Principal Nuclear Licensing Engineer
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TerraPowerNuclear Energy
Location: RemoteFull-TimePrincipal
Salary$148,722 - $193,146
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Job Details
- Experience
- 15–20+ years
- Required Skills
- LeadershipProject ManagementQuality Assurance
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering (preferably nuclear or civil engineering) or equivalent experience.
- Advanced degree strongly preferred.
- 15–20+ years of applicable experience in nuclear licensing or a closely related field.
- Extensive experience analyzing and interpreting U.S. NRC 10 CFR regulations and associated guidance.
- 15–20+ years of experience leading or significantly contributing to NRC construction permit and operating license applications.
- Deep understanding of nuclear reactor design, operation, and safety principles.
- Proven leadership experience, including mentoring and guiding technical staff.
- Ability to manage complex deadlines and work independently at a senior level.
- Demonstrated ability to meet and uphold strict quality assurance standards.
- Proficiency with MS Office Suite and Adobe Professional.
- Exceptional communication skills, including the ability to effectively represent TerraPower in regulatory interactions.
Responsibilities
- Lead development, authorship, and technical review of complex licensing documents, including major sections of an Operating License Application (e.g., Safety Analysis Report, Environmental Report).
- Provide strategic direction for regulatory engagement plans, technical justifications, and licensing pathways to support project goals.
- Coordinate multi-disciplinary teams to prepare high-quality responses to NRC audit questions and requests for additional information.
- Mentor junior and mid-level licensing engineers; provide guidance on regulatory interpretation, drafting approaches, and NRC engagement.
- Serve as a senior interface with the Licensing Team to scope, prioritize, and execute licensing activities.
- Collaborate with design and engineering teams to ensure regulatory compliance in design development, modifications, and configuration control.
- Oversee preparation, review, and control of licensing documentation in accordance with regulatory requirements and stringent QA standards.
- Lead technical and strategic interactions with partners, contractors, and internal engineering disciplines.
- Review and provide final approval recommendations on correspondence to and from regulatory agencies.
- Contribute significantly to the development of TerraPower’s licensing strategy, ensuring alignment with project timelines, risk profiles, and regulatory guidance.
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