Nuclear Engineer I, II, III or Principal

As one of the largest investor-owned utility companies in the United States, PPL Corporation (NYSE: PPL), is committed to creating long-term, sustainable value for our 3.5 million customers, our shareowners and the communities we serve. Our high-performing regulated utilities — PPL Electric Utilities, Louisville Gas and Electric, Kentucky Utilities and Rhode Island Energy — provide an outstanding experience for our customers, consistently ranking among the best utilities in the nation. PPL’s companies are also addressing challenges head-on by investing in new infrastructure and technology that is creating a smarter, more reliable and resilient energy grid. We are committed to doing our part to advance a cleaner energy future and drive innovation that enables us to achieve net-zero carbon emissions by 2050 while maintaining energy reliability and affordability for the customers and communities we serve. PPL is a positive force in the cities and towns where we do business, providing support for programs and organizations that empower the success of future generations by helping to build and maintain strong, diverse communities today.

NOTE: This is a hybrid role requiring 3 days a week on-site at our Louisville, KY office. #INDPPL LI-Hy

Nuclear Engineer I, II, III or Principal – R&D

Overview

The PPL Corporation (NYSE: PPL) Research and Development Department is looking for a full-time Nuclear Engineer based in Louisville, Kentucky, who is passionate about the future of nuclear energy and the role advanced nuclear technologies may play in the electric utility industry. The position will support PPL's evaluation of nuclear technologies and potential development opportunities through technology assessments, site studies, project planning, industry research, and coordination with internal and external partners. The successful candidate will work closely with utilities, engineering firms, technology developers, universities, national laboratories, industry organizations, government agencies, and other partners to evaluate technical, regulatory, policy, and commercial considerations associated with nuclear energy.

Responsibilities

• Plans and controls all activities to provide an accident-free workplace.
• Applies nuclear engineering principles to evaluate advanced nuclear technologies, including small modular reactors, technology readiness, deployment considerations, and potential utility applications.
• Leads and supports nuclear site screening, feasibility, and characterization studies in coordination with internal teams and external engineering partners.
• Supports nuclear project planning by analyzing technical, regulatory, economic, policy, schedule, and industry considerations to inform potential development pathways and company decision-making.
• Develops scopes of work, coordinates external engineering and research studies, and reviews technical deliverables and recommendations from consultants, universities, national laboratories, technology developers, and other partners.
• Coordinates with technology developers, utilities, engineering firms, industry organizations, government agencies, universities, and other strategic partners to advance nuclear research and planning activities.
• Represents PPL in industry meetings, conferences, research programs, and other nuclear-related activities.
• Prepares and presents technical analyses, findings, and recommendations to company leadership and other technical and nontechnical audiences.
• Identifies opportunities for improvement and/or suggests improved methods.
• Performs other duties as directed by management

Qualifications

Engineer I:
- ABET Accredited bachelor’s degree in engineering or engineering technology.

Engineer II:

- ABET Accredited bachelor’s degree in engineering or engineering technology plus 2 years of engineering experience. Utility system operator experience will also be counted as engineering experience.

Engineer III:
- ABET Accredited bachelor’s degree in engineering or engineering technology plus 5 years of engineering experience, or a master’s degree in engineering plus 3 years of engineering experience, or a PhD in Engineering plus 2 years of engineering experience. Utility system operator experience will also be counted as engineering experience.

Principal Engineer:

- ABET Accredited bachelor’s degree in engineering or engineering technology plus 10 years of engineering experience, or a master’s degree in engineering plus 8 years of engineering experience, or a PhD in Engineering plus 7 years of engineering experience. Utility system operator experience will be counted as engineering experience for this position

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Nuclear Engineering or a closely related engineering discipline.
• Demonstrated knowledge of nuclear energy, reactor technologies, or nuclear engineering principles.
• Strong analytical, technical, written, and verbal communication skills.