Senior Nuclear Training & Maintenance Instructor

NextEra Energy; Iowa; Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation provided

Job summary

NextEra Energy Nuclear is seeking a dynamic Nuclear Technical/Maintenance Instructor Sr to lead training programs at our Palo, IA site with support from Jupiter, FL. You will oversee world-class maintenance training for the nuclear fleet, delivering instruction on-site and remotely using advanced tech.

This role offers strong career growth within a Fortune 200 energy leader. You will develop, deliver, and continually improve training courses, ensuring compliance with NRC, INPO, and company

Qualifications

• High School Grad / GED required.
• Bachelor's or equivalent experience required.
• Nuclear-related training experience: 7+ years preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develops, delivers and improves assigned training courses and materials using SAT.
• Revises instructional materials to reflect changes in plant design and practices.
• Provides direction and coaches less-experienced instructors.
• Leads training program to ensure compliance with NRC, INPO and company standards.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Skills

Nuclear experience

7+ years experience

Training delivery

Education

High School Grad / GED

Bachelor's or Equivalent Experience

Bachelor's in technical field

Job description

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Date: Oct 2, 2026

Location(s): Palo, IA, US, 52324

Company: NextEra Energy

Requisition ID: 97282

NextEra Energy Resources is one of America’s largest wholesale electricity generators, harnessing diverse energy sources to power progress. We deliver tailored energy solutions that fuel economic growth, strengthen communities, and help customers achieve their energy goals. Ready to make a lasting impact? Take the next step in your career with us!

Position Specific Description

NextEra Energy Nuclear is seeking a dynamic Nuclear Technical/Maintenance Instructor Sr - I&C to lead cutting-edge nuclear training programs at our Duane Arnold Energy Center in Palo Iowa, with corporate support from our Jupiter, FL headquarters. You will oversee world-class maintenance training with a focus on I&C that impacts our entire nuclear fleet, delivering instruction both on-site and remotely using advanced technology. This role offers exceptional career growth within a Fortune 200 clean energy leader. Join a team where your expertise drives innovation, safety, and America's clean energy leadership-you're not just teaching, you're building the future of sustainable power.

Job Overview

Job Duties & Responsibilities

• Develops, delivers and improves assigned training courses, supporting materials and instructor/student evaluations using the Systematic Approach to Training (SAT)
• Revises instructional materials to reflect changes in plant design, current plant practices, regulations, and/or operating philosophies
• Provides direction and coaches less-experienced instructors
• Serves as the training program lead to ensure all elements of assigned instruction comply with company standards, NRC regulations, INPO accreditation criteria, and other codes, standards and regulatory requirements
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

• High School Grad / GED
• Bachelor's or Equivalent Experience
• Experience: 7+ years
• Nuclear Experience: 7+ years

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's - Sciences
• Bachelor's - Engineering
• Certified Nuc Trng Instructor Classroom

Special Requirements

Nuclear Specific Requirements:

• Bachelor's in a technical field (e.g., Math, Physical Sciences specialty, Engineering) or equivalent education and/or experience
• Related industry OR nuclear training experience: 8+ years

NextEra Energy offers a wide range of benefits to support our employees and their eligible family members. Click here to learn more.

Employee Group: Exempt
Employee Type: Full Time
Job Category: Training
Organization: NextEra Energy Duane Arnold, LLC
Relocation Provided: Yes, if applicable

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