R&D Engineer / Research Scientist

R&D Engineer / Research Scientist – Advanced Engineering & Technology | Shenzhen / ZhongshanActual Work Location: Shenzhen / Zhongshan, Guangdong, Mainland ChinaPlease note: LinkedIn may display Hong Kong as the location due to platform location settings. The actual positions are based in Shenzhen and/or Zhongshan.About CGN Research InstituteCGN Research Institute (China General Nuclear Power Corporation) is the core technology R&D platform of CGN, dedicated to advancing nuclear energy technologies and solving critical engineering and scientific challenges across the nuclear power sector.The Institute supports major national and industry-level innovation initiatives, including the development of advanced nuclear power technologies and the Southern China Atomic Energy Science and Technology Innovation Center.Our research and engineering activities span advanced reactor technologies, reactor engineering and safety, thermal hydraulics, experimental research, equipment development, instrumentation and control, simulation, digital technologies, and other key areas supporting the future of nuclear energy.We are now seeking PhD graduates and experienced engineering professionals from a broad range of STEM disciplines to join our R&D teams in Shenzhen and Zhongshan, Guangdong, China.Areas We Are Hiring AcrossWe welcome candidates from a wide range of engineering and scientific backgrounds, including but not limited to:Nuclear Engineering & Nuclear ScienceReactor EngineeringThermal HydraulicsEnergy & Power EngineeringEngineering ThermophysicsFluid MechanicsHeat and Mass TransferMechanical EngineeringEngineering MechanicsProcess Equipment & Control EngineeringElectrical EngineeringAutomation & Control EngineeringInstrumentation & MeasurementElectronics & Information EngineeringComputer Science & Software EngineeringArtificial Intelligence & Data ScienceNumerical Simulation & Scientific ComputingMaterials Science & EngineeringSafety EngineeringChemical EngineeringOther engineering and applied science disciplines relevant to advanced energy technologiesCandidates from interdisciplinary backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply.What You May Work OnDepending on your expertise and research background, you may contribute to one or more of the following areas:R&D of advanced nuclear energy systems and reactor technologies;Reactor engineering design, modelling, analysis and safety assessment;Thermal-hydraulic, fluid, heat-transfer and multiphysics research;Design, development and operation of large-scale experimental facilities and test platforms;Development of nuclear power equipment, mechanical systems, electrical systems, instrumentation and control technologies;Engineering simulation, scientific computing and software development;Digitalisation, artificial intelligence and intelligent engineering applications;Advanced materials and engineering technology research;Major scientific research programmes and critical technology development;Translation of research results into engineering applications.Specific responsibilities will be matched to each candidate's technical expertise, research experience and professional background.QualificationsCandidates should meet at least one of the following criteria:PhD degree in a relevant engineering, science or technology discipline; OR10+ years of relevant professional or engineering experience in an applicable technical field.In addition:Strong technical, scientific or engineering fundamentals;Demonstrated experience in research, engineering development, technology innovation or complex technical projects;Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities;Ability to work effectively in multidisciplinary technical teams;Interest in nuclear energy, advanced energy technologies and large-scale engineering innovation.Experience in major R&D programmes, complex engineering projects, critical technology development, experimental research or high-impact scientific research will be considered an advantage.Chinese citizenship is required for this position.Why Join UsAt CGN Research Institute, you will have the opportunity to work on challenging scientific and engineering problems with direct relevance to the development of advanced nuclear energy technologies.Whether your background is in nuclear engineering, thermal hydraulics, mechanical engineering, instrumentation and control, electrical engineering, computer science, artificial intelligence, materials science or another engineering discipline, we welcome professionals who want to apply their expertise to major energy and technology challenges.Join CGN Research Institute and help shape the next generation of nuclear energy technology.