Engineer I or II – Intelligent Monitoring / Thermal Performance (Nuclear)

Location: Hybrid, based in Southport, North Carolina, or at one of the six Duke Nuclear sites or the corporate office; requires the ability to work lawfully in the United States without employment-based immigration sponsorship. The role includes office and plant work, occasional overnight travel, 5–15% travel, emergency response responsibilities, and on-call duty rotation.

Company

Power and energy company operating a nuclear fleet that supports millions of customers.

What you will do

• Monitor mechanical and electrical systems and components through software platforms.
• Maintain continuous online monitoring models for nuclear plant assets.
• Collaborate with system, component, and thermal performance engineers to support equipment reliability.
• Contribute to problem-solving, innovation, and automation projects.
• Prepare technical reports, correspondence, and documentation for routine technical problem resolution.
• Provide plant walkdowns and field support for modification implementation.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering from an ABET-accredited program, or a master’s degree in engineering in lieu of a bachelor’s degree.
• Engineer I: 0–2 years of engineering experience.
• Engineer II: 2–4 years of engineering experience, including at least 1 year of nuclear experience.
• Ability to obtain nuclear site Unescorted Access/Security clearance and work lawfully in the U.S. without visa sponsorship.
• Ability to work in office and plant environments, wear required personal protective equipment, and participate in emergency response or on-call duties when required.
• Additional hours and occasional overnight travel may be required.

Nice to have

• Knowledge of thermal performance monitoring at large power-generating stations.
• Knowledge of information technology, database applications, analytics, vibration analysis, turbomachinery, or thermal hydraulics.
• Knowledge of instrumentation, measurement, and measurement uncertainty.
• Passing grade on the Engineering Fundamentals Exam.
• Utility industry experience and understanding of basic project management principles.

Culture & Benefits

• Hybrid work split between office and remote work.
• Opportunities for growth and development.
• Competitive pay and benefits.
• Relocation assistance may be provided.
• Non-union position.