The Nuclear Company · 5 months ago
Sr. Licensing Engineer
Columbia, SC / Washington, D.C.
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$150K/yr - $173K/yr
8+ years expThe Nuclear Company is the fastest growing startup in the nuclear and energy space, committed to delivering safe and reliable electricity. They are seeking a highly motivated Sr. Licensing Engineer to support the development and maintenance of licensing strategies to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements in the nuclear energy industry.
Clean EnergyElectrical DistributionNuclear
Responsibilities
Prepare, review, and revise licensing documents, including license applications, amendments, technical specifications, safety analysis reports, environmental reports, and other regulatory submittals
Ensure the accuracy, completeness, and technical adequacy of all licensing documents
Maintain a thorough understanding of current licensing bases and regulatory commitments
Interpret and analyze federal, state, and local regulations related to nuclear energy
Assess the impact of new and revised regulations on the company's operations and licensing basis
Provide guidance to internal stakeholders on regulatory requirements and licensing strategies
Prepare responses to regulatory inquiries and requests for additional information
Participate in meetings and teleconferences with regulatory agencies (e.g., NRC)
Support regulatory inspections and audits
Maintain positive and effective working relationships with regulatory personnel
Assist in the development and implementation of programs and procedures to ensure ongoing regulatory compliance
Support internal audits and assessments to verify adherence to licensing commitments
Track and manage regulatory commitments and action items
Provide technical support to engineering, operations, and other departments on licensing-related matters
Participate in the review of design changes and operational procedures to ensure consistency with the licensing basis
Contribute to the development of technical justifications for licensing positions
Assist in the development and delivery of training materials related to licensing requirements
Promote a culture of regulatory awareness and compliance within the organization
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Nuclear, Mechanical, Chemical, Electrical, etc.) or a related scientific discipline
8+ years of experience in engineering or a related technical field within the nuclear energy industry
Familiarity with nuclear regulations, licensing processes, and regulatory guidance documents (e.g., NRC regulations, NUREGs)
Experience in preparing or reviewing licensing documents is highly desirable
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to explain complex technical information clearly and concisely
Detail-oriented with a strong focus on accuracy and completeness
Ability to interpret and apply regulations and technical standards
Ability to working independently and as part of a team
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
Preferred
Advanced degree in Engineering or a related field
Specific experience interacting with the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC)
Familiarity with probabilistic risk assessment (PRA) and its application to licensing
Knowledge of reactor systems, safety analysis, or environmental regulations related to nuclear energy
Benefits
Competitive compensation packages
401k with company match
Medical, dental, vision plans
Generous vacation policy, plus holidays
Company
The Nuclear Company
The Nuclear Company enables the deployment of nuclear power plants at fleet-scale by integrating government and industry partners.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$46.3MKey Investors
Eclipse
2025-05-15Series A· $46.3M
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