Senior Nuclear Engineer – Safety Analysis Applications

Duke Energy Corporation

Nuclear engineer developing thermal-hydraulic safety analyses for Duke Energy’s PWR reactors. Supporting licensing, plant operations, and NRC-compliant methods for clean electricity generation.

Posted 8/20/2026full-timeCharlotte • North Carolina, South Carolina • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in thermal-hydraulic simulations and safety analysis for PWR reactors, utilizing NRC-approved methodologies and codes. Proficient in developing and maintaining computer codes for safety analysis while ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.

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Thermal-Hydraulic SimulationsSafety Analysis Codes (RETRAN, RELAP, GOTHIC)Nuclear Engineering ExperienceProfessional Engineer (PE) LicenseUnix/Linux Workstation Experience

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Hard Skills

Thermal Hydraulic CalculationsComputer Programming (FORTRAN, Python, VBA)Containment-Response SimulationsNuclear Fuel Safety AnalysisHeat Transfer AnalysisFlow ModelingSingle Failure AnalysisNPSH AnalysisLicensing Amendment Requests50.59 Evaluations

Soft Skills

CollaborationTechnical TrainingCommunication

Tools & Technologies

NRC-Approved CodesPlant ModelsSafety Analysis Computer Codes

Certifications & Qualifications

Fundamentals of Engineering CertificateProfessional Engineer (PE) License

Industry Keywords

Nuclear EngineeringPWR ReactorsRegulatory ComplianceEmergency Response OrganizationUnescorted Access/Security Clearance

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

LinuxPythonUnixVBA

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop, maintain, and execute in-house methodologies for Duke Energy’s PWR fleet related to containment-response computer simulations during transients and accidents described in UFSAR Chapter 6
Perform complex transient thermal-hydraulic simulations and analyses for all Duke Energy PWR reactors, including emergent plant support
Analyze containment temperature and pressure response to postulated pipe breaks using NRC-approved codes and plant models
Prepare accurate calculation files, technical reports, and correspondence
Develop, qualify, and maintain computer codes used in safety analysis
Collaborate with internal, industry, vendor, and regulatory personnel
Participate in technical training activities
Work with Regulatory Compliance to create or review Licensing Amendment Request packages
Develop and help license improved safety-analysis methods that improve thermal margin or plant operational margins
Plan work to produce high-quality deliverables meeting station and NRC requirements and reload licensing or project commitments
Follow NRC-approved methodologies for reload and containment analyses

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor of Science in Engineering from an ABET accredited program
A Master's degree in engineering may be considered in lieu of a Bachelor of Science in Engineering
Nuclear Engineer III: 4–6 years of engineering experience
Senior Nuclear Engineer: minimum of 6 years of engineering experience, or 5 years with state registration as a Professional Engineer
Minimum of 1 year of nuclear experience
Preferred: Bachelor of Science degree in Nuclear Engineering from an ABET accredited program
Fundamentals of Engineering Certificate and/or Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred
Experience with safety analysis codes such as RETRAN, RELAP, and GOTHIC, or equivalents
Experience with nuclear fuel and PWR safety analysis
Familiarity with Westinghouse or B&W NSSS reactor systems
Experience with License Amendment Requests and 50.59 Evaluations
Unix and/or Linux workstation experience
Computer programming experience with FORTRAN, Python, VBA, or equivalent
Knowledge of thermal hydraulic calculations, including heat transfer, flow modeling, single failure analysis, and NPSH analysis
Ability to achieve nuclear site Unescorted Access/Security clearance
Ability to work lawfully in the U.S. without employment-based immigration sponsorship
May require Emergency Response Organization responsibilities, callouts, on-call duty rotation, and Fit for Duty
Occasional travel to other Duke Energy sites, industry sites, and conferences/meetings
Travel requirements: 5–15%

Benefits

Comp & perks

Friendly work environment
Opportunities for growth and development
Recognition for your work
Competitive pay and benefits
Onsite dining
Medical clinic
Fitness center
Flexible work schedule
Relocation assistance provided (as applicable)