Senior Nuclear Licensing Engineer

Duke Energy Corporation

. Develop regulatory documents and serve as a subject matter expert on licensing issues .

Posted 10/10/2026full-timeCharlotte • North Carolina • United StatesSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in regulatory document development and vendor oversight within the nuclear power sector, while effectively engaging with regulatory bodies such as the NRC and DOE. Capable of coaching engineering professionals and enhancing processes in compliance with industry standards.

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Regulatory Document DevelopmentNuclear Power Plant ExperienceProfessional Engineer RegistrationEmergency Response Organization MembershipTechnical Nuclear Certification

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Hard Skills

Engineering AnalysisProcess EnhancementRegulatory ComplianceDocument ReviewProblem ResolutionProcedure DevelopmentProject ManagementVendor OversightData ManagementTechnical Writing

Soft Skills

CoachingMentoringCommunicationOrganizational SkillsInterpersonal Skills

Certifications & Qualifications

Professional EngineerTechnical Nuclear CertificationSenior Reactor OperatorReactor Operator

Industry Keywords

NRCDOEEmergency Response OrganizationNuclear Regulatory ComplianceANSI RequirementsABET AccreditationNuclear Operating FleetRegulatory EngagementHealth OrganizationsEnvironmental Agencies

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop regulatory documents and serve as a subject matter expert on licensing issues
Oversee and review vendor documents and ensure satisfactory resolution of regulatory issues
Engage verbally and in writing with the NRC as part of the licensing team
Prepare correspondence for submission to the NRC, DOE, and state environmental and health organizations
Interface with the NRC, DOE, and state or local agencies in regulatory engagement meetings, audits, public meetings, and NRC Project Manager and Branch Chief interactions
Develop new procedures and revise existing procedures and processes in accordance with company policies
Serve as a member of the Emergency Response Organization (ERO)
Represent Duke Energy on working groups, task forces, and industry organizations
Plan, organize, estimate, schedule, and monitor work activities
Conduct analysis, recommend process enhancements and standards, and maintain accurate records and files
Provide engineering and regulatory expertise and guidance in identifying, analyzing, and resolving complex problems
Keep abreast of new requirements, technologies, and processes
Coach and mentor engineering and non-degreed engineering professionals

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum ANSI requirements identified within Nuclear Operating Fleet Administrative Procedure AD-LS-ALL-0011, Confirmation of Regulatory Guide 1.8 Personnel Qualifications
1 year of nuclear power plant experience
Bachelor of Science in Engineering from an ABET accredited program or state registration as a Professional Engineer
A Master's degree in engineering may be considered in lieu of the B.S. engineering degree
Minimum of 6 years of engineering experience, or 5 years of engineering experience with state registration as a Professional Engineer
Ability to work lawfully in the U.S. without employment-based immigration sponsorship, now or in the future
Willingness/ability to report to the assigned Duke Energy facility as required, averaging 3 full workdays per regular work week
Ability to live within a reasonable commute, not greater than 50 miles one way, to the designated Duke Energy facility
Travel requirement of 5–15%
Desired: Bachelor's degree in Engineering
Desired: 8 years of related work experience
Desired: Technical Nuclear Certification and/or Senior Reactor Operator and/or Reactor Operator and/or Professional Engineer
Desired: MBA or Master's degree

Benefits

Comp & perks

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