Nuclear Engineer Associate

NextEra Energy

About The Position

Florida Power & Light Company is the largest electric utility in the U.S., providing reliable energy to nearly 12 million Floridians. With one of the nation’s most fuel-efficient, cost-effective power generation fleets and industry-leading reliability, we’re redefining what’s possible in energy. Want to be part of something powerful? Join our outstanding team and help shape the future of energy. We are seeking a nuclear engineer to join our team at the Jupiter West Corporate office. In this role, you will be responsible for providing technical expertise in support of PWR and BWR nuclear plants, specifically in the areas of core design, fuel management, and safety analyses. Key responsibilities include: Perform and oversee nuclear reactor analyses including core design, RSAC calculations, NDR calculations, and criticality analyses Perform and oversee LOCA and other safety analyses in accordance with NRC regulations Develop and enhance automation tools to standardize processes and reduce errors Execute engineering projects requiring original concepts and minimal precedence Additionally, it is highly desired that the candidate will have: Bachelor's degree in Nuclear Engineering or related field Proficiency in Python or other object-oriented programming languages Job OverviewThis job supports the project and operational work of senior engineers. Employees in this role perform fundamental engineering tasks that require the application of standard techniques, procedures and criteria. Individuals participate in the engineering analysis and evaluation process and test solutions to solve problems.

Requirements

Bachelor's - Engineering
Experience: 0+ years
Entry level job requiring comprehension of engineering principles, theory, and their application to power plant systems, components, and structures
Knowledge of assigned Engineering specialty
Ability to work independently on complex engineering tasks requiring original problem-solving
Familiarity with nuclear computer applications and engineering software
Familiarity with core design and analysis process

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in Nuclear Engineering or related field
Proficiency in Python or other object-oriented programming languages
Internship experience

Responsibilities

Performs fundamental engineering activities that require the application of standard techniques, procedures and criteria
Participates in the analysis and evaluation of engineering problems
Prepares design change and technical evaluation research for review
Develops test activity to evaluate recommended solutions and analyzes data for result inconsistencies
Coordinates Engineering activities with other Engineering departments and with other company departments
Performs other job-related duties as assigned
Perform and oversee nuclear reactor analyses including core design, RSAC calculations, NDR calculations, and criticality analyses
Perform and oversee LOCA and other safety analyses in accordance with NRC regulations
Develop and enhance automation tools to standardize processes and reduce errors
Execute engineering projects requiring original concepts and minimal precedence