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. 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. 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 Preferred Qualifications Senior Reactor Operator (SRO) Certification at a Boiling Water Reactor (BWR) Previous Reactor Operator (RO) License at Susquehanna Ten (10) years of Operations experience Previous classroom and simulator instructor experience (preferred) 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 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 . Talen is a leading independent power producer and energy infrastructure company dedicated to powering the future. We own and operate approximately 10.7 GW of power infrastructure in the United States, including 2.2 gigawatts of nuclear power and a significant dispatchable fossil fleet. We produce and sell electricity, capacity, and ancillary services into wholesale power markets in the United States, with our generation fleet principally located in the Mid-Atlantic and Montana. Our team is committed to generating power safely and reliably and delivering the most value per megawatt produced. Talen is also powering the digital infrastructure revolution. We are well-positioned to capture this significant opportunity, as data centers serving artificial intelligence increasingly demand more reliable, clean power. We have an inclusive, diverse, respectful, and collaborative workplace, and a strong commitment to innovation, teamwork, and integrity. Talen is headquartered in Houston, Texas. Talen Energy is an equal opportunity 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. For more information visit www.talenenergy.com. If you need assistance with the application process, please email us at Careers@talenenergy.com