Nuclear Engineer III or Senior Nuclear Engineer – Material Engineer
| Company | Duke Energy |
|---|---|
| Location | Huntersville, NC, USA |
| Salary | $Not Provided – $Not Provided |
| Type | Full-Time |
| Degrees | Bachelor’s, Master’s |
| Experience Level | Senior |
Requirements
- Bachelor of Science in Engineering from an ABET accredited program
- A Master’s degree in engineering will be considered in lieu of a Bachelor of Science in Engineering
- 4-6 years of engineering experience for Nuclear Engineer III
- Minimum of 6 years of engineering experience or 5 years of engineering experience with state registration as a Professional Engineer for Senior Nuclear Engineer
- Able to achieve nuclear site access
- Required to wear personal protective equipment (hardhat, safety glasses, fall protection, etc.) as needed
Responsibilities
- Design/direct laboratory failure analysis investigations of power plant (nuclear, fossil, hydroelectric) and various other metallic and non-metallic components
- Develop positive working relationships and clearly communicate with plant engineers
- Provide technical expertise and guidance to laboratory technicians
- Provide thorough and accurate documentation of lab results
- Provide consulting support to plants on materials and corrosion issues
- Assist plant engineers with communicating lab results to regulatory agencies when requested
- Represent the company positively and professionally
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor of Science degree in Metallurgical or Materials Engineering, or Materials Science
- North and South Carolina Professional Engineer Certifications
- Experience with analysis methods such as metallography, mechanical testing, electron microscopy and various spectroscopic techniques, as well as interpretation of metallographic and fractographic evidence
- Computer proficient with Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, etc.)
- Effective problem solving and analytical ability with demonstrated written/oral communication skills
- Self-motivated with the ability to manage and prioritize multiple assignments
- Strong personal commitment maintaining a safe work environment
- Comfortable working with radioactively contaminated materials
- General understanding of non-metallic materials analysis methods including FTIR
- Knowledge of nuclear, fossil, and hydroelectric power plant systems
- Familiarity with welding processes and materials, especially as pertaining to ASME Code Section IX