Nuclear Operations Direct License Candidate - Brunswick Nuclear Plant

Duke Energy; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Duke Energy in the United States is seeking individuals to enter a direct license program to gain an NRC license at a Duke Energy facility. Participants will train to become Reactor Operators or Senior Reactor Operators, with ongoing license training requirements and assessments throughout the program.

The role requires a high school diploma or higher, and pathways include engineering degrees or PE, Navy reactor experience, or an RO/SRO license with relevant experience.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or the equivalent.
• Shall have one or more of the following qualifications: 4-year engineering degree OR Professional Engineer OR Nuclear Navy Experience OR RO/SRO license with experience.
• Nuclear operations license candidates must meet minimum criteria across design facility experience or non-design facility experience.

Skills

Manual dexterity

Mechanical aptitude

Written communication

Verbal communication

Teamwork

Problem solving

Prioritization

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

4-year Engineering degree or PE

Nuclear Navy Experience

Job description

**Nuclear Operations Direct License Candidate** **Job Summary**This position is for individuals entering a direct license program to gain an NRC license at a Duke Energy facility. Individuals will be expected to successfully pass all license training program requirements to obtain an NRC license as a Reactor Operator or Senior Reactor Operator. **Working Conditions*** Shift Work* Frequent Overtime* Weekend / Holiday Work* Testing Required* Plant environment w/extreme temperature ranges and high humidity* Exposure to dust, fumes, and high noise levels* Ability to wear protective clothing including hard hat, safety glasses, hearing protection and gloves due to heavy industrial environment (rotating equipment with high temperature and high-pressure fluids up to 650f and 2235 psig)* Includes climbing, stooping, pulling and pushing **Basic / Required Qualifications*** High school diploma or the equivalent* Shall have one or more of the following: + 4 year Engineering degree in technology, physical sciences AND greater than 12 months experience at a comparable design commercial nuclear facility or greater than 21 months at a noncomparable design commercial nuclear facility + Professional Engineer (PE) AND greater than 12 months experience at a comparable design commercial nuclear facility or greater than 21 months at a noncomparable design commercial nuclear facility + Nuclear Navy Experience – Reactor operator, Propulsion Watch Officer, Engineering Watch Supervisor or Engineering officer of the Watch + Current or Previous RO/SRO license with greater than 1 year experience at a comparable (BWR/PWR) facility similar design or Greater than 18 months non-similar design at a commercial nuclear facility + Nuclear Operations Instructor – SRO Certification AND greater than 4 years of SRO-certified instructor experience **Desired Qualifications*** Naval Experience (Reactor Operator, Engineering Officer of the Watch, Propulsion Plant Watch Officer, Engineering Watch Supervisor, or Propulsion Plant Watch Supervisor)* A high degree of manual dexterity and mature judgment* Strong mechanical aptitude* Demonstrated effective written and verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively with a wide range of customers in all levels of an organization* Demonstrated effective analytical, problem solving, and decision-making skills* Ability to deliver superior results within allocated time through effective prioritization, scheduling, planning and execution of assigned work* Demonstrated the ability to work as part of a team, be a self-starter, exercise flexibility, and take personal responsibility for assigned accountabilities* Demonstrated ability to adapt to changing processes, regulations, responsibilities, and work environments **Specific Requirements*** This role requires the use of weight rated equipment, with max ratings ranging from 275lbs to 325lbs, in order to meet the essential functions of the job.* Respirator Clearance/SCBA* Fire Brigade* Mandatory hearing protection program* Nuclear Pre-Access Drug Screen* Ability to lift 50 pounds* Successful completion of pre-employment aptitude testing is required* Must be able to obtain nuclear access****Travel Requirements****5-15%### Relocation Assistance Provided (as applicable)Yes### Represented/Union PositionNo### Visa Sponsored PositionNo. 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.