Nuclear Station Instructor - Operations

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The position is responsible to analyze, design, develop, implement, and evaluate the accredited operations training programs, which includes licensed and non-licensed operator programs, in accordance with the Systematic Approach to Training (SAT).

• 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.
• Cultivate and maintain a close working relationship with the Operations organization.
• Support the Emergency Response Organization by obtaining and maintaining qualification for ERO
• positions owned by the Training Section.
• Support the Outage organization during scheduled refueling outages, which may include temporary
• assignment to other outage support positions.

The incumbent must meet the minimum ANSI requirements 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.

• High School/GED degree AND two ( 2 ) years related work experience
• SRO

• B & W Pressurized Water Reactor Senior Reactor Operator License

• Must have the ability to obtain an SRO certification
• Must maintain unescorted nuclear plant access
• Sound computer skills and be familiar with MS Office applications including Word, PowerPoint, Access, and Excel
• Strong written and verbal communications skills in all settings.
• Post-Bachelors degree (ex. Masters' or professional school equivalent). Nine or more years like work experience.
• 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 INPO accreditation renewal process.
• Previously licensed SRO 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.
• Shift Manager/WCC SRO experience.

• 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 3 full workdays per regular workweek.
• The position requires multiple hours per day in rotating settings to include an office environment, classroom, and simulator. On a less frequent basis, the position is required to spend time in the plant with students and conducting evaluations. Some night shift work is expected to support station and training priorities. Based on the availability of the Station Reference Simulator, the position will require some off-normal working hours (nights & weekends) to support Training needs.

Individuals who do not possess the formal educational…