DSA Engineer II: Deterministic Safety Analysis (Hybrid)

Holtec; Camden (NJ); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Hybrid work opportunities

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Education assistance

Employee assistance programs

Job summary

Holtec in Camden, NJ is hiring a DSA Engineer II to develop and perform deterministic safety analyses for the SMR-300. You will evaluate AOOs and DBAs, analyze reactor core behavior and containment, and support licensing with rigorous technical documentation.

The role requires a 3+ year background in LWR safety analysis, familiarity with RELAP5/RETRAN/COBRA/VIPRE/GOTHIC, and strong technical writing. Hybrid work options are available with standard benefits.

Qualifications

• B.S. degree in nuclear or mechanical engineering from an accredited institution.
• Familiarity with thermal-hydraulic behavior of light water reactors (LWRs).
• Familiarity with industry codes such as RELAP5, RETRAN, COBRA, VIPRE, GOTHIC.
• At least 3 years of experience with LWR safety analysis calculations.
• Excellent technical writing, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Eligible to work under 10 CFR Part 810.

Responsibilities

• Develop and perform deterministic safety analyses to meet safety and licensing requirements.
• Evaluate reactor behavior during AOOs and DBAs, including thermal-hydraulic response and radiological consequences.
• Analyze systems such as the reactor core, RCS, engineered safety features, and containment.
• Support licensing documentation and responses to regulatory inquiries.
• Develop, maintain, and apply analytical methods and computer models used in safety analyses.
• Perform verification and validation of analysis codes for accuracy and regulatory compliance.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to integrate design inputs into safety evaluations.
• Prepare detailed technical reports and calculations following NQA-1 standards.
• Ensure analyses are traceable, reproducible, and compliant with requirements.

Skills

Thermal-hydraulic knowledge

Analytical writing

Communication skills

Regulatory eligibility

Education

Bachelor's degree in nuclear or mechanical engineering

Tools

RELAP5

RETRAN

COBRA

VIPRE

GOTHIC

Job description

Holtec in Camden, NJ is hiring a DSA Engineer II to develop and perform deterministic safety analyses for the SMR-300. You will evaluate AOOs and DBAs, analyze reactor core behavior and containment, and support licensing with rigorous technical documentation.

The role requires a 3+ year background in LWR safety analysis, familiarity with RELAP5/RETRAN/COBRA/VIPRE/GOTHIC, and strong technical writing. Hybrid work options are available with standard benefits.