Senior Reactor Operator - License Class

Position Specific Description

NextEra Energy Resources, LLC, a subsidiary of NextEra Energy Inc. is seeking Senior Reactor Operator candidates at the Duane Arnold Energy Center. This single unit nuclear facility is located just outside Cedar Rapids, Iowa. License Class expects to start as early as March 2026 (onsite date prior to January 2026). Successful candidates will have superior leadership skills, be detail-oriented and have technical aptitude in electronic, hydraulic, and mechanical systems.

While employed in this position, the primary responsibility will be familiarization of the Duane Arnold Energy Center (DAEC) in preparation for the potential restart of DAEC. During this time, employees selected for this position will also prepare for License Class and assign, direct, lead, evaluate and manage the performance of subordinate employees.

Job Overview
The Senior Reactor Operator – License Class position requires participation in License Class, a preparatory program for the job of Operations Unit Supervisor. In order to participate in License Class, six months of commercial nuclear experience is required. During this time, employees selected for this position will prepare for License Class and assign, direct, lead, evaluate and manage the performance of subordinate employees.

Successful candidates partake in several training programs including the Senior Reactor Operator (SRO) training program, Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) SRO license exam, and the Control Room Supervisor Training program. Individuals in this position must make satisfactory progress in preparation for passing the NRC SRO exam, pass the NRC SRO exam, develop leadership, performance management, and technical skills to perform supervisory job responsibilities, and complete the entire program.

Upon successful completion of the entire program, employees will be assigned as Unit Supervisors of the operating crews. Unit Supervisor duties include directing the license activities of licensed operators, serving as station leaders and setting the tone for conduct of all station activities and performing all operational activities to the highest standards and expectations. Unit supervisors must maintain nuclear, radiological, industrial and environmental safety at the forefront of all decisions.

Job Duties & Responsibilities
Completes the site Senior Reactor Operator (SRO) License or Shift Technical Advisor (STA) training program for degreed engineers
Develops planning, organizing, and directing skills
Practices controlling shift operations
Develops up-to-date knowledge of plant operating conditions and limitations established by technical specifications and the plant operating license
Practices performing as an Operations Unit Supervisor and performs associated supervisory duties while training
Progresses in knowledge to pass the NRC SRO exam and program completion
Completes and passes any other training course, instruction, event, simulation, and on-the-job performance expectation
Performs other job-related duties as assigned
Required Qualifications
High School Diploma or equivalent
Candidates for an SRO License shall have a least one of the following qualifications:
Previously held a Senior Reactor Operator license for an operating nuclear power plant
Previously held a Reactor Operator License for an operating nuclear power plant
Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Science as defined by R.G. 1.8 Revision 3
Experience as licensed operator training instructor with an SRO certification.
Two years military experience in a position equivalent to a reactor operator
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor’s – Engineering
Special Requirements
Nuclear-Specific Requirements:

ACAD 10-001 (Guidelines for Initial Training and Qualification of Licensed Operators) apply to this position
Nuclear plant experience: Individuals with a BS degree or equivalent in engineering tech or related sciences must have 18 months at a comparable facility with staff experience (Operations, Engineering, Radiological support, planning/maintenance, chemistry, or accredited training at a current or comparable facility) or 27 months for a non-comparable facility
Rotating shift work
Successful completion of a Licensed Operator Physical
Ability to obtain and maintain unescorted Nuclear Access, including participation in Fitness for Duty Program
Condition of employment: Successful completion of the SRO license class and attainment of NRC SRO license