: Nuclear Engineer III/Senior Nuclear Engineer

Duke Energy•York, SC

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Duke Energy's Nuclear Fuels Engineering (NFE) department is seeking candidates passionate about nuclear energy's role in a clean energy future. The NFE department is unique in the industry by owning and performing in-house methods and analysis for nearly all aspects of the fuel cycle, from contracting fuel supply to long-term storage of spent fuel. This role offers the opportunity to build an exciting, rewarding career with Duke Energy, a clean energy leader in the electricity generation industry, with opportunities for growth and development, recognition, and competitive pay and benefits. The position is located in Charlotte, North Carolina, with options to work from nearby nuclear sites. The hiring manager may elect to fill this position at a higher level within the job hierarchy depending upon the qualifications of the successful applicant.

Requirements

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.
Minimum of 1 year of nuclear experience.
Nuclear Engineer III: 4-6 years of engineering experience.
Sr Nuclear Engineer: Minimum of 6 years of engineering experience or 5 years of engineering experience with state registration as a Professional Engineer.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor of Science degree in Nuclear Engineering from an ABET accredited program.
Fundamentals of Engineering Certificate and/or Professional Engineer (PE) license.
Experience with core and thermal hydraulic codes such as RETRAN and VIPRE or their equivalents.
Experience with PWR transient analysis.
Experience with development and support of License Amendment Requests and 50.59 Evaluations.
Familiarity with the basic systems of a Westinghouse or B&W NSSS reactor.
Unix and/or Linux workstation experience.
Computer programming experience (FORTRAN/Python/VBA/etc.).

Responsibilities

Developing and updating in-house transient analysis methodologies for proposed power uprates and 24-month fuel cycle transitions at McGuire, Catawba, and Harris Nuclear plants.
Performing UFSAR Chapter 15 accident analyses at uprated power conditions.
Ensuring each reload core design, uprated or non-uprated, is performed in accordance with NRC approved methods and meets all limits.
Perform and review UFSAR Chapter 15 non-LOCA transient analyses.
Prepare thorough and accurate technical reports, correspondence, and documentation.
Qualify and maintain computer codes used in calculating DNB limits or verifying other limits are met.
Participate in reload core design teams to ensure each reload is designed to meet all applicable safety limits and are performed in accordance with NRC approved in-house methodologies.
Collaborate/interface with Duke, industry, vendor, and regulatory personnel.
Participate in technical training activities.