Engineer I/Engineer II – Safety Analysis Applications, Nuclear

Duke Energy Corporation

. Develop, maintain, and execute in-house methodologies for PWR fleet computer simulations of containment response during UFSAR Chapter 6 transients and accidents .

Posted 11/5/2026full-timeUnited StatesJuniorMid-LevelWebsite

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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, preparing technical documentation, and collaborating with regulatory and industry personnel.

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Thermal Hydraulic SimulationsNRC-Approved CodesSafety Analysis MethodsNuclear Engineering DegreeEmergency Response Organization Responsibilities

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Hard Skills

Thermal Hydraulic CalculationsSafety Analysis CodesFORTRAN ProgrammingPython ProgrammingVBA ProgrammingHeat Transfer AnalysisFlow ModelingSingle Failure AnalysisNPSH AnalysisContainment Response Analysis

Soft Skills

CollaborationTechnical CommunicationProblem SolvingAttention to DetailAdaptability

Tools & Technologies

Linux WorkstationRETRANRELAPGOTHICNuclear Fuel Analysis

Certifications & Qualifications

Fundamentals of Engineering CertificateProfessional Engineer (PE) License

Industry Keywords

PWR ReactorsNRC ComplianceLicensing Amendment Requests50.59 EvaluationsEmergency Procedure Setpoints

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

LinuxPythonVBA

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop, maintain, and execute in-house methodologies for PWR fleet computer simulations of containment response during UFSAR Chapter 6 transients and accidents
Perform complex transient thermal hydraulic simulations and analyses for 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 to improve thermal margin and 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
Support ECCS hydraulic simulations, Emergency Procedure Setpoints, EOF technical support, LOCA analysis vendor interface, and training simulator transient validations
Travel to other Duke Energy sites, industry sites, and industry conferences or meetings as needed
Potentially perform Emergency Response Organization duties and on-call rotations

Requirements

What you’ll need

Nuclear Engineer I: Bachelor of Science in Engineering from an ABET accredited program; applicants accepted with appropriate progress to receiving degree by May 2027
Nuclear Engineer I: A Master's degree in Engineering will be considered in lieu of a Bachelor of Science in Engineering
Nuclear Engineer I: 0-2 years of engineering experience
Nuclear Engineer II: Bachelor of Science in Engineering from an ABET accredited program
Nuclear Engineer II: A Master's degree in Engineering will be considered in lieu of a Bachelor of Science in Engineering
Nuclear Engineer II: 2-4 years of engineering experience
Nuclear Engineer II: Minimum of 1 year of nuclear experience
Ability to achieve nuclear site Unescorted Access/Security clearance
Ability to work lawfully in the U.S. without employment-based immigration sponsorship, now or in the future
Must reside in the greater Charlotte area and within a reasonable commute, not greater than 50 miles one way, to the designated Duke Energy facility
Ability to satisfy potential Emergency Response Organization responsibilities, including callouts, on-call duty rotation, and Fit for Duty requirements
Occasional off-hour emergent work required
Travel requirement of 5-15%
Desired: Bachelor of Science degree in Nuclear Engineering from an ABET accredited program
Desired: Fundamentals of Engineering Certificate and/or Professional Engineer (PE) license
Desired: Experience with safety analysis codes such as RETRAN, RELAP, and GOTHIC, or equivalents
Desired: Experience with nuclear fuel and PWR safety analysis
Desired: Familiarity with Westinghouse or B&W NSSS reactor systems
Desired: Experience with License Amendment Requests and 50.59 Evaluations
Desired: Linux workstation experience
Desired: Computer programming experience with FORTRAN, Python, VBA, or equivalent
Desired: Knowledge of thermal hydraulic calculations, including heat transfer, flow modeling, single failure analysis, and NPSH analysis

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)
2 remote workdays in a hybrid schedule