Instructor - Operations

The Operations Instructor plays a vital role in training and qualifying nuclear plant operators at Susquehanna Steam Electric Station (SSES), one of the largest dual-unit Boiling Water Reactor sites in the U.S. This position supports the development of licensed and non-licensed operators through all phases of the Systematic Approach to Training (SAT), ensuring high-quality learning experiences that enhance operator performance and uphold operational excellence.

As an extension of Operations leadership, the instructor models the technical and leadership behaviors expected of station personnel. This role includes classroom instruction, simulator training, and in-plant evaluations, as well as active involvement in performance improvement initiatives and emergency response readiness.

How You’ll Power the Future

At Talen Energy, your work fuels progress. In this role, you’ll do more than contribute you’ll drive meaningful change by:

• The individual with full-time duties and responsibilities for instructing personnel or developing training materials.
• Train and evaluate Operations personnel in classroom settings, the control room simulator, and the plant environment.
• Instruct and assess non-licensed operators, initial license candidates, licensed operators, shift technical advisors, shift managers, and other station personnel as needed.
• Obtain and maintain Senior Reactor Operator (SRO) certification and instructor qualifications per station standards.
• Develop and maintain training materials, including lesson plans, simulator scenarios, job performance measures, procedures, curriculum schedules, and evaluation tools.
• Identify, analyze, and address performance gaps using the station’s corrective action program.
• Support simulator fidelity and certification in accordance with NRC regulations and ANSI standards.
• Participate in performance improvement activities such as self-assessments, benchmarking, and program reviews.
• Support collateral duties including:
• Refueling outage support
• Response to emergent plant issues
• On-call participation in the Emergency Response Organization

What You Have

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in a technical field from an accredited college or university AND four years of experience in the operation or operations training of a commercial nuclear power plant or the Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program.
• -OR- RO/SRO license/certification AND High school diploma/GED AND six years of experience in the operation or operations training of a commercial nuclear power plant or the Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program.
• -OR- High school diploma/GED AND eight years of experience in the operation or operations training department of a commercial nuclear power plant or the Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program.
• Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program Instructor experience (e.g., time served teaching at Prototype, ‘A’ School, or Power School), and qualifications (Engineering Watch Supervisor, Engineering Officer of the Watch, Propulsion Plant Watch Supervisor, and Propulsion Plant Watch Officer) will be considered in lieu of RO/SRO license/certification.i

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous Senior Reactor Operator (SRO) License or Certification at a Boiling Water Reactor (BWR), or
• Previous Reactor Operator (RO) License at Susquehanna, or
• Ten (10) years of Operations experience
• Previous classroom and simulator instructor experience (preferred), or
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with demonstrated potential to meet Susquehanna instructional standards
• Experience developing regulatory examinations in accordance with NUREG-1021, Operator Licensing Examination Standards for Power Reactors
• Completion of INPO Instructor Certification Program
• Previous supervisory experience
• Proficiency with VISION© training administration software
• Proficiency operating L3M™ simulator software

Why Talen Energy?

Power the Future

Talen Energy is one of the largest competitive energy and power generation companies in North America. We operate power plants that use diverse fuel sources in the most attractive wholesale power markets and sell energy to wholesale and retail customers in selected competitive markets. Our passion for excellence grows value through safe and efficient operations. We have an inclusive, diverse, respectful, and collaborative workplace, and a strong commitment to innovation, teamwork, and integrity. We generate energy for a brighter tomorrow.

Collaboration

Our passion for excellence grows value through safe and efficient operations. We have an inclusive, diverse, respectful, and collaborative workplace.

Talen Energy offers an exceptional benefits program to its employees. Benefits include comprehensive health, dental, vision, prescription plans, life insurance, and disability insurance.  In addition, employees are eligible to participate in Talen Energy’s 401(k) plan.  Talen Energy also provides competitive vacation and sick time to its employees.

Talen Energy is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer dedicated to diversity and the strength it brings to the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, sex, religion, national origin, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, disability, perceived disability or any other protected characteristic as may be defined by applicable law.

If you need assistance with the application process, please email us at [email protected]

Please be aware that Talen Energy requires extensive Nuclear Power Plant background security clearance.

Note: You will have an opportunity to add attachments to your application. Please use this opportunity to upload your resume, cover letter, and any relevant documents .