Nuclear Electrical Engineer - Senior
Nextera Energy
Palo, IA · Posted October 10, 2026
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About the job
NextEra Energy Resources is one of America’s largest wholesale electricity generators, harnessing diverse energy sources to power progress. We deliver tailored energy solutions that fuel economic growth, strengthen communities, and help customers achieve their energy goals. Ready to make a lasting impact? Take the next step in your career with us!
Position Specific Description
Be part of history as we restart Duane Arnold Energy Center. In this senior‑level role, you will apply your electrical engineering expertise to unprecedented technical challenges involving plant restoration, system recommissioning, and operational readiness. Your engineering expertise will drive critical decisions related to electrical power and control systems and equipment, regulatory compliance, and design modifications that support both the restart effort and long‑term plant operation. This is a long‑term role within the operating organization. You will collaborate closely with cross‑functional teams and provide technical consultation to leadership during restart activities and throughout the operating life of the plant. This is engineering at its most impactful—powering Iowa’s clean energy future through innovation and technical excellence.
To be successful in this role, you may also bring:
Senior‑level electrical engineering experience supporting commercial power generation facilities
Experience with electrical distribution systems, electric motors and drive systems, DC systems and Uninterruptible power, cable systems, and protection and control of electrical equipment
Familiarity with electrical system analysis, including load flow and short‑circuit studies; experience with ETAP or similar tools is a plus
Experience working in licensed commercial nuclear power generation with established regulatory and configuration control processes
Job Overview
This job is responsible for performing engineering activities that support projects and operations across the nuclear business. Employees in this role apply broad nuclear plant engineering experience and principles to make decisions and recommendations. Individuals work with independence and have wide latitude to exercise judgment over technical solution development.
Job Duties & Responsibilities
Performs highly complex engineering tasks that require knowledge and experience with nuclear industry standards and regulations
Leads discussions in a group setting to resolve problems or coordinate design production
Applies nuclear industry standards and regulations to solve new problems and address situations
Serves as technical liaison within the nuclear business unit
Performs other job-related duties as assigned
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's - Engineering from an ABET-accredited program
Experience: 5+ years
Nuclear Experience: 0+ years
Preferred Qualifications
None
Special Requirements
Nuclear Specific Requirements:
None
NextEra Energy offers a wide range of benefits to support our employees and their eligible family members. Click here to learn more.
Employee Group: Exempt Employee Type: Full Time Job Category: Engineering Organization: NextEra Energy Duane Arnold, LLC Relocation Provided: Yes, if applicable
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