Nuclear Station Instructor – Operations

Duke Energy Corporation

. Analyze, design, develop, implement, and evaluate accredited operations training programs for licensed and non-licensed operators using the Systematic Approach to Training (SAT) .

Posted 10/2/2026full-timeSeneca • South Carolina • United StatesJuniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in developing and implementing accredited operations training programs in compliance with INPO and NRC requirements, utilizing the Systematic Approach to Training (SAT). Possesses strong analytical skills to evaluate training needs and improve training materials and processes.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Senior Reactor Operator (SRO) LicenseSystematic Approach to Training (SAT)Operations Training ExperienceINPO Accreditation Renewal ProcessMS Office Applications

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Hard Skills

Training Program DevelopmentTraining Material RevisionClassroom TrainingSimulator TrainingEvaluation Tool DevelopmentProcess Improvement AnalysisProject Planning and OrganizationNuclear Power Plant ExperienceEmergency Response Organization SupportTraining Assessment Participation

Soft Skills

CollaborationCommunicationLeadershipOrganizational SkillsRelationship Building

Certifications & Qualifications

SRO CertificationSRO Instructor Certification

Industry Keywords

Nuclear OperationsINPO RequirementsNRC ComplianceANSI RequirementsNuclear Training Methodologies

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Analyze, design, develop, implement, and evaluate accredited operations training programs for licensed and non-licensed operators using the Systematic Approach to Training (SAT)
Develop, revise, and update technically accurate training materials
Conduct classroom, flow loop, simulator, and in-plant training
Develop, administer, grade, and control examinations and other evaluation tools
Evaluate training programs, students, and materials; recommend, track, and implement improvements
Support quality training programs complying with INPO and NRC requirements, industry criteria, and customer expectations
Participate in site and industry training assessments, audits, and evaluations
Maintain alignment with nuclear station groups, activities, and current training methodologies
Maintain diverse qualifications and skills to provide various classes and services
Cultivate a close working relationship with the Operations organization
Support the Emergency Response Organization by maintaining qualifications for ERO positions owned by the Training Section
Support scheduled refueling outages, including possible temporary assignment to outage support positions
Work across office, classroom, simulator, and plant settings, including rotating and off-normal hours

Requirements

What you’ll need

High School/GED degree AND two (2) years related work experience
Current or previous Senior Reactor Operator (SRO) license or SRO certification
0.25 years of nuclear power plant experience
Must meet minimum ANSI requirements under Nuclear Operating Fleet Administrative Procedure AD-LS-ALL-0011 and Regulatory Guide 1.8 Personnel Qualifications
Must maintain unescorted nuclear plant access
Must have the ability to obtain an SRO certification
Must have the ability to obtain an SRO instructor certification
Sound computer skills and familiarity with MS Office applications including Word, PowerPoint, Access, and Excel
Previous Operations Training experience, including qualification in classroom, simulator, OJT/TPE, and developer settings
Demonstrated working knowledge of the Systematic Approach to Training (SAT) process
Experience in the INPO accreditation renewal process
Previously licensed SRO or certified at a similar plant design
Ability to analyze work processes and procedures to determine training needs and make process improvements
Ability to plan, organize, lead, and monitor major activities and projects
Must be able to work lawfully in the U.S. without employment-based immigration sponsorship, now or in the future
Ability to work hybrid from within a reasonable commute of the designated Duke Energy facility, not greater than 50 miles one way
Some night shift, weekend, and off-normal-hours work required
Travel requirement of 5–15%

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive pay and benefits
Opportunities for growth and development
Recognition for your work
Hybrid work arrangement
Relocation assistance provided (as applicable)