Nuclear Engineer III or Senior Nuclear Engineer (Electrical)

Duke Energy; Seneca (SC); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Duke Energy is seeking an Electrical Engineer to join the Operations Support Engineering team to ensure reliability of electrical equipment and oversee maintenance planning. The role involves owning electrical systems, serving as SME, and coordinating with Design, Maintenance & Operations to align schedules and budgets.

The candidate should have ABET-accredited engineering credentials, with 4+ years of engineering experience; a Master’s degree may substitute for a BS.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering (ABET-accredited).
• Master's degree in engineering may be considered in lieu of BS.
• Minimum of 4 years engineering experience.
• Senior levels require greater independence and advanced skills.

Responsibilities

• Own electrical systems or components with varying complexity.
• Serve as site SME on assigned areas of responsibility.
• Coordinate with Design, Maintenance & Operations to manage concerns, schedules and budgets.
• Prepare technical reports, calculations and sketches for defined problems.

Skills

Electrical systems

Switchyard

Relays & breakers

Switchgear

SME coordination

Technical reporting

Education

ABET-accredited BS in Engineering

MS in Engineering (considered in lieu of BS)

Job description

Position Summary

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. This is the advancing level of the Engineering classification hierarchy. Employees at this level solve more complex problems in engineering areas of specialization with limited supervision. Incumbents are expected to develop advanced skills and the ability to work with even greater independence. They effectively apply fundamental concepts and procedures to work that is progressing complex and varied. Senior Nuclear Engineer is the career/senior level of the Engineering classification hierarchy. Employees at this level manage work in engineering areas of electrical systems and components with minimal supervision. Incumbents are expected to develop advanced skills and to have the ability to work independently, with guidance limited to unusual or complex projects or issues. They are fully competent in use of concepts and procedures. They identify problems, develop solutions, and take actions to resolve.

Responsibilities

ONS is seeking an Electrical Engineer to work within the Operations Support Engineering (OSE) Electrical team. This engineer will play a vital role in ensuring quality equipment reliability and the success of component maintenance and planning activities. A key attribute of the role is to ensure component reliability is consistent with station goals. This engineer will be assigned ownership of electrical systems and/or components of varying complexity. The ideal candidate will have the following skills. Experience with the Station electrical systems and components, such as the Switchyard, plant auxiliary distribution system, relays, breakers, and/or switchgear. Serve as the site Subject Matter Expert (SME) on their assigned area(s) of responsibility. Coordinate cross functionally with other departments (such as Design, Maintenance & Operations) to ensure concerns, schedules, budgeting and related issues are properly managed. Provides engineering/technical expertise and guidance in the identification, analysis and resolution of problems of increasing scope and complexity. Contributes to team decision-making in the accomplishment of business goals and objectives through effective planning, organizing, estimating, scheduling and monitoring of work activities; deals with changing priorities and differing situations and makes decision that may affect the work of the team. Prepares thorough and accurate technical reports, correspondence, documentation, calculations and sketches related to well-defined problems and analysis of increasing scope and complexity. Conducts engineering and related studies; completes routine engineering projects with minimal oversight with increasing ability to independently manage project schedules and interfaces; increasingly 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. 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.

Basic / Required Qualifications

Nuclear Engineer III - Nuclear Engineer III is the intermediate level of the Engineering classification hierarchy. Employees at this level solve more complex problems in engineering areas of specialization with general supervision. Incumbents are expected to develop advanced skills and the ability to work with greater independence. They effectively apply fundamental concepts and procedures to work that is fairly complex and varied. Graduation from a four-year college or university with a Bachelor of Science in Engineering (Not Technology) from an ABET accredited program. A Master's degree in engineering will be considered in lieu of the B. S. engineering degree. Minimum of 4 years of engineering experience. Senior Nuclear Engineer - Senior Nuclear Engineer is the career/senior level of the Engineering classification hierarchy. Employees at this level manage work in engineering areas of specialization, with minimal supervision. Incumbents are expected to develop advanced skills and to have the ability to work independently, with guidance limited to unusual or complex projects or issues. They are fully competent in use of concepts and procedures. They identify problems, develop solutions and take actions to resolve. Senior Engineer represents a level at which career may stabilize for many years. Graduation from a four-year college or university with a Bachelor of Science in Engineering (Not Technology) from an ABET accredited program. A Master's degree in engineering will be considered in lieu of the B. S. engineering degree. Minimum of 6 years of engineering experience or 5 years of engineering experience with state registration as a Professional Engineer.

Desired Qualifications

Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET accredited university or Masters degree in Electrical Engineering In addition to desired degree, 8 years related work experience Professional Engineer - SC Additional Preferred Qualifications Demonstrated advancing application of engineering theories and principles. Increasingly proficient in practices of researching engineering and design issues, evaluating alternatives, preparing and presenting recommendations. Ability to deal with a variety of individuals from various socio-economic, cultural and ethnic backgrounds. Good written and oral communication skills Passing grade on the Engineering Fundamentals Exam Increasingly proficient in principles of project management Experience in the utility industry Department specific experience applicable to the hiring department Working Conditions

Hybrid Mobility Classification

Work will be performed from both remote and onsite locations after the onboarding period. However, hybrid employees must live within a reasonable commute to their designated Duke Energy facility, not greater than 50 miles one way. Employees are expected to report to their assigned Duke Energy facility as required and directed by their manager, on average 3 full workdays per regular workweek.

Specific Requirements

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 1 year of nuclear power plant experience Minimum of 4 years of engineering experience Bachelor of Science in Engineering from an ABET accredited program A Master's degree in engineering will be considered in lieu of a BS in engineering degree Travel Requirements 5-15% Relocation Assistance Provided (as applicable) No 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.

Diversity & Inclusion

Duke Energy values ideas that come from a diverse and inclusive workforce, and we're dedicated to providing a work environment where all people are valued, respected and able to reach their full potential.

Duke Energy is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, including but not limited to lactation, religion, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, medical condition, military status, or protected veteran status. Duke Energy complies with all applicable state, federal and local laws, regulations and ordinances prohibiting discrimination.