Nuclear Electrical Engineer - Senior

NextEra Energy; Iowa (LA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance if applicable

Wide range of benefits for employees and families

Job summary

NextEra Energy Resources is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to contribute to the revitalization of the Duane Arnold Energy Center in Iowa. This position focuses on engineering excellence and collaboration across teams to address electrical power challenges during the plant's restoration.

Candidates should have a Bachelor's in Engineering and at least 5 years of relevant experience, particularly within the nuclear sector. The role offers essential contributions toward sustainable energy solutions with robust benefits.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in engineering, preferably in power generation.
• Experience in licensed commercial nuclear power generation.
• Familiarity with regulatory and configuration control processes.

Responsibilities

• Perform highly complex engineering tasks in the nuclear industry.
• Lead discussions to resolve problems or coordinate design production.
• Serve as technical liaison within the nuclear business unit.

Skills

Electrical engineering expertise

Experience with electrical distribution systems

Knowledge of nuclear industry standards

Familiarity with electrical system analysis

Education

Bachelor's in Engineering from ABET-accredited program

Tools

ETAP or similar tools

Job description

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. In this senior‑level role, you will apply your electrical engineering expertise to unprecedented technical challenges involving plant restoration, system recommissioning, and operational readiness. Your engineering expertise will drive critical decisions related to electrical power and control systems and equipment, regulatory compliance, and design modifications that support both the restart effort and long‑term plant operation. This is a long‑term role within the operating organization. You will collaborate closely with cross‑functional teams and provide technical consultation to leadership during restart activities and throughout the operating life of the plant. This is engineering at its most impactful—powering Iowa’s clean energy future through innovation and technical excellence.

To be successful in this role, you may also bring:

• Senior‑level electrical engineering experience supporting commercial power generation facilities
• Experience with electrical distribution systems, electric motors and drive systems, DC systems and Uninterruptible power, cable systems, and protection and control of electrical equipment
• Familiarity with electrical system analysis, including load flow and short‑circuit studies; experience with ETAP or similar tools is a plus
• Experience working in licensed commercial nuclear power generation with established regulatory and configuration control processes

Job Overview

This job is responsible for performing engineering activities that support projects and operations across the nuclear business. Employees in this role apply broad nuclear plant engineering experience and principles to make decisions and recommendations. Individuals work with independence and have wide latitude to exercise judgment over technical solution development.

Job Duties & Responsibilities

• Performs highly complex engineering tasks that require knowledge and experience with nuclear industry standards and regulations
• Leads discussions in a group setting to resolve problems or coordinate design production
• Applies nuclear industry standards and regulations to solve new problems and address situations
• Serves as technical liaison within the nuclear business unit
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's - Engineering from an ABET-accredited program
• Experience: 5+ years
• Nuclear Experience: 0+ years

Preferred Qualifications

• None

Special Requirements

Nuclear Specific Requirements:

• None

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: Engineering
Organization: NextEra Energy Duane Arnold, LLC
Relocation Provided: Yes, if applicable

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