Nuclear Station Instructor (Maint/Tech) - Harris Nuclear Plant

801 Duke Energy Progress, LLC; New Hill (NC); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Duke Energy is seeking a qualified trainer to supply the nuclear generating fleet with trained personnel and maintain non-accredited training programs to satisfy INPO and regulatory requirements.

The role focuses on developing and implementing fleet training programs to ensure competent, qualified personnel for nuclear generating stations, with responsibilities spanning classroom, simulator, and field environments and close collaboration with engineering and regulatory bodies.

Qualifications

• High School/GED degree with 2 years related work experience.
• Experience in instructional design or classroom training is preferred.
• Familiarity with INPO accreditation processes and NRC requirements.

Responsibilities

• Provide instruction and evaluation in classroom, simulator, laboratory, and in-plant settings.
• Support design, development, and maintenance of training materials.
• Interface with plant engineering to evaluate training impact and gap training.
• Update training materials for technical accuracy and recency.
• Coordinate with INPO and NRC to maintain high-quality training programs.
• Assist during outages and emergency response organization qualification.
• Maintain diverse qualifications to deliver various classes and services.

Skills

Instructional techniques

Training development

NANTEL proctoring

ETQS process

Education

High School Diploma

Associate degree in Instrument & Control

Tools

INPO Accreditation

NRC requirements

Job description

Position Summary

Supplies the nuclear generating fleet with competent and properly trained personnel and maintains the fleet non accredited training programs and materials to satisfy INPO and regulatory agency requirements. Development and implementation of fleet training programs to meet company, INPO, and regulatory agency requirements for competent, qualified nuclear generating station personnel

Responsibilities

• Provide effective instruction and evaluation in the classroom, simulator, laboratory and/or in-plant settings.
• Specifically, for the I&C Training Program (Engineering experience may be substituted).
• Provide support for analysis, design, development and maintenance of training materials.
• Develop and/or update training materials to ensure technical accuracy and recency.
• Interface with plant engineering during the plant modification process to evaluate training impact and develop required gap training.
• Interface with internal groups and external agencies such as INPO and the NRC to ensure high-quality training programs are maintained.
• Provide support for the conduct of assessments Participate in site and industry training assessments, audits and evaluations.
• Support the Outage organization during scheduled refueling outages, which may include temporary assignment to the refueling team and/or other outage support positions.
• Support the Emergency Response Organization by obtaining and maintaining qualification for ERO positions owned by the Training Section
• Maintain diverse qualifications and skills to provide various classes and services, including NANTEL proctoring and Emergency Response Organization (ERO) qualification, as required.

Required/Basic Qualifications

• High School/GED degree 2 years related work experience

Desired Qualifications

In addition to desired degree, 5 years related work experience

Additional Preferred Qualifications

• Five (5) years of Instrument and Controls (I&C) Technician -OR- Engineering related job experience at the Nuclear I&E Tech III level -OR- Lead Engineer level or higher.
• An associate's degree in an applicable Instrument and Control System technology field.
• Demonstrated leadership qualities that emphasize flexibility, initiative, motivation, teamwork, organizing, planning, scheduling, and executing work assignments.
• Must be able to communicate effectively in written and oral presentations, ability to speak in a clear, concise, and effective manner before small and large groups
• Have assisting in training activities in the past, including development and implementation of training.
• Must have ability to establish effective working relationships internal and external to the work group
• Five years instructional experience.
• Good working knowledge of regulatory training requirements.
• In-depth knowledge of the INPO Accreditation process and NRC requirements.
• Thorough understanding of the Systematic Approach to Training and ETQS process.
• Good personal computer skills.

Work Conditions

• Primarily typical classroom environment
• Lab training setting
• Some work in power plants (system walkdowns, On the Job Observations…etc.)
• Typical industrial setting supporting outage work
• Hybrid – Work will be performed from both remote and onsite locations after the onboarding period. However, hybrid employees should live within a reasonable commute to their designated Duke Energy facility. Must maintain unescorted nuclear plant access.

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.
• 0.25 years of nuclear power plant experience
• Shall have demonstrated knowledge of instructional techniques through training or experience
• 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.

Equality, Diversity and 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.