Licensing Engineer

Nano Nuclear Energy • Oak Brook, IL

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About The Position

NANO Nuclear Energy is seeking highly skilled Licensing Engineers with expertise in licensing research and test reactors and power reactors to support current and future reactor projects. The role focuses on developing timely, high-quality, complete licensing documents for NRC approval of advanced non-light-water reactors. Candidates are expected to be familiar with NRC licensing requirements in 10 CFR Parts 50, 52, and 53 and associated NRC guidance; familiarity with advanced non-light-water reactor guidance and industry developments is a significant enhancement.

The Licensing Engineer develops licensing documents, coordinates with system engineers and applicants, and supports regulatory engagements with the NRC. The role also contributes to company policies, project procedures, process improvement, and standardization of work. NANO Nuclear describes its environment as collaborative and entrepreneurial, with opportunities to contribute to next-generation nuclear technologies.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in a relevant science or engineering field, such as nuclear, mechanical, electrical, civil, engineering science, physics, or mathematics.
• At least 5 years of experience in licensing, engineering, quality assurance, or technical writing, preferably in the nuclear or energy industries.
• Familiarity with NRC licensing requirements in 10 CFR Parts 50, 52, and 53 and associated NRC guidance.
• Familiarity with NRC guidance and industry initiatives for advanced non-light-water reactors, including examples such as RG 1.232, RG 1.233, RG 1.242, RG 1.253, NEI 18-04, and NEI 21-07.
• Knowledge of relevant industry codes and standards commonly used for regulatory compliance, such as ACI, ANS/ANSI, ASME, and IEEE.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Familiarity with licensing documentation requirements, public transparency requirements, information withholding requirements and procedures, and document processing requirements and processes.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively as part of a team and contribute to a positive culture and overall team results.

Nice To Haves

• Additional familiarity with NRC guidance and industry developments associated with advanced non-light-water reactors.

Responsibilities

• Develop licensing documents, including Topical Reports, PSARs, and FSARs, in accordance with applicable NRC guidance and established project commitments and schedules.
• Interface with responsible system engineers to ensure supporting design documents provide objective evidence for statements of fact in licensing documents submitted to regulatory authorities.
• Work with applicants to ensure licensing deliverables meet customer requirements and that topical reports, construction permit applications, operating license applications, and related documents comply with regulations.
• Support interactions with the NRC during pre-application engagements, reviews of submitted licensing documents, and NRC audits.
• Participate in NRC public meetings and remain current on NRC and industry developments associated with advanced non-light-water reactors and microreactors.
• Support development of company policies and project procedures for implementing reactor projects.
• Identify and implement opportunities for process improvement and work standardization.

Benefits

• Competitive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance with generous company contributions.
• Company 401(k) plan with a 5% match.
• Unlimited PTO policy.
• Company holidays.
• Paid parental leave.
• Mentorship, professional growth, and technical leadership opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level