Operations Instructor

Constellation Energy Corp.; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 107,000 - 119,000; Full time

Job summary

Constellation Energy Corp. seeks a Nuclear Training Specialist to design, implement, and evaluate training programs for Reactor Operator and Non-Licensed Operator personnel at a nuclear facility in Kentucky.

You will ensure training aligns with regulatory standards and internal processes, coordinating with INPO/NRC guidance and maintaining up-to-date materials. Your role requires developing examinations, conducting trainee assessments, and guiding individualized training plans, while supporting

Qualifications

• High school diploma/GED plus 6 years related experience or
• Associate's degree plus 4 years related experience or
• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field plus 2 years related experience.

Responsibilities

• Drives and coordinates performance-based training for Reactor Operator (RO) / Non-Licensed Operator (NLO) programs in line with Constellation's training model.
• Keeps training programs current with INPO, NRC bulletins, information notices, and plant change information.
• Prepares trainee examinations and conducts evaluations across classroom, lab, OJT, and simulator environments; provides counseling and develops individualized training plans.
• Supports CEC and fleet initiatives, project management, refuel outage support, emergency preparedness, and special projects.
• Participates in NRC, INPO, and management audits and responds to audit findings.
• Maintains comprehensive knowledge of plant operations and training techniques to develop high-quality training materials.
• Manages auditable training records and reports documenting training program activities.
• Performs additional duties including emergency response, outage support, and coverage as needed.

Education

High school diploma/GED

Associate's degree

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

Job description

Who We Are

As the largest private‑sector power producer in the world and the nation's largest producer of clean and reliable energy, Constellation is focused on our purpose: lighting the way to a brilliant tomorrow for all. We have been the leader in clean energy production for more than a decade, and we are cultivating a workplace where our employees can grow, thrive, and contribute. Now integrated with Calpine, our portfolio includes 55 gigawatts of capacity from nuclear, natural gas, geothermal, hydro, wind and solar facilities, with the generating capacity to power the equivalent of 27 million homes. Our culture and employee experience make it clear: We are powered by passion and purpose. Together, we're creating healthier communities and a cleaner planet, and our people are the driving force behind our success. At Constellation, you can build a fulfilling career with opportunities to learn, grow and make an impact. By doing our best work and meeting new challenges, we can accomplish great things. Join us in meeting the country's energy needs today and tomorrow.

Total Rewards

Constellation offers an extensive selection of benefits and rewards to help our employees thrive professionally and personally. We provide competitive compensation and a wide‑range of benefits that support both employees and their families, helping them prepare for the future. In addition to highly competitive salaries, eligible employees are offered a bonus program, 401(k) with company match, employee stock purchase program; comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits, including robust wellbeing programs; disability and life insurance benefits; paid time off for vacation, holidays, and sick days; and much more.

Expected salary range of $107,100 to $119,000, varies based on experience, along with comprehensive benefits package that includes bonus and 401(k).

Primary Purpose of Position

Demonstrates mastery of skills and extensive subject matter knowledge in carrying out assignments associated with the analysis, design, development, implementation, evaluation, and modification of plant specific nuclear licensed operations training programs.

Primary Duties and Accountabilities

• Drives the clean energy center (CEC) and personnel performance improvement through the use of training. Coordinates, and conducts performance‑based operations Reactor Operator (RO)/Non‑Licensed Operator (NLO) training programs as required by user community in accordance with Constellation's systematic approach to training model, department procedures, and with proper application of the analysis, design, development, implementation, and evaluation phases.
• Assures the training programs are maintained current and incorporate information gained from Institute of Nuclear Power Operations (INPO) Significant Operating Experience Reports and Constellation Nuclear Event Reports (NERs), Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) Bulletins and Information Notices, CEC design change and backfit information, CEC procedure changes and revisions, new regulations, and training effectiveness reports.
• Prepares trainee examination and conducts trainee evaluations for classroom, laboratory, OJT, and simulator environments, as appropriate and conducts counseling sessions for trainees, evaluates the results, and recommends/develops individualized training programs.
• Support CEC and fleet in the areas of business initiatives, project management, refuel outage support, emergency preparedness duties, and special projects.
• Participates in NRC, INPO and management audits, and prepares responses to audit findings.
• Maintains knowledge of plant operations, disciplinary skills and techniques, commensurate with the responsibility to develop and conduct effective, high‑quality training.
• Supervises the collection and maintenance of auditable training records and reports required to document training program activities.
• Perform other job assignments and duties as directed by management or pursuant to company policy, including but not limited to emergency response, departmental coverage, call outs, and support of outage activities in positions outside the department.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma/GED with 6 years of related (e.g. test reactor, commercial, industrial, or military power plant operator) experience OR
• Associate's degree in a technical discipline, education, or training with 4 years of related (e.g. test reactor, commercial, industrial, or military power plant operator) experience OR
• Bachelor's degree in engineering (chemical, civil/structural, electrical, industrial, mechanical or nuclear) or related science, education or training with 2 years of related (e.g. test reactor, commercial, industrial, or military power plant operator) experience
• The requirements as outlined above meet or exceed ANSI/ANS-3.1-2014 (4.5.4) Standard, "Selection, Qualification, and Training of Personnel for Nuclear Power Plants"
• Maintain minimum access requirement or unescorted access requirements, as applicable, and favorable medical examination and/or testing in accordance with position duties

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in commercial nuclear training
• Knowledge of and experience with the systematic approach to training (SAT)