Nuclear Reactor Engineer II

NextEra Energy • Palo, IA

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About The Position

NextEra Energy Resources is seeking a Reactor Engineer to join the Operations team at the Duane Arnold Energy Center in Palo, Iowa. The position supports the historic restart of the boiling water reactor facility, helping restore the plant to safe, reliable power generation and contributing to the culture, processes, and technical foundation of the restarting plant.

The role supports engineering operations and project completion through engineering analysis, root cause evaluation, development of cost-effective countermeasures, and engineering fundamentals that support plant operations. Reactor Engineering work includes monitoring reactor core performance and operating parameters, managing reactivity, supporting Operations during reactor evolutions, responding to emergent plant conditions, and assisting with refueling outages and startup or restart activities.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering from an ABET-accredited program.
• At least 2 years of experience.
• Nuclear experience: 0 or more years.

Nice To Haves

• A degree in Nuclear Engineering is strongly preferred; equivalent technical education and relevant reactor engineering experience may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Perform reactor core monitoring and analysis to support compliance with Technical Specification surveillance requirements, including LPRM and APRM calibrations, thermal limits monitoring, and evaluation of MFLPD, MCPR, and LHGR.
• Develop, review, and implement reactivity management strategies for power maneuvers, control rod pattern adjustments, coastdown operations, and core performance.
• Provide technical guidance and real-time support to Operations during reactivity evolutions and reactor core assessments.
• Respond to emergent plant conditions by performing technical evaluations, identifying corrective actions, and collaborating with Operations and other station organizations.
• Support refueling outages and plant startup or restart activities, including special assignments and duties outside the normal scope as needed to meet milestones.
• Perform engineering and analytical tasks to develop reliable, cost-effective recommendations.
• Use advanced computer models to develop and study solution feasibility.
• Prepare engineering documentation and assist with technical support for licensing and other regulatory proceedings.
• Ensure procured materials and services meet engineering specifications.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• A wide range of benefits for employees and eligible family members.
• Relocation provided, if applicable.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level