Updated April 24, 2024

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