Nuclear Operations Direct License Candidate - Oconee Nuclear Station

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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 Sunday, February 8, 2026

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Nuclear Operations Direct License Candidate

Job Summary

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.

Working Conditions

• 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 650f and 2235 psig)
• Includes climbing, stooping, pulling and pushing

Basic / Required Qualifications

• 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 noncomparable 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 noncomparable 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

Desired Qualifications

• 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

Specific Requirements

• This role requires the use of weight rated equipment, with max ratings ranging from 275lbs to 325lbs, 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

Travel Requirements

5-15%

Relocation Assistance Provided (as applicable)

Yes

Represented/Union Position

No

Visa Sponsored Position

No

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

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