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How much does an Entry Nuclear Engineer make in California? The average Entry Nuclear Engineer salary in California is $92,500 as of March 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $87,200 and $117,900. 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.

Entry Nuclear Engineer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Entry Nuclear Engineer Salary $82,375 CA March 26, 2024
25th Percentile Entry Nuclear Engineer Salary $87,200 CA March 26, 2024
50th Percentile Entry Nuclear Engineer Salary $92,500 CA March 26, 2024
75th Percentile Entry Nuclear Engineer Salary $117,900 CA March 26, 2024
90th Percentile Entry Nuclear Engineer Salary $141,025 CA March 26, 2024
25% $87,200 10% $82,375 90% $141,025 75% $117,900 $92,500 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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The Entry Nuclear Engineer conducts research into problems of nuclear energy systems. Designs and initiates processes to gain benefit from nuclear energy and radiation. Being an Entry Nuclear Engineer monitors testing, operation, and maintenance of nuclear reactors. Designs and develops nuclear equipment. In addition, Entry Nuclear Engineer may require a bachelor's degree in engineering. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. Working as an Entry Nuclear Engineer typically requires 0-2 years of related experience. Works on projects/matters of limited complexity in a support role. Work is closely managed. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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  1. This Job:

    Entry Nuclear Engineer

    0 - 2 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

  2. Up a level:

    Engineer, Experienced - Nuclear

    2 - 4 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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Location Coachella, CA Avg. Salary $88,320 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Acampo, CA Avg. Salary $89,576 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Acton, CA Avg. Salary $92,761 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Adelanto, CA Avg. Salary $88,152 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Adin, CA Avg. Salary $85,890 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Agoura Hills, CA Avg. Salary $91,420 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Aguanga, CA Avg. Salary $88,571 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Ahwahnee, CA Avg. Salary $83,459 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Alameda, CA Avg. Salary $102,229 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Alamo, CA Avg. Salary $101,978 Date Updated March 26, 2024

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