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Holtec International · 8 hours ago

Licensing Manager

Holtec International is seeking an experienced Nuclear Licensing Manager to provide onsite regulatory leadership and licensing support for the deployment of the SMR-300 Small Modular Reactor. This role is responsible for planning and executing licensing activities, managing interactions with the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC), and ensuring compliance with all applicable regulatory requirements during design finalization, pre-construction, and construction phases.

EnergyOil and Gas
Hiring Manager
Paul C. McInerney
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Responsibilities

Lead licensing execution for the SMR-300 project, consistent with Holtec’s overall regulatory strategy
Ensure project activities comply with 10 CFR regulations, NRC guidance, industry standards, and commitments
Support licensing implementation associated with the Construction Permit (CP), PSAR, and subsequent phases
Prepare for, support, and lead interactions with NRC staff, including inspections, audits, and public meetings
Develop high-quality regulatory submittals, responses to RAIs, and technical justifications
Maintain accurate records of regulatory commitments and ensure timely completion
Serve as the licensing interface for engineering, operations, QA, and project management teams
Support readiness activities for NRC inspections and audits
Maintain licensing basis documentation including the PSAR, technical reports, and regulatory correspondence
Implement procedures for licensing basis control and configuration management
Ensure documentation meets Holtec SAR/FSAR Writing Standards
Provide direction to junior licensing staff and project personnel
Contribute to the improvement of Holtec licensing processes and regulatory programs

Qualification

NRC regulationsLicensing submittalsTechnical writingNRC interactionsRegulatory complianceAnalytical skillsEffective communicationAttention to detail

Required

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Physics, or related field
Minimum 8–10 years of nuclear licensing or regulatory affairs experience
Strong knowledge of NRC regulations, guidance, and licensing processes
Experience with NRC interactions, licensing submittals, and RAIs
Excellent technical writing skills
Analytical and regulatory interpretation skills
Effective communication across technical and management levels
Ability to manage multiple priorities
Professionalism in regulatory matters
High attention to detail

Preferred

Experience with new nuclear construction, SMRs, or advanced reactor licensing
Familiarity with Holtec technologies and licensing structure
Experience with NRC inspection processes

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) retirement plan with company match
Paid time off and 11 Paid Holidays
Company-paid life and AD&D insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Wellness resources and voluntary benefits
Training and educational assistance

Company

Holtec International

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Holtec International is a global turnkey supplier of equipment and systems for the energy industry.

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
$1.92B
Key Investors
US Department of EnergyDOE Loan Programs Office
2025-12-02Grant· $400M
2024-03-27Debt Financing· $1.52B
2017-05-03Debt Financing

Leadership Team

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Joy Russell
Vice President – Corporate Business Development
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Tom Marcille
Vice President Reactor Technologies & Technical Support
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