Duke Energy Corporation

Nuclear Engineer I or Nuclear Engineer II

Duke Energy Corporation • $70K — $95K *
Hartsville, SC 29550In-Person
Energy & Utilities
Less than 5 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor of Science in Engineering from an ABET accredited program required.
  • Master's degree in engineering may substitute for bachelor's degree.
  • 0-2 years of engineering experience for Nuclear Engineer I; 2-4 years for Nuclear Engineer II.
  • Minimum of 1 year of nuclear experience required for Nuclear Engineer II.
  • Proficiency in engineering principles, project management, and communication skills preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Provide technical expertise for identifying and resolving complex engineering problems.
  • Plan and monitor work activities to meet business goals and objectives effectively.
  • Prepare detailed technical reports and documentation for analysis and problem resolution.
  • Conduct engineering studies and manage non-routine projects with limited oversight.
  • Develop strong working relationships to facilitate project coordination and documentation.
  • Support company goals with a positive professional representation.
  • Design changes for systems including AC/DC power systems, motors, switchgear, and more.

Benefits

  • Relocation assistance provided where applicable.
  • Opportunity for professional development within the nuclear field.
  • Potential for career advancement through the dual level hiring process.
  • Access to a dynamic work environment combining office and plant settings.
Full Job Description
*The hiring manager may elect to fill this position at a Nuclear Engineer I or Nuclear Engineer II level depending on the qualifications of the successful candidate*

Summary

The Electrical Design team manages the development, design, and implementation of plant modifications. The individual will be responsible for developing the scope, technical basis, installation, and testing requirements for plant modifications installed in the plant. Ongoing support of assigned engineering changes through work order reviews, corrective action program assignments, and field installation support activities is required.

Responsibilities
  • Provides engineering/technical expertise and guidance in the identification, analysis, and resolution of problems of increasing scope and complexity in both inside as well as outside the scope of typical responsibility.
  • Ensures accomplishment of business goals and objectives through effective planning, organizing, estimating, scheduling, and monitoring of work activities; decisions may affect the operations or results of the work group and may have some impact on major projects or department results.
  • Prepares thorough and accurate technical reports, correspondence, documentation, calculations, and sketches related to defined problems and analysis of increasing scope and complexity.
  • Conducts engineering and related studies; completes non-routine engineering projects with minimal oversight with the ability to independently manage project schedules and interfaces; competent to design, operate and maintain systems with moderate impact on existing systems.
  • Possesses and applies the fundamental concepts, practices, and procedures; proficient in technical and analytical competencies necessary to handle assignments of increasing complexity.
  • 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.
  • Design Changes would include AC power systems, DC power systems, Large AC motors, Transformers, Switchgear, Motor Control Centers, Voltage Regulators, Breakers, etc.


Basic / Required Qualifications

Nuclear Engineer I
  • Bachelor of Science in Engineering from an ABET accredited program.
  • A master's degree in engineering will be considered in lieu of a Bachelor of Science in Engineering
  • 0-2 years of engineering experience


Nuclear Engineer II
  • Bachelor of Science in Engineering from an ABET accredited program.
  • A Master 's degree in Engineering will be considered in lieu of a Bachelor of Science in Engineering.
  • 2-4 years of engineering experience.
  • Minimum of 1 year of nuclear experience.


Preferred Qualifications
  • Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from an ABET accredited program.
  • Proficient in engineering theories and principles.
  • Proficient in practices of researching engineering and design issues, evaluating alternatives, making sound recommendations, and preparing and presenting recommendations based on solid engineering judgement.
  • Good written and oral communication skills.
  • Proficient in principles of project management.
  • Experience in the utility industry


Specific Requirements
  • In lieu of 1 year of nuclear experience, a selected candidate is subject to the oversight and written approval authority of a designated qualified individual until the selected candidate becomes fully qualified.
  • Able to achieve nuclear site Unescorted Access/Security clearance.
  • This position may be required to have Emergency Response Organization (ERO) responsibilities which could include callouts with a defined response time to the site and an on-call duty rotation requiring the employee to be Fit for Duty.
  • Required to wear personal protective equipment (hardhat, safety glasses, fall protection, etc.) as needed.
  • Office and plant environments.
  • Additional hours expected as workload/business need requires.
  • Occasional overnight travel.


Working Conditions
  • Typically, an office environment with some work in the plant to conduct system walkdowns and field support of modification implementation.


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.

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

About Duke Energy Corporation

Duke Energy is one of the largest energy holding companies in the United States. Its Electric Utilities and Infrastructure business unit serves approximately 7.5 million customers located in six states in the Southeast and Midwest.

Duke Energy Corporation Careers

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Learn more about Duke Energy Corporation
Size
27,605 employees
Market Cap
$79 billion
Industry
Energy & Utilities
Net Income
$1.3 billion
5 Year Trend
+2%
Revenue
$23.8 billion
NASDAQ
DUK
* Ladders Estimates

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