Principal Nuclear Licensing Engineer

TerraPower is seeking a highly motivated Nuclear Licensing Engineer to be a part of the Natrium® Licensing team. This position reports to a Licensing Director and provides licensing support to Natrium advanced reactor projects, develops licensing documents, and supports regulatory audits and engagements. Work will be in close consultation with Engineering staff and will ensure Licensing documents are created in accordance with TerraPower licensing strategy and guidance. Support for engagements with the US Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) includes pre-application meetings, preparing and reviewing permit and license applications, preparing and reviewing topical reports, and responding to NRC audit questions and requests for additional information.

Responsibilities

Draft, author, and review licensing documents including sections of a Construction Permit Application or Operating License Application (e.g., Safety Analysis Report and Environmental Report)
Coordinate with project stakeholders to prepare responses to NRC audit questions and requests for additional information
Interface with the Licensing Team to complete licensing tasks
Coordinate with design personnel to ensure designs and design changes meet regulatory requirements
Prepare, review, and maintain licensing documentation in compliance with regulations and strict quality assurance standards
Interface with technical discipline teams at TerraPower, partners, and contractors
Review correspondence to and from regulatory agencies
Develop licensing strategies to support project goals

Key Qualifications and Skills

Bachelor's degree in engineering from an accredited, four-year university or equivalent experience
Capability and willingness to adhere to strict quality assurance standards
Demonstrated, applicable experience in nuclear licensing, or comparable field
Ability to analyze and interpret U.S. NRC regulations and guidance
Experience with U.S. NRC construction permit and operating license application preparation and/or reviews
Project management experience, including developing and maintaining schedules; meeting deadlines; formulating budgets; and leading teams
Understanding of nuclear reactor design and operation
Self-Starter with ability to manage deadlines
Proficient in MS Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Excel) and Adobe Professional
Strong communication skills
The successful candidate will possess a high degree of trust and integrity, communicate openly and display respect and a desire to foster teamwork
Actual position starting level and title will be determined based on assessment of qualifications

Job Functions:

Job Functions are physical actions and/or working conditions associated with the position. These functions may also constitute essential functions for the job which the employee must be able to fulfill, with or without accommodation. Information provided below is to help describe the job so that the applicant has a reasonable understanding of the job duties/expectations. An applicant's ability to perform and/or tolerate these actions and conditions will be discussed and workplace accommodations may be made on a case-by-case basis following an individualized assessment of the applicant and other considerations, including but not limited to any governing safety standards.

Motor Abilities: Sitting for extended periods, bending/stooping, grasping/gripping, fine motor control (hands)
Physical exertion and/or requirements: Minimal, with ability to safely lift up to 25 pounds.
Repetitive work: Prolonged
Special Senses: Visual and audio focused work
Work Conditions: Stairs, typing/keyboard, standard and/or sitting working environment of >8 hours/day
Travel required 0-10%

TerraPower's technology is controlled for export by various agencies of the U.S. Government. TerraPower must evaluate applicants who are foreign nationals (other than asylees, refugees, or lawful permanent residents) in accordance with U.S. Government export control requirements. To facilitate TerraPower's export control reviews, you will be asked as part of the application process to identify whether you are a U.S. Citizen or national, asylee, refugee, or lawful permanent resident of the United States. Government export authorization approval times vary. Based on the business needs for a particular position, TerraPower may not consider a foreign national from a country if it is impracticable to obtain timely Government export approval.

Job details

Salary Range: $168,316 - $252,475

* We typically place offers in the lower to middle portion of the range to maintain internal equity and allow room for growth. Any salary offered within the posted salary band is based on market data and commensurate with the selected individual's qualifications experience. This range is specific to Washington State.

Benefits:

Competitive Compensation
Salary, eligible to participate in discretionary short-term incentive payments
Comprehensive Medical and Wellness Benefits
- Medical
- Vision
- Dental
- Life and Disability
- Gender Affirmation Benefits
Parental Leave
401k Plan
Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 21 days of annually accrued PTO
Generous Holiday Schedule
- 10 paid holidays
Relocation Assistance
Professional and Educational Support Opportunities

TerraPower Career and Benefits information: https://www.terrapower.com/contact-us/careers/

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