Nuclear Operations Direct License Candidate - Brunswick Nuclear Plant

dukeenergy· 801 Duke Energy Progress, LLC
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📍 Southport, NCFull time

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Important Application Submission Information

In order to ensure your application is successfully received before the job posting expires, please submit your application by 11:59 PM on Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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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.

*** Anticipated start date will be February 2027***


Nuclear Operations Direct License Candidate


Job Summary

This position is for individuals entering a direct license program to gain an NRC license at a Duke Energy facility. Individuals will be expected to successfully pass all license training program requirements to obtain an NRC license as a Reactor Operator or Senior Reactor Operator.



Working Conditions

  • Shift Work
  • Frequent Overtime
  • Weekend / Holiday Work
  • Testing Required
  • Plant environment w/extreme temperature ranges and high humidity
  • Exposure to dust, fumes, and high noise levels
  • Ability to wear protective clothing including hard hat, safety glasses, hearing protection and gloves due to heavy   industrial environment (rotating equipment with high temperature and high-pressure fluids up to 650f and 2235 psig)
  • Includes climbing, stooping, pulling and pushing


Basic / Required Qualifications

  • High school diploma or the equivalent
  • Shall have one or more of the following:
    • 4 year Engineering degree in technology, physical sciences AND greater than 12 months experience at a comparable design commercial nuclear facility or greater than 21 months at a noncomparable design commercial nuclear facility
    • Professional Engineer (PE) AND greater than 12 months experience at a comparable design commercial nuclear facility or greater than 21 months at a noncomparable design commercial nuclear facility
    • Nuclear Navy Experience – Reactor operator, Propulsion Watch Officer, Engineering Watch Supervisor or Engineering officer of the Watch
    • Current or Previous RO/SRO license with greater than 1 year experience at a comparable (BWR/PWR) facility similar design or Greater than 18 months non-similar design at a commercial nuclear facility
    • Nuclear Operations Instructor – SRO Certification AND greater than 4 years of SRO-certified instructor experience


Desired Qualifications

  • Naval Experience (Reactor Operator, Engineering Officer of the Watch, Propulsion Plant Watch Officer, Engineering Watch Supervisor, or Propulsion Plant Watch Supervisor)
  • A high degree of manual dexterity and mature judgment
  • Strong mechanical aptitude
  • Demonstrated effective written and verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively with a wide range of customers in all levels of an organization
  • Demonstrated effective analytical, problem solving, and decision-making skills
  • Ability to deliver superior results within allocated time through effective prioritization, scheduling, planning and execution of assigned work
  • Demonstrated the ability to work as part of a team, be a self-starter, exercise flexibility, and take personal responsibility for assigned accountabilities
  • Demonstrated ability to adapt to changing processes, regulations, responsibilities, and work environments


Specific Requirements

  • This role requires the use of weight rated equipment, with max ratings ranging from 275lbs to 325lbs, in order to meet the essential functions of the job.
  • Respirator Clearance/SCBA
  • Fire Brigade
  • Mandatory hearing protection program
  • Nuclear Pre-Access Drug Screen
  • Ability to lift 50 pounds
  •  Successful completion of pre-employment aptitude testing is required
  •  Must be able to obtain nuclear access    

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.

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