Nuclear Reactor Engineer I or Nuclear Reactor Engineer II - Brunswick Nuclear Plant

Southport, North Carolina, United States

• Category: Mechanical Engineering

Description

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More than a career - a chance to make a difference in people's lives.

Build an exciting, rewarding career with us – help us make a difference for millions of people every day. Consider joining the Duke Energy team, where you'll find a friendly work environment, opportunities for growth and development, recognition for your work, and competitive pay and benefits.

“Depending upon the desired qualifications of the successful applicant, the hiring manager may elect to fill this position at a higher level within the job hierarchy”

Position Summary 

This is the entry level of the Engineering classification hierarchy. Employees at this entry level solve problems in engineering areas of specialization with close supervision. Incumbents are expected to develop skills, and the ability to work with greater independence. They have knowledge of fundamental concepts and procedures.

Responsibilities 

Provides engineering/technical expertise and guidance to reactor operations personnel.

Assists in the accomplishment of business goals and objectives through effective planning, organizing, estimating, scheduling and monitoring of work activities under the guidance of higher-level employees.

Prepares thorough and accurate technical reports, correspondence, documentation, calculations and sketches associated with the resolution of routine technical problems.

Possesses knowledge of fundamental concepts, practices and procedures.

Develops positive working relationships to effectively coordinate work activities. Demonstrates effective oral and written communication skills. Maintains accurate records and files.

Supports the company's goals and represents the company positively and professionally.

Become a qualified control room reactor engineer within one year timeframe.

Develop reactor power maneuver plans.

Perform startup and routine reactor physics testing.

Required/Basic Qualifications 

Nuclear Engineer I 

Graduation from a four-year college or university with a Bachelor of Science in Engineering from an ABET accredited program. A master's degree in engineering will be considered in lieu of the B. S. engineering degree.

Nuclear Engineer II

Graduation from a four-year college or university with a Bachelor of Science in Engineering from an ABET accredited program. A Master's degree in engineering will be considered in lieu of the B. S. engineering degree.

Minimum of 2 years of engineering experience

Desired Qualifications 

Bachelor's degree in Nuclear Engineering

In addition to desired degree, 2 years related work experience

Additional Preferred Qualifications

Understanding of basic engineering theories and principles

Understanding of basic practices of researching engineering and design issues, evaluating alternatives, making sound recommendations and preparing and presenting recommendations

Ability to deal with a variety of individuals from various socio-economic, cultural and ethnic backgrounds

Good written and oral communication skills

Passing grade on the Engineering Fundamentals Exam

Understanding of basic principles of project management

Working Conditions

Onsite Mobility Classification – Work will be performed at a company facility.

Office and main control room environment.

Shift work required during refueling outages and down power activities.

Specific Requirements

Bachelor of Science in Engineering from an ABET accredited program

A master's degree in engineering will be considered in lieu of the B. S. engineering degree

Travel Requirements

Not required

Relocation Assistance Provided (as applicable)

No

Represented/Union Position

No

Visa Sponsored Position No

Please note that in order to be considered for this position, you must possess all of the basic/required qualifications.

Company

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Duke Energy

Duke Energy makes life better for millions of people every day by providing electric and gas services in a sustainable way – affordable, reliable and clean.

We are the largest electric power holding company in the United States, supplying and delivering energy to approximately 7.3 million U.S. customers. We have approximately 57,500 megawatts of electric generating capacity in the Carolinas, the Midwest and Florida – and natural gas distribution services in Ohio and Kentucky.

Our commercial and international businesses own and operate diverse power generation assets in North America and Latin America, including a portfolio of renewable energy assets.Headquartered in Charlotte, N.C., Duke Energy is a Fortune 250 company traded on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol DUK.

Quick Facts

• 150+ years of service
• 7.3 million electric customers and 500,000 gas customers
• Fortune 250 company
• $120+ billion in assets
• Dow Jones Sustainability Index for North America
• 100 Best Corporate Citizens by Corporate Responsibility magazine
• 57,500 megawatts of generating capacity from a diverse mix of coal, nuclear, natural gas, oil and renewable resources
• Service area covering approximately 95,000 square miles in the Southeast and Midwest