Nuclear Licensing Engineer

TerraPower.•Bellevue, WA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

TerraPower is a nuclear technology company focused on developing advanced nuclear reactors and innovations in medical isotopes. The company aims to raise global living standards through affordable, secure, and environmentally friendly nuclear energy. TerraPower is seeking motivated professionals interested in advanced nuclear reactor research and development, influencing the nuclear power landscape, and contributing to the production of medical isotopes. TerraPower is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in hiring based on protected characteristics.

Requirements

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 licensing and permitting 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
High degree of trust and integrity, communicate openly and display respect and a desire to foster teamwork

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
Support planning and execution of licensing and business strategy