X-energy · 10 hours ago
Licensing Engineer III-V
Rockville, MD
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$84K/yr - $140K/yr
5+ years expX-energy LLC is involved in small modular reactor licensing efforts, particularly with the Xe-100 projects. The role involves leading projects related to business development, regulatory analysis, and safety licensing strategies, requiring coordination with federal and state regulators and direct client support.
Clean EnergyCleanTechEnergyNuclearRenewable Energy
Responsibilities
Support portions of licensing activities (certifications, permits, approvals, and licenses associated with reactor technologies) and ensure milestones are met as agreed with the U.S. NRC
Provide licensing support to engineers in developing technical requirements that will ensure compliance with NRC regulations and guidance
Support scope development of the annual regulatory engagement plan, lead regulatory audits and responses to RAI’s (Requests for Additional Information)
Develop licensing content to support portions of Safety Analysis Reports and licensing applications
Support planning and executing the X-energy licensing strategy
Develop regulatory white papers, technical reports, and licensing topical reports
Support development of licensing plans and associated budgets
Actively support the X-energy safety culture and ensure integration of quality in licensing processes as informed by the X-energy Quality Assurance Program
Maintain professional demeanor and behavior at all times in all forms of communication
Perform other duties as assigned by manager
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in engineering or science (e.g. mechanical, nuclear, electrical, physics) or other related area
Level III: Typically, five years of relevant licensing experience
Level IV: Typically, ten years of relevant licensing experience
Level V: Typically, fifteen years of relevant licensing experience
Support portions of licensing activities (certifications, permits, approvals, and licenses associated with reactor technologies) and ensure milestones are met as agreed with the U.S. NRC
Provide licensing support to engineers in developing technical requirements that will ensure compliance with NRC regulations and guidance
Support scope development of the annual regulatory engagement plan, lead regulatory audits and responses to RAI's (Requests for Additional Information)
Develop licensing content to support portions of Safety Analysis Reports and licensing applications
Support planning and executing the X-energy licensing strategy
Develop regulatory white papers, technical reports, and licensing topical reports
Support development of licensing plans and associated budgets
Actively support the X-energy safety culture and ensure integration of quality in licensing processes as informed by the X-energy Quality Assurance Program
Maintain professional demeanor and behavior at all times in all forms of communication
Perform other duties as assigned by manager
Preferred
Experience with U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission construction permit and operating license application preparation and/or reviews
Knowledge of high-temperature gas reactor technologies and/or first-of-a-kind nuclear technologies
Knowledge of small modular reactor technical and licensing considerations
Knowledge of U.S. NRC and/or U.S. DOE regulatory requirements for reactor licensing
Knowledge of international nuclear reactor licensing frameworks
Experience with front-end loading project planning
Ability to analyze and interpret regulatory requirements, legislation, and policy documents
Benefits
401K plan with an employer match
Medical/Dental /Vision Insurance
Life and Disability Insurance
Paid Time Off
Tuition Reimbursement/Professional Development policy that supports the continuing education of our employees
Company
X-energy
X-energy is a nuclear energy company that develops small modular nuclear reactors and nuclear fuels for clean energy generation.
501-1000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$1.71BKey Investors
Jane Street CapitalPittco ManagementDepartment for Energy Security & Net Zero
2025-11-24Series D· $700M
2025-03-05Private Equity· $22.8M
2024-10-16Series C· $700M
Leadership Team
J. Clay Sell
Chief Executive Officer
Robert Taylor
Vice President, Regulatory Affairs and Licensing
Recent News
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