Nuclear Chemistry Analyst Senior

NextEra Energy Resources; Iowa (LA); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

NextEra Energy in Palo, IA is seeking a Senior Chemistry Analyst to support restart of Duane Arnold Energy Center. You will provide advanced chemistry and radiochemistry expertise to monitor plant chemistry, ensure regulatory compliance, and aid operational readiness for restart and long-term reliability.

The role collaborates with Operations, Maintenance, Engineering, and Radiation Protection to lead chemistry initiatives, implement corrective actions, and drive continuous improvement during

Qualifications

• Bachelor's in Chemistry or equivalent education required.
• Experience in chemistry and radiochemistry in the nuclear industry; Navy ELT time may count toward degree equivalence.
• Demonstrated leadership ability and willingness to pursue continued technical training.

Responsibilities

• Ensures plant chemistry/radiochemistry operations are within prescribed regulatory and operating limits
• Preserves plant system and equipment reliability by performance analysis, projects, procedure development, revision and review, performance improvement, and corrective action
• Monitors water treatment (reactor and auxiliary systems), make-up water, chemical and waste treatment systems and any other plant systems/ components requiring chemistry monitoring and support
• Coordinates and directs the planning, development, and implementation of a variety of chemistry projects
• Conducts the analysis of technical data to monitor plant/system chemistry indicators, identify requirements, problems and solutions
• Prepares studies and plans for projects having direct effect on Operations and Maintenance, capital expenses and plant equipment
• Supports plant and personnel safety, human performance, performance improvement, quality assurance and corrective action programs in day-to-day activities
• Provides technical direction if necessary to less experienced chemistry personnel and functions as project lead
• Responds to the Nuclear and Company emergency plans
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned

Education

Bachelor's in Chemistry

Master's in Chemistry

Job description

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Nuclear Chemistry Analyst Senior

Date: Sep 23, 2026

Location(s): Palo, IA, US, 52324

Company: NextEra Energy

NextEra Energy Resources is one of America’s largest wholesale electricity generators, harnessing diverse energy sources to power progress. We deliver tailored energy solutions that fuel economic growth, strengthen communities, and help customers achieve their energy goals. Ready to make a lasting impact? Take the next step in your career with us!

Position Specific Description

Be part of history as we restart Duane Arnold Energy Center. As a Senior Chemistry Analyst, you will provide advanced chemistry and radiochemistry expertise that supports plant restoration, system recommissioning, operational readiness, and long-term equipment reliability. In this role, you will apply technical knowledge and analytical expertise to monitor and improve plant chemistry performance, ensure compliance with regulatory and operating requirements, and support the safe, reliable operation of critical plant systems. Your work will directly contribute to both the successful restart of the station and its sustained operational excellence in the years ahead.

This is a long-term technical position within the operating organization, offering the opportunity to play a key role during one of the nuclear industry's most significant restart projects while helping shape the future of plant chemistry programs. Working closely with Operations, Maintenance, Engineering, and Radiation Protection teams, you will lead chemistry initiatives, solve complex technical challenges, and support continuous improvement efforts throughout restart and future operations. This is an opportunity to make a lasting impact through technical excellence, operational discipline, and a commitment to safe, reliable, carbon-free energy generation.

What You'll Bring

We're seeking a chemistry professional who combines strong technical expertise with a proactive approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement. Successful candidates will have experience analyzing plant chemistry performance, supporting chemistry and radiochemistry programs, implementing corrective actions, and collaborating across departments to achieve safe, reliable, and efficient plant operation.

Experience in commercial nuclear operations, naval nuclear propulsion, or other highly regulated industrial environments is highly valued. Individuals with Navy ELT experience are encouraged to apply.

Job Overview

This job performs chemistry/radiochemistry work requiring application of sound and diversified knowledge of chemistry techniques, procedures, and principles and criteria. Employees in this role apply advanced technical expertise to projects and problems to develop and refine new approaches to Chemistry programs and systems. Individuals use advanced techniques, theory development, concepts and practices to solve complex problems.

Job Duties & Responsibilities

• Ensures plant chemistry/radiochemistry operations are within prescribed regulatory and operating limits
• Preserves plant system and equipment reliability by performance analysis, projects, procedure development, revision and review, performance improvement, and corrective action
• Monitors water treatment (reactor and auxiliary systems), make-up water, chemical and waste treatment systems and any other plant systems/ components requiring chemistry monitoring and support
• Coordinates and directs the planning, development, and implementation of a variety of chemistry projects
• Conducts the analysis of technical data to monitor plant/system chemistry indicators, identify requirements, problems and solutions
• Prepares studies and plans for projects having direct effect on Operations and Maintenance, capital expenses and plant equipment
• Supports plant and personnel safety, human performance, performance improvement, quality assurance and corrective action programs in day-to-day activities
• Provides technical direction if necessary to less experienced chemistry personnel and functions as project lead
• Responds to the Nuclear and Company emergency plans
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

• High School Grad / GED
• Bachelor's or Equivalent Experience
• Experience: 5+ years

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience: 7+ years
• Nuclear Experience: 3+ years

Special Requirements

Nuclear Specific Requirements:

• Bachelor's in Chemistry or equivalent education
• Experience in chemistry and radiochemistry in the nuclear industry, additional technical training in chemistry and demonstrated leadership ability may be considered equivalent to the degree requirement. This includes time in the Navy as an ELT.

Nuclear Specific Preferences:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Chemistry
• Nuclear chemistry experience: 3+ years

NextEra Energy offers a wide range of benefits to support our employees and their eligible family members. Click here to learn more.

Employee Group: Exempt
Employee Type: Full Time
Job Category: Environmental/Chemistry/Rad Protection
Organization: NextEra Energy Duane Arnold, LLC
Relocation Provided: Yes, if applicable

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