Licensing Engineer

Dormont Manufacturing Co; New York (NY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation packages

401k with company match

Medical, dental, vision plans

Generous vacation policy

Job summary

The Nuclear Company in Columbia, South Carolina seeks a Licensing Engineer to ensure regulatory compliance in the nuclear energy sector. The role involves preparing licensing documents, analyzing regulations, and supporting regulatory interactions. Candidates should possess a degree in Engineering and have over 5 years of relevant experience. Notably, the company offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package.

Join us in shaping the future of energy at The Nuclear Company!

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in the nuclear energy industry.
• Demonstrated experience with nuclear regulations and licensing processes.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation and revision of licensing documents.
• Help interpret federal, state, and local regulations.
• Support regulatory agency interaction and compliance assurance.

Skills

Nuclear regulations

Engineering

Analytical skills

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related scientific discipline

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

The Nuclear Company is the fastest growing startup in the nuclear and energy space creating a never before seen fleet-scale approach to building nuclear reactors. Through its design-once, build-many approach and coalition building across communities, regulators, and financial stakeholders, The Nuclear Company is committed to delivering safe and reliable electricity at the lowest cost, while catalyzing the nuclear industry toward rapid development in America and globally.

About the role

The Nuclear Company is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Licensing Engineer to join our Regulatory team in Columbia, South Carolina. This role will be responsible for supporting the development, implementation, and maintenance of licensing strategies and documents to ensure compliance with all applicable nuclear regulatory requirements.

The Licensing Engineer will play a key role in understanding and contributing to the complex regulatory landscape of the nuclear energy industry. Reporting to the Director of Licensing, this position will involve assisting with interpreting regulations, preparing licensing submittals, and ensuring the company’s activities are conducted in accordance with all applicable licenses, permits, and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Licensing Document Support:
  • Assist in the preparation, review, and revision of licensing documents, including license applications, amendments, technical specifications, safety analysis reports, environmental reports, and other regulatory submittals.
  • Support efforts to ensure the accuracy, completeness, and technical adequacy of all licensing documents.
  • Develop an understanding of current licensing bases and regulatory commitments.
• Regulatory Interpretation & Analysis:
  • Help interpret and analyze federal, state, and local regulations related to nuclear energy.
  • Assist in assessing the impact of new and revised regulations on the company’s operations and licensing basis.
  • Provide support to internal stakeholders on regulatory requirements and licensing strategies.
• Regulatory Agency Interaction Support:
  • Support the preparation of responses to regulatory inquiries and requests for additional information.
  • Participate in meetings and teleconferences with regulatory agencies (e.g., NRC) as needed.
  • Assist with regulatory inspections and audits.
• Compliance Assurance Support:
  • Support the development and implementation of programs and procedures to ensure ongoing regulatory compliance.
  • Assist with internal audits and assessments to verify adherence to licensing commitments.
  • Help track and manage regulatory commitments and action items.
• Technical Support:
  • Provide support to engineering, operations, and other departments on licensing-related matters.
  • Participate in the review of design changes and operational procedures to ensure consistency with the licensing basis.
• Training & Awareness:
  • Assist in the development of training materials related to licensing requirements.
  • Promote a culture of regulatory awareness and compliance within the organization.

Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Nuclear, Mechanical, Chemical, Electrical, etc.) or a related scientific discipline.
• 5+ years of experience in engineering or a related technical field within the nuclear energy industry.
• Demonstrated experience with nuclear regulations, licensing processes, and regulatory guidance documents (e.g., NRC regulations, NUREGs).
• Familiarity with reactor systems, safety analysis, or environmental regulations related to nuclear energy.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to explain technical information clearly and concisely.
• Detail-oriented with a strong focus on accuracy and completeness.
• Ability to interpret and apply regulations and technical standards.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation packages
• 401k 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, paid on a semi-monthlybasis. The actual salary offered may vary based on relevant factors as determined in the Company’s discretion, which may include experience, qualifications, tenure, skill set, availability of qualified candidates, geographic location, certifications held, and other criteria deemed pertinent to the particular role.

EEO Statement

The Nuclear Company is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an environment of inclusion in the 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. We prohibit discrimination in all aspects of employment, including hiring, promotion, demotion, transfer, compensation, and termination.