General Manager - Nuclear & Regulatory - Vancouver, CA

HR Exchange; British Columbia; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative company is seeking a General Manager to lead the R&D and licensing efforts for next-generation nuclear reactor designs. This pivotal role requires deep expertise in nuclear engineering and project management, as well as the ability to navigate complex regulatory landscapes. The successful candidate will collaborate with a variety of stakeholders, including university and national labs, to drive the Small Modular Reactor (SMR) program forward. If you're passionate about nuclear technology and ready to make a significant impact in the industry, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in the nuclear industry with a strong knowledge of nuclear technologies.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to prepare regulatory documentation.

Responsibilities

• Oversee R&D, engineering, regulatory compliance, and licensing for nuclear reactor design.
• Develop strategies to obtain licenses and prepare regulatory documents.

Skills

Nuclear Engineering

Project Management

Regulatory Compliance

Budgeting

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Nuclear Engineering or Physics

Job description

This is a General Manager Role in Vancouver, BC. We would like to have someone from the local area, however, please apply if in the continental US, Canada, North America.

This role will oversee R&D, engineering, regulatory compliance, and licensing for our next-generation nuclear reactor design. Ideal candidates will bring deep expertise in nuclear engineering – along with strong project management skills, budgeting experience, and a history of delivering complex projects on schedule. The GM will be a key connector across university labs, national labs, engineering partners, and licensing authorities to drive our SMR program forward.

• Develop relationships with engineering, operations, legal, and environmental firms to address engineering and licensing requirements and resolve regulatory issues.
• Develop and implement strategies to obtain licenses for new nuclear reactor design.
• Prepare and review licensing documents, including licensing applications, regulatory reports, amendment requests, and license renewal applications, in compliance with NRC requirements.
• Conduct technical evaluations to ensure compliance with applicable codes, standards, and regulations.
• Support safety analyses, environmental reports, and risk assessments to ensure regulatory compliance.
• Participate in inspections, audits, and regulatory meetings, representing the company's licensing interests.
• Develop business plans and budgets for various projects

Qualifications :

• A bachelor's degree in Nuclear Engineering or Physics (or a closely related field) from an accredited institution.
• At least 5 years of experience in the nuclear industry.
• Strong knowledge of nuclear technologies, including conventional nuclear plants, SMRs, advanced reactors, LWR, HTGR, molten salt, and liquid metal.
• Strong understanding of engineering fundamentals.
• Ability to perform trade studies and make clear recommendations using first principles and engineering fundamentals, even with partial information.
• Strong understanding of NRC regulations and related industry standards
• Excellent communication and presentation skills with the ability to prepare clear and concise regulatory documentation.
• Proven ability to work across functions / industries / disciplines
• Understanding of industrial markets and integration with nuclear technologies
• Understanding and proven track record of embracing Nuclear Safety Culture principles
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.

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