Licensing Engineer

BWX Technologies, Inc.; Virginia (MN); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

BWX Technologies, Inc. is seeking a Licensing Engineer to lead regulatory engagements and develop licensing content for advanced reactor technology programs. You will collaborate with engineering, commercialization, and project teams to integrate regulatory requirements into technology plans and licensing strategies.

The role focuses on U.S. regulatory frameworks, creating deliverables, and guiding licensing plans to support BWXT AT and customer projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering required (Nuclear, mechanical).

Responsibilities

• Support the development and implementation of project licensing plans for advanced reactor technology development and delivery, primarily focused on the U.S. commercial regulatory framework.
• Create licensing and regulatory deliverables, including technical and topical reports, license application content, and other documents for regulatory engagement and review.
• Implement regulatory strategies to address key technical and programmatic issues related to BWXT AT's reactor technology development.
• Support the development and defense of the licensing basis for one or more reactor technologies and associated customer projects.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to develop technical design bases and integrate regulatory requirements into reactor technology.
• Support the creation of testing programs to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Lead regulatory discussions on technical and programmatic issues in line with program plans.
• Work with project management teams to develop budgets and schedules that achieve regulatory outcomes.

Skills

Licensing engineering

Regulatory compliance

Nuclear engineering

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Job description

At BWX Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: BWXT), we are People Strong, Innovation Driven. Headquartered in Lynchburg, Virginia, BWXT is a Defense News Top 100 manufacturing and engineering innovator that provides safe and effective nuclear solutions for global security, clean energy, environmental restoration, nuclear medicine and space exploration. With more than 7,800 employees, BWXT has 14 major operating sites in the U.S., Canada and the U.K. We are the sole manufacturer of naval nuclear reactors for U.S. submarines and aircraft carriers. Our company supplies precision manufactured components, services and fuel for the commercial nuclear power industry across four continents. Our joint ventures provide environmental restoration and operations management at a dozen U.S. Department of Energy and NASA facilities. BWXT's technology is driving advances in medical radioisotope production in North America and microreactors for various defense and space applications. For more information, visit www.bwxt.com.

We believe in empowering our employees and cultivating a dynamic workplace that fosters growth and collaboration. Whether you're an experienced professional or just starting your career, you'll find opportunities to challenge yourself, learn from seasoned experts, and contribute to nuclear innovation. We required a diverse range of skills to support our work in the markets that drive our business and welcome candidates from all backgrounds and life stages who are passionate about making a difference.

Location:

Onsite in Lynchburg, VA or Remote

Welcome to BWXT

We believe in empowering our employees and cultivating a dynamic workplace that fosters growth and collaboration. Whether you're an experienced professional or just starting your career, you'll find opportunities to challenge yourself, learn from seasoned experts, and contribute to nuclear innovation. We required a diverse range of skills to support our work in the markets that drive our business and welcome candidates from all backgrounds and life stages who are passionate about making a difference.

Position Overview:

As our Licensing Engineer you will provide subject matter expertise in advanced reactor licensing and lead the development of content to support regulatory engagements related to BWXT AT's commercial reactor technology programs. You will collaborate closely with engineering disciplines, commercialization and business development teams, and project personnel to execute licensing plans for BWXT AT and our customers. Your goal will be to ensure that regulatory requirements are identified and integrated into our technology and projects, aligning with established program regulatory strategies.

Location:

On-site in Lynchburg, VA or Remote

Your Day to Day as a Licensing Engineer:

• Support the development and implementation of project licensing plans for advanced reactor technology development and delivery, primarily focused on the U.S. commercial regulatory framework. This may involve aspects such as nuclear safety, nuclear security, emergency planning, reactor design and analysis, code development and qualification, financial and environmental law, and safeguards.
• Create licensing and regulatory deliverables, including technical and topical reports, license application content, and other documents for regulatory engagement and review.
• Implement regulatory strategies and approaches to address key technical and programmatic issues related to BWXT AT's reactor technology development, leading efforts to resolve these matters.
• Support the development and defense of the licensing basis for one or more reactor technologies and associated customer projects.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to develop technical design bases and integrate regulatory requirements into reactor technology.
• Support the creation of testing programs to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Lead regulatory discussions on technical and programmatic issues in line with program plans.
• Work with project management teams to develop budgets and schedules that achieve regulatory outcomes.
• Facilitate communication with internal and external stakeholders concerning the execution of licensing activities and program plans.
• Perform general office duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

• A minimum of a bachelor's degree in engineering is required (Nuclear, mechani