Nuclear Training Operations Instructor Senior

Florida Power & Light Company is the largest electric utility in the U.S., providing reliable energy to nearly 12 million Floridians. With one of the nation’s most fuel-efficient, cost-effective power generation fleets and industry-leading reliability, we’re redefining what’s possible in energy. Want to be part of something powerful? Join our outstanding team and help shape the future of energy. Position Specific Description The Senior Instructor at Turkey Point supports a two-unit nuclear site in South Florida, delivering high-quality training that ensures operational excellence and regulatory compliance. This role plays a key part in developing and qualifying licensed operators and maintaining a high-performing training program. Key Responsibilities: Deliver classroom and simulator instruction to initial and continuing training students Support qualification of instructors, including classroom and simulator certification Prepare for and maintain Senior Reactor Operator (SRO) certification Evaluate student performance and provide coaching to improve outcomes Critique and continuously improve training materials, processes, and procedures Collaborate with operations to ensure training aligns with plant needs Work Environment & Structure: Approximately 60% classroom instruction, 30% simulator instruction, 10% material development Position supports both initial and continuing training programs, reporting through program leadership to the Site Training Manager Opportunity to take on increased leadership or program ownership over time Candidate Profile: Former SRO with instructor certification and demonstrated instructional experience Strong operational background with a passion for developing others Proven ability to coach, influence, and drive performance improvement High level of accountability and attention to detail Previous Turkey Point (PTN) experience is a plus At NextEra Energy, our most important resource is our people—this role is critical in developing the next generation of nuclear professionals. Job Overview This job is responsible for preparing employees to pass the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) initial and requalification operator and senior operator licensing examinations. Employees in this role deliver integrated systems training to participants that covers plant operations and prepares them to stand field and/or control room watch duty. Job Duties & Responsibilities Designs, develops, implements and presents integrated systems training and initial operator and requalification training programs in accordance with the applicable regulatory requirements Operates the simulator and classroom display instruction system during training in accordance with approved procedures Develops and administers written and oral examinations to include simulator and plant observation Evaluates and documents operator candidate knowledge of controls and systems Revises instructional materials to reflect changes in plant design, current plant practices, regulations, and/or operating philosophies Provides direction to less experienced instructors and function as program lead Maintains a senior reactor operator certification or license for the site where instruction duties are being performed Performs other job-related duties as assigned Required Qualifications High School Grad / GED Bachelor’s or Equivalent Experience Experience: 7+ years Nuclear Experience: 7+ years Preferred Qualifications Bachelor's - Sciences Bachelor's - Engineering Certified Nuc Trng Instructor Classroom SRO License - Active, Inactive, or Prior Special Requirements Nuclear Specific Requirements: Bachelor’s in a technical field (e.g., Math, Physical Sciences specialty, Engineering) or equivalent education and/or experience Related industry OR nuclear operations training experience: 8+ years Upon hire, SRO certification must be obtained for the site where training duties are performed 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: Training Organization: Florida Power & Light Company Relocation Provided: Yes, if applicable NextEra Energy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, age, national origin, religion, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetics, disability, protected veteran status or any other basis prohibited by law. NextEra Energy provides reasonable accommodation in its application and selection process for qualified individuals, including accommodations related to compliance with conditional job offer requirements, consistent with federal, state, and local laws. Supporting medical or religious documentation will be required where applicable and permitted by applicable law. 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