Nuclear Operations Unit Supervisor (Senior Reactor Operator - License Class)

NextEra Energy•Palo, IA

26d•Onsite

About The Position

NextEra Energy Resources is seeking Senior Reactor Operators for their Duane Arnold Energy Center, a single-unit BWR nuclear facility near Cedar Rapids, Iowa. The role involves preparation for a targeted restart operation of the facility, including participation in a 2027 license class scheduled for June 2027, with a preferred onsite date by January 2027. This position requires strong leadership, attention to detail, and technical aptitude in electronic, hydraulic, and mechanical systems. While preparing for the license class, employees will also be responsible for assigning, directing, leading, evaluating, and managing the performance of subordinate employees.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent
Six months of commercial nuclear experience
Previously held a Senior Reactor Operator license for an operating nuclear power plant
Previously held a Reactor Operator License for an operating nuclear power plant
Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Science as defined by R.G. 1.8 Revision 3
Experience as licensed operator training instructor with an SRO certification.
Two years military experience in a position equivalent to a reactor operator
ACAD 10-001 (Guidelines for Initial Training and Qualification of Licensed Operators) apply to this position
Nuclear plant experience: Individuals with a BS degree or equivalent in engineering tech or related sciences must have 18 months at a comparable facility with staff experience (Operations, Engineering, Radiological support, planning/maintenance, chemistry, or accredited training at a current or comparable facility) or 27 months for a non-comparable facility
Rotating shift work
Successful completion of a Licensed Operator Physical
Ability to obtain and maintain unescorted Nuclear Access, including participation in Fitness for Duty Program
Successful completion of the SRO license class and attainment of NRC SRO license

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's - Engineering

Responsibilities

Familiarization of the Duane Arnold Energy Center (DAEC) in preparation for its targeted restart operation.
Preparation for License Class.
Assigning, directing, leading, evaluating, and managing the performance of subordinate employees.
Completing the site Senior Reactor Operator (SRO) License or Shift Technical Advisor (STA) training program for degreed engineers.
Developing planning, organizing, and directing skills.
Practicing controlling shift operations.
Developing up-to-date knowledge of plant operating conditions and limitations established by technical specifications and the plant operating license.
Practicing performing as an Operations Unit Supervisor and performing associated supervisory duties while training.
Progressing in knowledge to pass the NRC SRO exam and program completion.
Completing and passing any other training course, instruction, event, simulation, and on-the-job performance expectation.
Performing other job-related duties as assigned.
Directing the license activities of licensed operators.
Serving as station leaders and setting the tone for conduct of all station activities.
Performing all operational activities to the highest standards and expectations.
Maintaining nuclear, radiological, industrial, and environmental safety at the forefront of all decisions.