Nuclear Engineer I or II (Mechanical) – Catawba Nuclear Station

Catawba Nuclear Plant is seeking a Mechanical Systems Engineer to join the Plant Engineering – Operations Support Engineering team. The role offers the opportunity to contribute to the long-term reliability and performance of critical plant systems—including cooling towers, service water, fire protection, and several nuclear primary systems—within a highly regulated and technically rigorous environment.

About the role

As part of the engineering team, the candidate will directly support the preventive maintenance program, monitoring and trending equipment performance, provide technical oversight and engineering support to operations and maintenance organizations, and set direction for the strategic long-term planning of power plant equipment to ensure optimum equipment reliability. These are junior-level positions within the Engineering classification hierarchy. Employees at this level possess an understanding of basic engineering theories and principles. Incumbents are expected to use engineering practices to research engineering and design issues, evaluate alternatives, make sound recommendations, and prepare and present recommendations to engineering and site management.

Both positions offer a 4-day, 10-hour workweek (Monday–Thursday) with a hybrid work schedule (at least 2 of 4 days are in the office; the others may be taken at home). Overtime requirements are infrequent. You will work inside an operating power plant, gaining fieldwork experience, inspections, and walkdowns while the nuclear station provides life-essential electricity to the surrounding community and power grid.

Responsibilities

• Provides engineering/technical expertise and guidance in the identification, analysis, and resolution of problems of increasing scope and complexity, both inside and outside the scope of typical responsibility.
• Prepares thorough and accurate technical reports, correspondence, documentation, calculations, and sketches related to defined problems and analysis of increasing scope and complexity.
• Conducts engineering and related studies; completes non-routine engineering projects with minimal oversight, with the ability to independently manage project schedules and interfaces; competent to design, operate, and maintain systems with moderate impact on existing systems.
• Possesses and applies the fundamental concepts, practices, and procedures; proficient in technical and analytical competencies necessary to handle assignments of increasing complexity.
• Develops positive working relationships to effectively coordinate work activities. Demonstrates effective oral and written communication skills. Maintains accurate records and files.
• Supports the company's goals and represents the company positively and professionally.

Requirements

Nuclear Engineer II

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering from an ABET-accredited program. A Master's degree in engineering will be considered in lieu of the B.S. engineering degree.
• Minimum of 2 years of engineering experience.

Nuclear Engineer I

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering from an ABET-accredited program. A Master's degree in engineering will be considered in lieu of the B.S. engineering degree.
• No experience required.
• Passing grade on the Engineering Fundamentals Exam.
• Experience in the utility industry.
• Proficient in practices of researching engineering and design issues, evaluating alternatives, making sound recommendations, and preparing and presenting recommendations.
• Good written and oral communication skills.

Specific Requirements

• Able to achieve nuclear site Unescorted Access.
• This position may require Emergency Response Organization (ERO) responsibilities, which could include callouts with a defined response time to the site and an on-call duty rotation requiring the employee to be Fit for Duty.

Working Conditions

• An office environment with some routine work in the plant to conduct inspections and/or walkdowns.
• Hybrid work posture: At least 2 days per week are supported on-site at the Catawba Nuclear Station after the onboarding period.

Travel Requirements

5-15%

Benefits

• Paid Time Off / Vacation in addition to Holidays, Sick Time, and Dependent Care.
• Eligibility for Duke Energy’s 401K program, including matching contributions.

Schedule

4-day, 10-hour workweek (Monday–Thursday) with a hybrid work schedule.

Relocation assistance provided (as applicable).