[Skip to main content](#main-content) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) [Hiring report](/reports/hiring/) · [All NextEra Energy jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/nextera-energy/) · [Search jobs](/search/) NextEra Energy · Palo, IA # Nuclear Engineer II - Civil / Structural Palo, IA, US Operations Listed on NextEra Energy’s official careers site. Listed as of October 18, 2026. Check that it is still open and apply there. [Apply on NextEra Energy’s careers site →](https://jobs.nexteraenergy.com/job/Palo-Nuclear-Engineer-II-Civil-Structural-IA-52324/1416737200/) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) / [NextEra Energy](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/nextera-energy/) / Nuclear Engineer II - Civil / Structural ## Job description ### Requisition ID 96660 NextEra Energy Resources is one of America’s largest wholesale electricity generators, harnessing diverse energy sources to power progress. We deliver tailored energy solutions that fuel economic growth, strengthen communities, and help customers achieve their energy goals. Ready to make a lasting impact? Take the next step in your career with us! Position Specific Description Be part of history as we restart Duane Arnold Energy Center. As an Engineer II, you will contribute to plant restoration, system recommissioning, and operational readiness by applying fundamental structural engineering principles. This role supports a unique nuclear restart effort and requires sound technical judgment, attention to detail, and the ability to contribute meaningfully to complex engineering activities associated with nuclear plant systems and modifications. In this position, you will support preparation of design change products in accordance with established nuclear engineering processes, including performance of engineering analyses, technical evaluations, and documentation. You will assist with project implementation, field support, and turnover activities; support vendor engineering coordination; and apply applicable codes, standards, and regulatory requirements in the execution of engineering work. Preference is given to candidates with transferable qualifications and demonstrated familiarity with the industry standard design process (SDP), 10 CFR 50.59, or relatable nuclear industry experience. This role emphasizes technical rigor, conservative decision making, and accountability for the quality and accuracy of engineering work products. ### Job Overview This job performs activities in support of engineering operations and project completion. Employees in this role conduct engineering root cause analysis and develop cost-effective countermeasures. Individuals also perform engineering fundamental activities to support operations. ### Job Duties & Responsibilities - Performs engineering/analytical tasks to develop reliable, cost-effective recommendations - Uses advanced computer models to develop and study solution feasibility - Prepares engineering documentation and assists with technical support for licensing and other regulatory proceedings - Ensures procured materials and services meet engineering specifications - Performs other job-related duties as assigned ### Required Qualifications Bachelor's - Engineering from an ABET-accredited program Experience: 2+ years Nuclear Experience: 0+ years ### Preferred Qualifications None 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: Engineering Organization: NextEra Energy Duane Arnold, LLC 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. To request a reasonable accommodation, please send an e-mail to recruiting-coordinator.sharedmailbox@nexteraenergy.com, providing your name, telephone number and the best time for us to reach you. NextEra Energy will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. NextEra Energy does not accept any unsolicited resumes or referrals from any third-party recruiting firms or agencies. Please see our policy for more information. #LI-CC2 ## At a glance - Posted by the employer: Not stated - First seen by OpenNash: Aug 20, 2026 - Last checked: Oct 18, 2026 - Listed for: 59 days - Location: Palo, IA, US[Apply on NextEra Energy’s careers site →](https://jobs.nexteraenergy.com/job/Palo-Nuclear-Engineer-II-Civil-Structural-IA-52324/1416737200/) ## More jobs at NextEra Energy ### [Nuclear Civil Engineer - Principal](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/nextera-energy/jobs/9150bcec6cb1f0e0bf22/) Palo, IA, US ### [Nuclear Electrical Engineer - Senior](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/nextera-energy/jobs/b01366fad5dde10f3b1c/) Palo, IA, US ### [Nuclear Engineer I - Civil/Structural](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/nextera-energy/jobs/fc90b5aa09dd4f893b0b/) Palo, IA, US ### [Nuclear Engineering Manager - Electrical / I&C](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/nextera-energy/jobs/5313f50a200d86e72b46/) Palo, IA, US ### [Nuclear Reactor Engineer Principal](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/nextera-energy/jobs/2811fd499adac5ed91fb/) Palo, IA, US ## Similar jobs at other companies ### [Civil/Structural Engineer Sr](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/lockheed-martin/jobs/b07211f4a8903c98946e/) Lockheed Martin · Moorestown, NJ ### [Civil Nuclear Engineer III or Senior Civil Nuclear Engineer – McGuire Nuclear Station](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/duke-energy/jobs/c7744c5f117896dd1206/) Duke Energy · Huntersville, NC ### [Senior Facilities Structural/Civil Engineer](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/bae-systems/jobs/3c1c62e6550700294d02/) BAE Systems · Broomfield, Colorado, United States ### [Civil/Structural Design Engineer Sr- Nuclear](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/entergy/jobs/f63bebce771ee6c7d977/) Entergy · Russellville, Arkansas, United States ### [Structural Engineer, FRE-CSA - Field Remediation Engineering, Civil Architectural Structural](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/amazon/jobs/43e7022a901a16c910fc/) Amazon · US, OR, Umatilla OpenNash lists jobs from employers’ own careers sites and does not handle applications. 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