Nuclear Engineer Associate

Requisition ID:  93476 

Florida Power & Light Company is the largest electric utility in the U.S., providing reliable energy to nearly 12 million Floridians. With one of the nation’s most fuel-efficient, cost-effective power generation fleets and industry-leading reliability, we’re redefining what’s possible in energy. Want to be part of something powerful? Join our outstanding team and help shape the future of energy.

 

Position Specific Description

We are seeking a nuclear engineer to join our team at the Jupiter West Corporate office.  In this role, you will be responsible for providing technical expertise in support of PWR and BWR nuclear plants, specifically in the areas of core design, fuel management, and safety analyses.  Key responsibilities include:

• Perform and oversee nuclear reactor analyses including core design, RSAC calculations, NDR calculations, and criticality analyses
• Perform and oversee LOCA and other safety analyses in accordance with NRC regulations
• Develop and enhance automation tools to standardize processes and reduce errors
• Execute engineering projects requiring original concepts and minimal precedence

The selected candidate will have:

• Ability to work independently on complex engineering tasks requiring original problem-solving
• Familiarity with nuclear computer applications and engineering software
• Familiarity with core design and analysis process

Additionally, it is highly desired that the candidate will have:

• Bachelor's degree in Nuclear Engineering or related field
• Proficiency in Python or other object-oriented programming languages

Job Overview

This job supports the project and operational work of senior engineers. Employees in this role perform fundamental engineering tasks that require the application of standard techniques, procedures and criteria. Individuals participate in the engineering analysis and evaluation process and test solutions to solve problems.

Job Duties & Responsibilities

• Performs fundamental engineering activities that require the application of standard techniques, procedures and criteria
• Participates in the analysis and evaluation of engineering problems
• Prepares design change and technical evaluation research for review  
• Develops test activity to evaluate recommended solutions and analyzes data for result inconsistencies
• Coordinates Engineering activities with other Engineering departments and with other company departments
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's - Engineering
• Experience: 0+ years

Preferred Qualifications

• None

Special Requirements

Nuclear Specific Requirements:

• Entry level job requiring comprehension of engineering principles, theory, and their application to power plant systems, components, and structures
• Knowledge of assigned Engineering specialty

 

Nuclear Specific Preferences:

• Internship experience

 

NextEra Energy offers a wide range of benefits to support our employees and their eligible family members. Click here to learn more.

 

Employee Group:  Exempt
Employee Type:  Full Time
Job Category:  Engineering
Organization:  Florida Power & Light Company 
Relocation Provided:  Yes, if applicable

 

NextEra Energy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, age, national origin, religion, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetics, disability, protected veteran status or any other basis prohibited by law. 

 

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