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Fire Protection Engineer

Seneca, SC · Hybrid

$79K - $106K/yr

Nuclear Power Plant experience * Registered Professional Engineer Working Conditions * Hybrid ... plant environment. * Occasional travel outside the Duke Energy system may be necessary. Specific ...

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Nuclear Engineer III / Sr Nuclear Engineer

York, SC · On-site

$91K - $109K/yr

Consider joining the Duke Energy team, where you'll find a friendly work environment, opportunities ... Electrical/I&C Engineer at a nuclear power plant (Nuclear Engineer III or Senior Nuclear Engineer ...

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RRE O&M Maint Mechanic Tech I

Semora, NC

$20.25 - $26.25/hr

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EHS Consultant

Asheville, NC · On-site

Consider joining the Duke Energy team, where you'll find a friendly work environment, opportunities ... Experience in H&S oversight of Power Plant/Heavy Construction Working Conditions * Office ...

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EHS Consultant

Charlotte, NC · On-site

$85 - $115/hr

Consider joining the Duke Energy team, where you'll find a friendly work environment, opportunities ... Experience in H&S oversight of Power Plant/Heavy Construction**Working Conditions*** Office ...

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EHS Consultant

Greensboro, NC · On-site

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EHS Consultant

Spartanburg, SC · On-site

Consider joining the Duke Energy team, where you'll find a friendly work environment, opportunities ... Experience in H&S oversight of Power Plant/Heavy Construction Working Conditions * Office ...

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To thrive at a Duke Energy Power Plant, you typically need knowledge in electrical or mechanical engineering, strong problem-solving abilities, and relevant technical training or degrees. Familiarity with industrial control systems such as SCADA, OSHA safety protocols, and in some cases, certifications like a Boiler Operator License are important. Strong attention to detail, teamwork, and effective communication skills are valuable soft skills in this environment. These skills ensure safe, efficient plant operations and minimize risks while maintaining compliance with industry regulations.

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A Duke Energy Power Plant job involves operating, maintaining, and managing power generation systems to provide electricity to customers. Employees in these roles may work with coal, natural gas, nuclear, or renewable energy sources. Responsibilities can include monitoring equipment, performing maintenance, ensuring safety compliance, and optimizing power production. These jobs require technical skills, problem-solving abilities, and adherence to strict safety protocols. Many positions also require specialized training or certifications in energy production and plant operations.

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Infographic showing various Duke Energy Power Plant job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 80% Full Time, 19% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 94% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $82,563 per year, or $39.7 per hour.

Fire Protection Engineer

Duke Energy

Seneca, SC • Hybrid

$79K - $106K/yr

Full-time

Posted 28 days ago

Duke Energy rating

8.6

Company rating: 8.6 out of 10

Based on 167 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

10th of 86 rated oil and gas companies

Job description

Important Application Submission Information

In order to ensure your application is successfully received before the job posting expires, please submit your application by 11:59 PM on Tuesday, August 18, 2026More than a career - a chance to make a difference in people's lives.

Build an exciting, rewarding career with us - help us make a difference for millions of people every day. Consider joining the Duke Energy team, where you'll find a friendly work environment, opportunities for growth and development, recognition for your work, and competitive pay and benefits.

Depending upon the desired qualifications of the successful applicant, the hiring manager may elect to fill this position at a higher level within the job hierarchy

The Fire Protection Engineer is responsible for supporting the fleet Fire Protection team at the Oconee Nuclear Station. The position may be filled at the Engineer III or Senior Engineer level, depending on the candidate's experience. Additionally, the role requires providing support to other nuclear plants within the Duke Energy Nuclear Fleet as needed.

Responsibilities

  • Serve as the fire protection subject matter expert, ensuring compliance with NFPA codes, regulatory requirements, fleet/site procedures, and plant licensing standards.

  • Provide engineering and field support to identify, analyze, and resolve fire protection program issues.

  • Support Fire PRAs, NSCA updates, surveillance testing, pre-plans, impairment monitoring, and engineering calculations.

  • Prepare for and support NRC, INPO, NEIL, NSRB, and NOS inspections and audits.

  • Monitor fire protection system performance, review engineering changes, respond to industry operating experience, and represent the company professionally.

Basic/Required Qualifications

Senior Engineer

  • Bachelor of Science or master's degree in engineering from an ABET-accredited program.

  • At least 6 years of engineering experience.

  • Demonstrated ability to complete work with minimal supervision.

Engineer III

  • Bachelor of Science or master's degree in engineering from an ABET-accredited program.

  • Minimum of 4 years of engineering experience.

Desired Qualifications

  • Bachelor of Science in Fire Protection from an ABET-accredited program.

  • At least three years of experience in Fire Protection Engineering responsibilities.

  • Nuclear Power Plant experience

  • Registered Professional Engineer

Working Conditions

  • Hybrid - Work will be performed from both remote and onsite locations after the onboarding period. However, hybrid employees should live within a reasonable commute to the designated Duke Energy facility. Reliable, consistent transportation is required to ensure timely arrival at the applicable facility.

  • Work is performed in both office and plant environments, requiring walking, light lifting, occasional climbing, and exposure to temperature, noise, and radiation.

  • The role operates within a procedural and process-oriented structure due to stringent regulatory requirements.

  • Must be available to work some weekends, holidays, and overtime as required.

  • On-call duty responsibilities are part of the position.

  • Must be able to conduct field walk-downs in an operating plant environment.

  • Occasional travel outside the Duke Energy system may be necessary.

Specific Requirements

  • Ability to achieve nuclear site Unescorted Access/Security clearance.

  • May be required to participate in the Emergency Response Organization (ERO), which could involve callouts with a specified response time and inclusion in an on-call duty rotation requiring the employee to be Fit for Duty.

  • Able to wear personal protective equipment such as hard-hat, safety glasses, and fall protection as needed.

  • Work is conducted in both office and plant environments.

  • Additional hours may be required based on workload and business needs.

  • Occasional overnight travel

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5-15%Relocation Assistance Provided (as applicable)YesRepresented/Union PositionNoVisa Sponsored PositionNo. This is not a Visa Sponsored Position. This role requires the ability to work lawfully in the U.S. without employment-based immigration sponsorship, now or in the future.
Please note that in order to be considered for this position, you must possess all of the basic/required qualifications.

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Duke Energy, a Fortune 150 company headquartered in Charlotte, N.C., is one of America’s largest energy holding companies. Our electric utilities serve 8.2 million customers in North Carolina, South Carolina, Florida, Indiana, Ohio and Kentucky, and collectively own 50,000 megawatts of energy capacity. Our natural gas unit serves 1.6 million customers in North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Ohio and Kentucky. Our company employs 28,000 people.

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Year founded

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