Nuclear Operations Instructor

DTE Energy; Michigan; On-site; USD 80,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Inclusive workplace

Community service opportunities

Equal opportunity employer

Job summary

A leading energy provider in Michigan is seeking a Nuclear Operations Instructor who will design and implement training programs for nuclear operations. The ideal candidate will have experience in training design, coaching, and a strong background in nuclear operations. This on-site role requires maintaining qualifications and working closely with operational teams. Join us to make a difference in energy training and community service.

Qualifications

• Years of experience in nuclear operations.
• Instructor and technical qualifications in nuclear operations.
• Experience with nuclear training programs.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement training programs.
• Conduct training in accordance with procedures.
• Evaluate student progress and course effectiveness.

Skills

Training design

Coaching

Performance evaluation

Education

High School diploma or GED

Associate degree

Bachelor's degree

Job description

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DTE is one of the nation’s largest diversified energy companies. Our electric and gas companies have fueled our customers’ homes and Michigan’s progress for more than a century. As Michigan’s largest source of renewable energy, we’re creating a cleaner, healthier environment to power our future. We’re also serving communities beyond Michigan, where our affiliated businesses offer renewable energy, emission control technologies, and energy services to industries in 19 states.

But we’re more than a leading energy company... and working at DTE is more than just a job. At DTE, we take great care of each other and our customers, and we use our energy to be a force for growth and prosperity in our communities. When you join us, you’ll be part of a team that welcomes, recognizes, and celebrates differences and values everyone’s health, safety, and wellbeing. Are you ready to make that kind of difference? Bring your energy to DTE. Together, we can achieve great things.

Testing Required:

On-Site Role: Must be available to work on-site at this assigned work location.

Emergency Response: Yes – Must be available to perform a primary assignment in support of DTE’s emergency response to storms or other events that impact service to our customers.

Job Summary:

Designs, develops, and implements effective classroom, laboratory, and/or simulator training using the Systematic Approach to Training process with little or no direct oversight. Ensures Operations or Technical training material and presentations will result in client group performance improvement. Designs and presents training in a professional manner. Coaches and mentors students in initial and continuing Operations or Technical training programs. Works closely with the line organization to help resolve emerging performance needs.

Key Accountabilities:

• Conducts training in accordance with Nuclear Training procedures, work instructions, and industry best practices.
• Designs and develops visual aids, courseware, lesson plans, student texts, handouts, On the Job Training (OJT), and Task Performance Evaluation (TPE) materials.
• Incorporates nuclear and industrial Operating Experience into training material.
• Assists in maintaining accreditation for training programs.
• Responds to management observations and student feedback.
• Evaluates student progress and course effectiveness.
• Conducts self-assessment activities.
• Updates training material based on feedback and industry experience.
• Reinforces safety and performance expectations.

Minimum Education & Experience Requirements:

Nuclear Operations Instructor

Multi-track options:
High School diploma or GED + 5 years related industry experience OR
Associate degree + 3 years related experience OR
Bachelor’s degree + 1 year related experience

Discipline Experience: Nuclear Operations

Senior Nuclear Operations Instructor

Options:
High School diploma or GED + 7 years industry experience
Associate degree + 5 years industry experience
Bachelor’s degree + 3 years industry experience

Requires maintaining instructor and technical qualifications in nuclear operations.

Principal Nuclear Operations Instructor

Options:
High School diploma or GED + 9 years industry experience (including 2 years with nuclear training programs)
Associate degree + 7 years industry experience (including 2 years with nuclear training programs)
Bachelor’s degree + 5 years industry experience (including 2 years with nuclear training programs)

Experience must be in nuclear operations or as a nuclear licensed operator. Must hold or have held a Senior Reactor Operator License or Certification or Reactor Operator License at a similar facility. Must maintain qualifications for various operator training programs.

At DTE Energy, we are committed to providing an inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcome and a sense of belonging. We seek individuals with a heart for service, a passion to help our communities prosper, and ideas to help shape the future of energy. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer that considers all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, religion, disability, national origin, citizenship, height, weight, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, or any other protected status.