Nuclear Station Operations Training Instructor

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In order to ensure your application is successfully received before the job posting expires, please submit your application by 11:59 PM on Thursday, November 26, 2026

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Position Summary

This individual will analyze, design, develop, implement, and evaluate the accredited operations training programs, which includes licensed and non-licensed operators.

Responsibilities

• Develop, revise, and update training materials to ensure technical accuracy and content.
• Conduct classroom, flow loop, simulator and in-plant training.
• Develop, administer, grade, and control examinations and other appropriate evaluation tools.
• Evaluate training programs, students, training materials, and recommend, track and implement improvements.
• Support the development and implementation of quality training programs that comply with INPO and NRC requirements, industry criteria, and customer expectations. Participate in site and industry training assessments, audits and evaluations.
• Maintain contact and alignment with nuclear station groups and activities and current training methodologies to ensure technical competence for providing the assigned training programs. Maintain diverse qualifications and skills to provide various classes and services.

Required/Basic Qualifications

The incumbent must meet the minimum ANSI requirements (or equivalencies) for this position identified within the scope of Nuclear Operating Fleet Administrative Procedure AD-LS-ALL-0011, Confirmation of Regulatory Guide 1.8 Personnel Qualifications. ANSI requirements are generally equal to or less than the posted basic requirements.

• High School/GED degree
• 2 years related work experience
• Senior Reactor Operator (SRO)
  • Navy Reactor Operator, Engineering Watch Supervisor or Engineering Officer of the Watch qualifications, if hired will be required to successfully complete SRO Certification

Additional Desired Qualifications

• Westinghouse Pressurized Water Reactor Senior Reactor Operator License
• Must possess sound computer skills and be familiar with MS Office applications including Word, PowerPoint, Access, and Excel.
• Must be able to demonstrate strong written and verbal communications skills in all settings.
• Must be willing to work various shifts to support the training schedules including evening and back-shift hours.
• Must maintain unescorted nuclear plant access
• Previous Operations Training experience which includes the following: Qualified in all training settings (classroom, simulator, OJT/TPE, developer) with a demonstrated sound working knowledge of the SAT process and experience in the NRC initial License examination process and INPO accreditation renewal process.
• Previously licensed or certified at a similar plant design.
• Proven self-starter, results oriented, requiring little/no supervision.
• Ability to learn new software such as action tracking and Vision..
• Ability to analyze work processes and procedures for determining training needs and to make process improvements.
• Previous involvement with projects requiring interface with the NRC or INPO within the last three years.
• Ability to plan, organize, lead and monitor major activities and projects

Working Conditions

• Hybrid Mobility Classification – Work will be performed from both remote and onsite locations after the onboarding period. However, hybrid employees must live within a reasonable commute to their designated Duke Energy facility, not greater than 50 miles one way. Employees are expected to report to their assigned Duke Energy facility as required and directed by their manager, on average 2 full workdays per regular work week.

Specific Requirements

• Current or previous Senior Reactor Operator (SRO) license or SRO certification
• 0.25 years of nuclear power plant experience
• Shall have demonstrated knowledge of instructional techniques through training or experience
• Must have the ability to obtain an SRO instructor certification

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Travel Requirements

5-15%

Relocation Assistance Provided (as applicable)

Yes

Represented/Union Position

No

Visa Sponsored Position

No. This is not a Visa Sponsored Position. This role requires the ability to work lawfully in the U.S. without employment-based immigration sponsorship, now or in the future.

Please note that in order to be considered for this position, you must possess all of the basic/required qualifications.

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