Nuclear licensing engineer

THORIZON; Lyon; Sur place; EUR 60 000 - 80 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Competitive compensation

Employee profit-sharing plan

International workplace

Résumé du poste

THORIZON is looking for a dedicated professional to contribute to the licensing of the Thorizon One reactor in Lyon, France. You will collaborate with various experts to ensure safety and regulatory compliance while developing licensing documents for the nuclear demonstrator project.

Ideal candidates have a Master’s degree, experience in nuclear safety analysis, and strong communication skills in English and Dutch. This role allows you to be part of a pioneering team at the forefront of innovative reactor technology.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in nuclear safety analysis, such as hazard or failure analysis.
• In-depth knowledge of regulatory framework and preparation of required documentation.
• Excellent communication skills in English and Dutch, knowledge in French is a plus.

Responsabilités

• Develop a robust licensing strategy for nuclear projects.
• Draft and review licensing documents for construction and operation.
• Coordinate with stakeholders to prepare responses to regulatory audits.

Connaissances

Nuclear safety analysis

Regulatory framework knowledge

Creative problem-solving

Excellent communication skills

Project management

Formation

Master’s degree in science or engineering

Description du poste

Overview

Are you motivated to provide your expertise and know-how to the ongoing design studies for the Thorizon One reactor to ensure a high level of safety and security, and to play your part in obtaining the authorisations required for the construction, commissioning and operating phases of the reactor? You will be involved in the missions of the Licensing & Safety team. You will provide licensing support to the PIONEER nuclear demonstrator project in the Netherlands, support the development of licensing documents, and engage with regulatory audits and engagements. You will work in close relationship with experts from NRG Pallas, coordinate with the Thorizon design and engineering staff, and ensure licensing documents comply with the guidance of NRG Pallas and Thorizon’s licensing strategy. You will support engagements with the Dutch nuclear regulator (ANVS) and other regulatory bodies such as FANC and ASNR, including pre‑application meetings and preparing and reviewing permit and license applications, topical reports, and responses to audit questions.

In This Role You Will

• Contribute to the development of an ambitious and robust licensing strategy for the nuclear demonstrator and the commercial reactor, mitigating regulatory risks.
• Draft, author, and review licensing documents including sections of the applications for construction and operation (e.g., PSAR/FSAR and Environmental Report).
• Coordinate with project stakeholders (Thorizon and NRG Pallas) to prepare responses to ANVS audit questions and requests for additional information.
• Coordinate with the Thorizon design team to ensure designs and design changes meet regulatory requirements.
• Develop licensing strategies to support project goals.
• Promote the in‑house safety‑security culture.
• Promote internationally the development of a shared framework for Molten Salt Reactors in the nuclear safety field.
• Report to the Nuclear Safety Analysis Lead.

About You

• Master’s degree in science, engineering or any relevant topic.
• Proven experience in nuclear safety analysis, such as hazard or failure analysis, process hazard analysis, accident sequence development.
• In‑depth knowledge of regulatory framework and processes, with experience preparing the required documentation, preferably in the Netherlands (ANVS). Experience with Belgian (FANC) and French (ASNR) regulators is a plus.
• Self‑starter with ability to manage deadlines and adherence to strict quality assurance standards.
• Experience in the field of innovative reactor safety would be an advantage.
• Eager to learn and embrace challenges.
• Creative and innovative thinker who rethinks issues to find practical solutions and minimizes complexity.
• Good sense of judgment: strategic thinking and effective prioritization of key issues.
• Excellent communication skills: active listening, concise writing, respectful interaction, calm under stress.
• Excellent communicator in English and Dutch, both spoken and written. Knowledge of French is a plus.
• Creates impact: your work serves as a model for colleagues.

What You Can Expect From Us

• The opportunity to help realize the most promising reactor technology and advance Europe’s energy future.
• Being part of an exceptional team that combines engineering rigor, scientific excellence, and entrepreneurial drive.
• Working in multidisciplinary teams on ambitious missions, with responsibility and meaningful impact from day one.
• A fast‑moving deep‑tech environment where initiative is valued and people are trusted to make decisions.
• Complex, multidisciplinary challenges that will stretch you and accelerate your growth.
• Competitive compensation and participation in our employee profit‑sharing plan.
• An international workplace with offices in the heart of Amsterdam and Lyon.