Nuclear Engineer I or Nuclear Engineer II

Duke Energy; Hartsville (SC); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Duke Energy’s Electrical Design team is seeking a Nuclear Engineer to develop scope, basis, installation, and testing for plant modifications at a U.S. site.

You will review work orders, support engineering changes, and participate in field installation activities to ensure safe, reliable plant operation. The role requires strong fundamentals in electrical engineering, project planning, and technical reporting, with 0–4 years of experience depending on the level, and potential for advancement

Qualifications

• B.S. in Engineering from ABET accredited program.
• Master’s degree in Engineering may substitute for a B.S.
• 0–2 years of engineering experience for Nuclear Engineer I; 2–4 years for Nuclear Engineer II; minimum 1 year nuclear experience for II.

Responsibilities

• Provides engineering/expertise to identify, analyze, and resolve problems of increasing scope and complexity.
• Plans, organizes, estimates, schedules, and monitors work activities to meet business goals.
• Prepares technical reports, correspondence, calculations, and sketches for defined problems.
• Conducts studies and manages non-routine engineering projects with minimal oversight.

Skills

Engineering principles

Project management

Written communication

Oral communication

Education

ABET-accredited B.S. in Engineering

Master’s degree considered in lieu of B.S.

Job description

*Depending upon the desired qualifications of the successful applicant, the hiring manager may elect to fill this position at a higher level within the job hierarchy.

Position Summary

The Electrical Design team manages the development, design, and implementation of plant modifications. The individual will be responsible for developing the scope, technical basis, installation, and testing requirements for plant modifications installed in the plant.

Ongoing support of assigned engineering changes through work order reviews, corrective action program assignments, and field installation support activities is required.

Responsibilities

Provides engineering/technical expertise and guidance in the identification, analysis, and resolution of problems of increasing scope and complexity in both inside as well as outside the scope of typical responsibility.

Ensures accomplishment of business goals and objectives through effective planning, organizing, estimating, scheduling, and monitoring of work activities; decisions may affect the operations or results of the work group and may have some impact on major projects or department results.

Prepares thorough and accurate technical reports, correspondence, documentation, calculations, and sketches related to defined problems and analysis of increasing scope and complexity.

Conducts engineering and related studies; completes non-routine engineering projects with minimal oversight with the ability to independently manage project schedules and interfaces; competent to design, operate and maintain systems with moderate impact on existing systems.

Possesses and applies the fundamental concepts, practices, and procedures; proficient in technical and analytical competencies necessary to handle assignments of increasing complexity.

Develops positive working relationships to effectively coordinate work activities. Demonstrates effective oral and written communication skills. Maintains accurate records and files. Supports the company's goals and represents the company positively and professionally.

Design Changes

Design Changes would include AC power systems, DC power systems, Large AC motors, Transformers, Switchgear, Motor Control Centers, Voltage Regulators, Breakers, etc.

Basic / Required Qualifications

The incumbent must meet the minimum ANSI requirements for this position identified within the scope of Nuclear Operating Fleet Administrative Procedure AD-LS-ALL-0011, Confirmation of Regulatory Guide 1.8 Personnel Qualifications Note: This posting is for one open position. Dependent on relative experience, the level to which a candidate is aligned is outlined below.

Nuclear Engineer I Bachelor of Science in Engineering from an ABET accredited program. A master’s degree in engineering will be considered in lieu of a Bachelor of Science in Engineering 0-2 years of engineering experience Upcoming graduates expecting a Bachelor of Science in Engineering degree from an ABET accredited program may also be considered.

Nuclear Engineer II Bachelor of Science in Engineering from an ABET accredited program A Master 's degree in Engineering will be considered in lieu of a Bachelor of Science in Engineering 2-4 years of engineering experience Minimum of 1 year of nuclear experience.

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from an ABET accredited program. Proficient in engineering theories and principles. Proficient in practices of researching engineering and design issues, evaluating alternatives, making sound recommendations, and preparing and presenting recommendations based on solid engineering judgement. Good written and oral communication skills. Proficient in principles of project management. Experience in the utility industry.

Specific Requirements

In lieu of 1 year of nuclear experience, a selected candidate is subject to the oversight and written approval authority of a designated qualified individual until the selected candidate becomes fully qualified.

Able to achieve nuclear site Unescorted Access/Security clearance. This position may be required to have Emergency Response Organization (ERO) responsibilities which could include callouts with a defined response time to the site and an on-call duty rotation requiring the employee to be Fit for Duty.

Required to wear personal protective equipment (hardhat, safety glasses, fall protection, etc.) as needed. Office and plant environments. Additional hours expected as workload/business need requires. Occasional overnight travel.

Working Conditions

Typically, an office environment with some work in the plant to conduct system walkdowns and field support of modification implementation. Onsite Mobility Classification – Work will be performed at a company facility. On-site employees are also required to live within a reasonable daily commute to their assigned work location, not greater than 50 miles one way.

Travel Requirements

5-15% Relocation Assistance Provided (as applicable) Yes Represented/Union Position No Visa Sponsored Position No. This is not a Visa Sponsored Position. This role requires the ability to work lawfully in the U.S. without employment-based immigration sponsorship, now or in the future. Please note that in order to be considered for this position, you must possess all of the basic/required qualifications.

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