Nuclear Systems Operator II

NextEra Energy•Seabrook, NH

8d•Onsite

About The Position

The Nuclear Systems Operator II operates, maintains, inspects, and tests equipment associated with the secondary side of a pressurized water reactor generating facility, and assists with operation and testing of assigned primary-side systems and components. The role trains to develop proficiency in the station’s primary systems and supports safe, reliable plant operations. This position is based at Seabrook Nuclear Plant in Seabrook, New Hampshire, with a target start date of February 1, 2027, or sooner. Work is performed on a rotating shift schedule as directed by the Control Room. The position also requires participation in assigned emergency-response duties and major outages, which may involve shift work or extended hours beyond the normal schedule.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in engineering or a Bachelor of Science in a related technical area, or completion of Navy Nuclear Power School, or equivalent education and/or experience.
Successful completion of the Edison Electric Institute (EEI) Plant Operator Selection System (POSS) aptitude test.
Ability to maintain assigned qualifications and fulfill emergency-response requirements, including drills and response to actual emergencies.
Ability to participate in assigned major outages, which may involve shift work and extended hours.
Ability to work on a rotating shift schedule.

Nice To Haves

Zero to two years of experience with power generation equipment.
Relevant college internships; preferred but not necessary for candidates graduating without prior experience or those who completed Navy Nuclear Power School.

Responsibilities

Operate, maintain, inspect, and test secondary-side equipment, components, systems, and auxiliaries of the nuclear generating station.
Assist with operating and testing assigned primary systems and components, and train toward qualification and proficiency on primary-side systems.
Perform assigned work in accordance with applicable rules, regulations, procedures, and programs, including work in Radiation Protection and Chemistry areas.
Maintain work stations until properly relieved and keep equipment, work areas, access routes, and spaces clean, safe, and free of hazards or obstructions, including snow when required.
Perform routine equipment maintenance, such as adding oil or grease, adjusting packing, and changing filters.
Conduct routine visual inspections of secondary equipment and spaces and notify the Control Room of abnormal conditions.
Read prints and schematics and use them to perform work, equipment lineups, and testing.
Perform Station switching and tagging in accordance with approved procedures.
Serve as a Fire Brigade member during fire emergencies, complete the required annual Fire Encounters Agility Test, and assist with medical emergencies using appropriate equipment as directed.
Perform duties as a member of the Hazardous Materials Incident Response Team and assist the Confined Space Rescue Team and Technical Rescue Team as directed.
Serve as an assigned Emergency Response Organization responder, maintain applicable qualifications, participate in drills and exercises, and respond to actual emergencies, including radiological emergencies, as required by the Seabrook Station Radiological Emergency Plan.
Participate in assigned major outages, perform a designated outage position, and maintain required training qualifications.
Maintain qualifications as a VT-2 inspector.
Recommend stopping plant activities that could jeopardize personnel or equipment safety or safe power generation.
Assist in developing Operations Department procedures and programs and recommend improvements.
Record required information and prepare reports and logs as assigned.
Participate in and successfully complete Station and Operations Department training, and prepare for advancement through continued training and qualification.
Perform other duties and responsibilities as required.