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Important Application Submission InformationIn order to ensure your application is successfully received before the job posting expires, please submit your application by 11:59 PM on Friday, October 23, 2026More than a career - a chance to make a difference in people's lives.Build an exciting, rewarding career with us – help us make a difference for millions of people every day. Consider joining the Duke Energy team, where you'll find a friendly work environment, opportunities for growth and development, recognition for your work, and competitive pay and benefits.Position SummaryThis is the career/senior level of the Engineering classification hierarchy. Employees at this level manage work in engineering areas of specialization, with minimal supervision. Incumbents are expected to develop advanced skills and to have the ability to work independently, with guidance limited to unusual or complex projects or issues. They are fully competent in use of concepts and procedures. They identify problems, develop solutions and take actions to resolve. Senior Engineer represents a level at which career may stabilize for many years.The Senior Nuclear Licensing Engineer in the New Nuclear Generation group is responsible for developing regulatory documents, being a subject matter expert on licensing issues, overseeing and reviewing vendor documents, and engaging with the NRC (i.e., verbally and in written correspondence) as part of the licensing team within the New Nuclear Generation organization.ResponsibilitiesPrepares high quality documents in a timely manner, including correspondence that will be submitted to the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC), Department of Energy (DOE), and State environmental and health organizations.Interfaces with the NRC, DOE, and other State or local agencies representing the New Nuclear Generation group’s interests in regulatory engagement meetings, including audits, public meetings, and NRC Project Manager and Branch Chief interactions.Provides thorough and accurate reviews of vendor documents and ensures satisfactory resolution of regulatory issues that arise from those reviews.Develops new procedures or generates revisions to existing procedures and processes in accordance with company policies.Serves as a member of the Emergency Response Organization (ERO).Represents Duke Energy on various working groups, task forces and other industry organizations.Ensures accomplishment of business goals and objectives through effective planning, organizing, estimating, scheduling, and monitoring of work activities where only limited standardization exists; handles differing situations which require searching for solutions within area of expertise.Prepares thorough and accurate correspondence and documentation with the ability to conduct analysis and recommend process enhancements and standards relative to area of assignment.Develops positive internal and external working relationships to effectively coordinate work activities and regulatory engagement. Maintains accurate records and files.Provides engineering/regulatory expertise and guidance in the identification, analysis and resolution of complex problems in area of expertise with the ability to visualize long-term results and assess impacts on an integrated basis.Possesses and applies a broad knowledge of principles, practices, and procedures; demonstrates ability to analyze and recommend enhancements to business processes and develops standards relevant to area of assignment. Keeps abreast of new requirements, technologies and processes.Coaches and mentors other engineering and non-degreed engineering professionals.Required/Basic QualificationsThe incumbent must meet the minimum ANSI requirements for this position identified within the scope of Nuclear Operating Fleet Administrative Procedure AD-LS-ALL-0011, Confirmation of Regulatory Guide 1.8 Personnel Qualifications1 year of nuclear power plant experienceBachelor of Science in Engineering from an ABET accredited program or state registration as a Professional Engineer.A Master's degree in engineering will 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. Note: In the enterprise (non-nuclear) engineering hierarchy, registration as a Professional Engineer may be required at the Senior level by some departments. (e.g. Transmission, Distribution, Gas Engineering) Desired QualificationsBachelors degree in EngineeringIn addition to desired degree, 8 years related work experienceTechnical Nuclear Certification and/or Senior Reactor Operator and/or Reactor Operator and/or Professional EngineerMBA or Master's degreeWorking ConditionsHybrid Mobility Classification – Work will be performed from both remote and onsite locations after the onboarding period. However, hybrid employees must live within a reasonable commute to their designated Duke Energy facility, not greater than 50 miles one way. Employees are expected to report to their assigned Duke Energy facility as required and directed by their manager, on average 3 full workdays per regular work week.Travel Requirements5-15%Relocation Assistance Provided (as applicable)YesRepresented/Union PositionNoVisa Sponsored PositionNo. This is not a Visa Sponsored Position. This role requires the ability to work lawfully in the U.S. without employment-based immigration sponsorship, now or in the future.Please note that in order to be considered for this position, you must possess all of the basic/required qualifications.PrivacyDo Not Sell My Personal Information (CA)Terms of UseAccessibilitySummaryLocation: Charlotte, NCType: Full time

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