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Engineer I - V - CNS (Probabilistic Risk Assessment)

Brownville, NE, US, 68321-0098

Nebraska Public Power District (NPPD) has an immediate opening for a Engineer I - V - CNS (Probabilistic Risk Assessment) located at Cooper Nuclear Station in Brownville, Nebraska.  Position closes June 15, 2026 at 11:59 p.m. Central Time or until filled. 

 

Position Summary

Note:  Level I to Level V Engineer is considered a progression and is approved by the appropriate manager.  Engineering positions are managed under the NPPD Nuclear Engineering Career Path document. 

 

The Probabilistic Risk Assessment (PRA) Engineer develops, maintains, and applies nuclear power plant PRA models to support safe, reliable, and cost-effectiver operation of Cooper Nuclear Station.

Education, Training and Experience

Requierd: Bachelors of Scicence degree in Engineering dicsicipline (Mechanical, Nuclear or Electrical Engineering preferred). Degree must be ABET Accredited. 

Preferred training and experience:

  • Three or more years prior experience in the nuclear power industry (PRA, DesignEngineering, System Engineering, or Operations preferred)
  • Thermal-Hydraulic and/or radiological dose analysis experience
  • Proficient in the use of EXCEL and/or ACCESS database tools for analyzing data

Licenses and/or Certifications

None

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Evaluate plant design and licensing changes to determine their impact on plant risk.


Implement PRA modeling and techniques to meet industry and regulatory standards foroptimization of programs at CNS.


Develop, maintain, and document PRA computer-based models to efficiently and accuratelyevaluate risk associated with operation and maintenance of the plant.


Provide quantitative and qualitative nuclear risk assessments to support 10CFR50.65, MitigatingSystems Performance Index (MSPI), NRC reactor oversight process, and risk informed licensingactions.

Accountable for other duties as assigned.

Core Competencies

Customer Focus
Employees & Teamwork/Diversity & Inclusion
Integrity/Excellence
Public Service/Environmental Stewardship
Safety

Salary Information - Nebraska Public Power District offers a competitive starting salary with opportunities for growth. In addition to the base salary range listed below, NPPD employees may also be eligible for our Annual Incentive Program (AIP) that may supplement total compensation at a level above and beyond the stated salary range.  Successful applicants will be provided more information regarding the incentive program at the time of an interview.

 

Pay Grade and Typical Pay Grade Starting Salary Range: 

Engineer Level I: Exempt Pay Grade 12: $6,837 - $8,636 per month

Engineer Level II: Exempt Pay Grade 13: $7,668 - $9,686 per month

Engineer Level III: Exempt Pay Grade 14: $8,720 - $11,231 per month

Engineer Level IV: Exempt Pay Grade 15: $10,006 - $12,887 per month

Engineer Level V: Exempt Pay Grade 16: $11,480 - $14,785 per month

 

Travel Required: Up to 25% (With no or minimal overnight stays, less than 3 per month, typically within state of Nebraska)  Travel required may fluctuate by business need. This is an estimate and will be discussed further with candidates that receive an interview.

Nebraska Public Power District offers a competitive starting salary and an excellent benefits package including medical and dental insurance, 401K retirement plan, paid holidays, paid vacation, paid medical, training opportunities and more.

If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact Human Resources at Nebraska Public Power District.

Nebraska Public Power District is an Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer who values the contributions of its diverse work force. We are only legally able to hire persons who are 1) a United States citizen or national, 2) a lawful permanent resident of the United States, or 3) an alien legally authorized to work in the United States.

Benefits

Customers around the state know what to expect from NPPD — quality, reliability and performance excellence. Our values also extend to the way we take care of our employees and their families. We remain on the leading edge by providing competitive benefits that respond to the diverse lifestyles of our people in an ever-changing world.

Salary

Nebraska Public Power District offers a competitive starting salary with opportunities for growth. In addition to the base salary listed in posting, NPPD employees may also be eligible for our Annual Incentive Program (AIP) that may supplement total compensation at a level above and beyond the stated salary range.

Retirement Savings

NPPD employees may participate in two retirement plan options – a 401(k) plan and a 457(b) plan. Both plans allow for pre-tax or Roth contributions. After the first six months of employment, the 401(k) plan includes a generous matching contribution from NPPD. The five-year vesting period begins on an employee’s hire date. Our retired employees are eligible for retiree healthcare benefits as well as a life benefit paid out to designated beneficiaries upon their passing.

Health & Wellness

At NPPD, we care about the health and wellness of our employees. We offer new teammates two competitive hospital / medical plan options to fit their lifestyle and family needs. We also make an annual contribution to employee Health Savings Accounts, which can be used to offset out-of-pocket expenses. Employees and their spouse are invited to participate in a variety of wellness initiatives offered throughout the year as a way to enhance their wellness, reduce health risks and promote healthy lifestyles.

Other Benefits

Employees earn vacation on a schedule commensurate with their years of service. We also offer paid holidays as well as personal and family medical leave, including birth mother recovery leave and parental child bonding leave. All full-time employees receive a life insurance policy equivalent to two times the participant's annual salary at no cost to the employee. NPPD also offers dental and vision insurance as well as personal accident, accidental death and dismemberment, critical illness, hospital indemnity, long-term care, pre-paid legal/identity theft, and short-and long-term disability insurance plans. Additional benefits include college tuition reimbursement, relocation assistance and complimentary access to an Employee Assistance Program.

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