Nuclear Operations Direct License - Robinson Nuclear Plant

Important Application Submission Information

In order to ensure your application is successfully received before the job posting expires, please submit your application by 11:59 PM on Sunday, February 22, 2026.

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This position is for individuals entering a direct license program to gain an NRC license at a Duke Energy facility. Individuals will be expected to successfully pass all license training program requirements to obtain an NRC license as a Reactor Operator or Senior Reactor Operator.

• Shift Work
• Frequent Overtime
• Weekend / Holiday Work
• Testing Required
• Plant environment w/extreme temperature ranges and high humidity
• Exposure to dust, fumes, and high noise levels
• Ability to wear protective clothing including hard hat, safety glasses, hearing protection and gloves due to heavy industrial environment (rotating equipment with high temperature and high-pressure fluids up to 650 °F and 2 235 PSIG)
• Includes climbing, stooping, pulling and pushing

• High school diploma or the equivalent
• Shall have one or more of the following:
  • 4 year Engineering degree in technology, physical sciences AND greater than 12 months experience at a comparable design commercial nuclear facility or greater than 21 months at a non‑comparable design commercial nuclear facility
  • Professional Engineer (PE) AND greater than 12 months experience at a comparable design commercial nuclear facility or greater than 21 months at a non‑comparable design commercial nuclear facility
  • Nuclear Navy Experience – Reactor operator, Propulsion Watch Officer, Engineering Watch Supervisor or Engineering officer of the Watch
  • Current or Previous RO/SRO license with greater than 1 year experience at a comparable (BWR/PWR) facility similar design or greater than 18 months non‑similar design at a commercial nuclear facility
  • Nuclear Operations Instructor – SRO Certification AND greater than 4 years of SRO‑certified instructor experience

• Current or Previous RO/SRO license with greater than 1 year experience at a comparable (BWR/PWR) facility similar design or greater than 18 months non‑similar design at a commercial nuclear facility
• Naval Experience (Reactor Operator, Engineering Officer of the Watch, Propulsion Plant Watch Officer, Engineering Watch Supervisor, or Propulsion Plant Watch Supervisor)
• A high degree of manual dexterity and mature judgment
• Strong mechanical aptitude
• Demonstrated effective written and verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively with a wide range of customers in all levels of an organization
• Demonstrated effective analytical, problem solving, and decision‑making skills
• Ability to deliver superior results within allocated time through effective prioritization, scheduling, planning and execution of assigned work
• Demonstrated the ability to work as part of a team, be a self‑starter, exercise flexibility, and take personal responsibility for assigned accountabilities
• Demonstrated ability to adapt to changing processes, regulations, responsibilities, and work environments

• This role requires the use of weight‑rated equipment, with max ratings ranging from 275 lbs to 325 lbs, in order to meet the essential functions of the job.
• Respirator Clearance/SCBA
• Fire Brigade
• Mandatory hearing protection program
• Nuclear Pre‑Access Drug Screen
• Ability to lift 50 pounds
• Successful completion of pre‑employment aptitude testing is required
• Must be able to obtain nuclear access

5‑15%

• Relocation Assistance Provided (as applicable)
• Represented/Union Position:
  No
• Visa Sponsored Position:
  No

Important note:

to be considered for this position, you must possess all of the basic/required qualifications.