Licensing Engineer

The Nuclear Company; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 120,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

401(k) with company match

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Generous vacation

Job summary

The Nuclear Company in Columbia, SC is seeking a licensing engineer for its Regulatory team. You will support licensing strategies, document submittals, and compliance with NRC regulations, reports, and environmental requirements, reporting to the Director of Licensing.

Applicants should have a Bachelor’s degree in engineering and 5+ years in nuclear energy, with strong analytical skills, excellent communication, and the ability to work independently and with cross-functional teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related discipline.
• 5+ years in nuclear energy industry.
• Experience with nuclear regulations, licensing processes, and NRC/NUREG guidance.
• Familiarity with reactor systems, safety analysis, or environmental regulations.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Independent and collaborative work style.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, review, and revise licensing documents and submittals.
• Ensure accuracy and technical adequacy of licensing documents.
• Interpret and analyze federal, state, and local nuclear regulations.
• Support regulatory inquiries and NRC interactions.
• Assist with internal audits and track regulatory commitments.
• Develop training materials related to licensing requirements and promote regulatory awareness.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Written communication

Verbal communication

Attention to detail

Regulatory interpretation

Microsoft Office

Independent work

Collaborative

Education

Engineering degree

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

The Nuclear Company is the fastest growing AI tech-enabled startup in the nuclear and energy space, pioneering a fleet‑scale approach to building the next generation of nuclear reactors. Through our design‑once, build‑many model, we accelerate the deployment of safe, reliable, and affordable nuclear energy.

We operate with an AI‑first mindset. Every employee is expected to leverage AI, technology, and the Nuclear Operating System (NOS) as integral components of their role to improve quality, speed, and impact. We expect every team member to continuously identify opportunities to automate workflows, enhance decision‑making, improve processes, and contribute to the evolution of NOS as a strategic operating capability enabling The Nuclear Company to scale with excellence.

We hire people who are driven by purpose, thrive in ambiguity, and are energized by building what has never been built before. Our team combines intellectual curiosity with high agency, embraces candid feedback and continuous learning, and holds selves and others to exceptional standards. Our values—Trust, Responsibility, Unity, Scrappiness, and Tenacity—guide hiring, collaboration, and decision‑making.

About The Role

The Nuclear Company seeks a licensing engineer for its Regulatory team in Columbia, South Carolina. The role involves supporting development, implementation, and maintenance of licensing strategies and documents to ensure compliance with nuclear regulatory mandates. Reporting to the Director of Licensing, the candidate assists with interpreting regulations, preparing licensing submittals, and ensuring the company’s activities comply with all mandatory licenses, permits, and requirements.

Responsibilities

• Licensing Document Support
  • Assist in preparing, reviewing, and revising licensing documents, including license applications, amendments, technical specifications, safety analysis reports, environmental reports, and other submittals.
  • Ensure accuracy, completeness, and technical adequacy of all licensing documents.
  • Develop understanding of current licensing bases and regulatory commitments.
• Regulatory Interpretation & Analysis
  • Interpret and analyze federal, state, and local regulations related to nuclear energy.
  • Assess impact of new and revised regulations on operations and licensing.
  • Provide support to internal stakeholders on regulatory requirements and licensing strategies.
• Regulatory Agency Interaction Support
  • Prepare responses to regulatory inquiries.
  • Participate in meetings and teleconferences with agencies such as the NRC.
  • Assist with regulatory inspections and audits.
• Compliance Assurance Support
  • Help develop and implement compliance programs and procedures.
  • Assist with internal audits to verify adherence to licensing commitments.
  • Track and manage regulatory commitments and action items.
• Technical Support
  • Support engineering, ops, and other departments on licensing matters.
  • Review design changes and operational procedures for compliance with licensing basis.
• Training & Awareness
  • Develop training materials related to licensing requirements.
  • Promote regulatory awareness and compliance culture.

Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Nuclear, Mechanical, Chemical, Electrical, etc.) or related discipline.
• 5+ years of experience in the nuclear energy industry.
• Experience with nuclear regulations, licensing processes, and guidance documents (NRC regulations, NUREGs).
• Familiarity with reactor systems, safety analysis, or environmental regulations.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Detail‑oriented focus on accuracy and completeness.
• Ability to interpret and apply regulations and technical standards.
• Independent and collaborative work style.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Medical, dental, vision plans.
• Generous vacation policy plus holidays.

Estimated Starting Salary Range

The estimated starting salary range for this role is $120,000 – $140,000 annually, less applicable withholdings and deductions. The actual salary offered may vary based on experience, qualifications, tenure, skill set, location, certifications, and other relevant factors.

EEO Statement

The Nuclear Company is an equal‑opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive workplace. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. Discrimination is prohibited in all aspects of employment.

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