Nuclear Engineer I/II - Hybrid, Safety Analyses

Duke Energy; United States; Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work environment

On-site dining and fitness facility

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Duke Energy seeks an entry-level Nuclear Engineer I/II to support the Safety Analysis Models group within the Nuclear Engineering Division. You will work on simulations for PWR reactors, develop in-house methods, and contribute to safety analyses under supervision.

The role offers hybrid work with a Charlotte base, relocation support if needed, and opportunities to grow technical expertise in transient analyses and licensing processes.

Qualifications

• BS in Engineering from ABET accredited program (MS may substitute).
• 0-2 years (Engineer I) or 2-4 years (Engineer II) depending on level.
• Strong interest in nuclear safety analyses and fuel cycle.

Responsibilities

• Perform complex transient thermal-hydraulic simulations for all PWR Duke reactors using RETRAN-3D and VIPRE-01.
• Prepare technical reports, correspondence, and documentation.
• Develop, qualify, and maintain computer codes used in safety analysis.
• Collaborate/interface with Duke Energy, industry, vendor, and regulatory personnel.
• Participate in technical training activities.
• Originate, revise, and maintain NRC approved methodologies for transient/accident analyses.
• Assist with Licensing Amendment Requests (LAR) packages and related tasks.
• Contribute to improvements in safety margins and plant operational margins.

Skills

RETRAN-3D

VIPRE

FORTRAN

Python

Nuclear Engineering

Education

ABET-accredited BS Engineering

MS in Engineering considered in lieu

Tools

RETRAN/VIPRE tools

UNIX/Linux workstations

Programming (Python/Fortran)

Job description

Duke Energy seeks an entry-level Nuclear Engineer I/II to support the Safety Analysis Models group within the Nuclear Engineering Division. You will work on simulations for PWR reactors, develop in-house methods, and contribute to safety analyses under supervision.

The role offers hybrid work with a Charlotte base, relocation support if needed, and opportunities to grow technical expertise in transient analyses and licensing processes.