Nuclear Facility Equipment Operator

📍 Wilmington, NC

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Global Laser Enrichment (GLE)

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Full-Time | On-Site | Shift Work Required

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Q-Clearance Required or Eligible

At Global Laser Enrichment (GLE), we are pioneering uranium enrichment technology that will shape the future of clean energy and national security. We are seeking a Nuclear Facility Equipment Operator to support the safe and efficient operation of our enrichment systems.

Working under the direction of the Shift Supervisor, you will monitor, control, and operate facility equipment while ensuring compliance with NRC regulations and internal procedures. This role is vital to maintaining plant performance and supporting operational milestones.

🌟 Why Join GLE?

- Be part of a mission-critical program with national and global impact.

- Gain hands-on experience with state-of-the-art enrichment equipment.

- Contribute to a culture of safety, compliance, and continuous improvement.

- Competitive compensation, shift differential, and strong benefits package.

⚙️ What You’ll Do

- Operate, monitor, and control UF6 enrichment equipment.

- Start and stop plant systems as required for operations.

- Monitor operating parameters and respond to alarms in compliance with facility procedures.

- Record and analyze operational data, supporting engineering and safety reviews.

- Perform administrative tasks including shift turnovers, logs, and reporting.

- Support NRC compliance and conduct-of-operations standards.

- Respond to facility transients and assist in mitigation efforts.

- Support equipment maintenance and commissioning activities.

- Participate in lockout/tagout procedures, corrective action programs, and procedure improvements.

- Actively engage in initial and continuing training to maintain station qualifications.

📘 What You’ll Bring

- Associate degree preferred, high school diploma required.

- 2+ years of relevant plant experience (nuclear power plant, Navy nuclear propulsion, or similar).

- U.S. Citizenship with ability to obtain and maintain a DOE/NRC Q-Clearance (or active clearance preferred).

- Knowledge of nuclear plant systems and health physics procedures.

- Ability to troubleshoot plant equipment and generate maintenance requests.

- Strong attention to detail and ability to follow procedures with accuracy.

- Proficiency in technical documentation, log keeping, and data analysis.

- Willingness to work off-normal shifts and extended hours as needed.

🎯 Preferred Background

- Prior experience as a nuclear operator or equivalent in a highly regulated environment.

- Demonstrated ability to apply human performance tools in daily operations.

- Experience supporting commissioning and system modifications in industrial facilities.

🔐 Important Note

Due to the sensitive nature of our work, U.S. Citizenship and eligibility for a DOE/NRC Q-Clearance are required.