Nuclear Licensing Engineer - SMR

Holtec International • Full-time • (Multiple States) • 1w ago

Location: Camden, NJ or Pittsburgh, PA

Holtec International seeks qualified applicants to join the Licensing team within the Company’s Corporate Engineering Division, located at the Company's KPS Technology Campus in Camden, NJ. This department is the company's center of excellence for licensing. This position would primarily support licensing of the SMR‑300 small modular reactor. In addition to Camden, Licensing Engineer positions are open in Pittsburgh, PA.

The Licensing team is responsible for applying engineering and nuclear regulatory knowledge and experience in support of developing power plant systems and programs in accordance with US licensing requirements. This requires a demonstrated understanding of 10 CFR Parts 50 and 52, along with associated regulatory and industry guidance. The Nuclear Licensing Engineer will be part of the SMR‑300 Nuclear Licensing group, which is responsible for understanding, interpreting and informing our design basis as needed to comply with US and international nuclear regulations. The Nuclear Licensing Engineer will work preparing licensing documentation, such as topical and technical reports, Safety Analysis Reports, and applications for certifications, permits, and licenses. The Nuclear Licensing Engineer will work closely with Systems, Controls, and Operations engineers. The Nuclear Licensing team is critical to completing development for commercial deployment of SMR-300s, and this role provides a unique opportunity in an exciting emerging technology and energy marketplace.

Minimum Requirements:

BS in Engineering from an accredited college or university.
0-5 years of applicable experience in the licensing of commercial nuclear power plants, including experience with the US NRC Parts 50 and 52 and related regulatory guidance.
Demonstrated technical writing skills and effective communication skills.

Strong computer skills.
Eligible to work under 10 CFR Part 810.

Specific Areas of Responsibility:

Support development of engineering and licensing requirements and documentation for nuclear systems and components in an interactive manner with other engineering functional areas.
Prepare, review, maintain, and defend licensing documentation supporting the SMR-300 design.
Prepare and defend position papers for areas where the existing regulatory framework does not apply, or where there is a need for new or revised regulatory requirements or guidance.
Prepare and deliver licensing presentations to internal and external organizations.
Support project management for activities including development of licensing submissions.

Optional Additional Qualifications:

> 5 years of applicable experience.
Comprehensive knowledge of 10 CFR 50 and 10 CFR 52.
Comprehensive knowledge of NUREG-0800 (NRC Standard Review Plan for LWRs),
NRC Regulatory Guides, industry codes and standards, and other regulatory guidance.

As a technology trailblazer and a prominent innovator in clean energy (nuclear and solar) industry, Holtec strives to foster a meritocratic work environment conducive to continuous learning and professional growth of its associates. Holtec is an equal opportunity employer with a long-standing commitment to social equity and environmental justice. The company gives special preference to disabled veterans as a part of its recruitment policy. Detailed information on the Company can be obtained by consulting the website: holtecinternational.com. Candidates interested in considering a career at the Company should submit their resume' along with at least three references.

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