Licensing Engineer 2

NuScale Power; Portland (OR); Hybrid; USD 97,000 - 118,000; Full time

Job summary

NuScale Power is seeking a Licensing Engineer to develop timely regulatory submittals for NRC, providing licensing support to engineering and safety teams. The role interfaces with NRC and prepares submittals compliant with NuScale commitments and regulatory requirements.

The position requires a BS in an engineering field and at least 3 years of licensing or engineering experience in the nuclear sector, with DOE 10 CFR Part 810 eligibility. Travel may be required.

Qualifications

• Requires a B.S. degree in engineering fields (mechanical, nuclear, electrical or chemical).
• Minimum 3 years of licensing/engineering experience in nuclear sector.
• Eligible to work under DOE 10 CFR Part 810.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparation, editing and review of regulatory submittals to NRC.
• Research regulatory requirements and interpret laws/guidelines for licensing.
• Participate in generic industry initiatives.
• Assist budgeting for labor, license fees and costs for licensing projects.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Problem solving

Oral/written communication

Planning/organizing

Adaptability

Dependability

Team Building

Safety Culture

Quality Assurance

Education

B.S. in Mechanical Engineering

B.S. in Nuclear Engineering

B.S. in Electrical Engineering

B.S. in Chemical Engineering

Job description

This position may be available for remote work within the contiguous United States, with travel as required for business needs. Please note that while work may be considered remote, NuScale observes an in-office requirement for all full-time employees who reside within a 30-mile radius of our Houston or Corvallis office location.

POSITION SUMMARY:

Ensure the development of timely and quality products for assigned submittal to the Nuclear Regulatory Commission. Provides licensing services to engineering, test, safety analysis internal resources on regulatory and licensing activities in support of NuScale design certification and standardized design projects. Interfaces with NRC on assigned activities. Prepares regulatory submittals based on and compliant with technical documentation, regulatory requirements and NuScale commitments.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Assists in the preparation, editing and reviewing of regulatory submittals originated within the Licensing Department to the NRC in support of the NuScale licensing effort. Will need to use authoring, reviewing, editing, document planning, and organizational skills to assist in the preparation of a large and complex nuclear license application as well as smaller technical and topical reports, and white papers.
• Conducts comprehensive research on regulatory requirements for the technical staff. Provides or obtains interpretations, depending on levels of technical and legal complexity, of existing regulatory laws, requirements and guidelines to help guide the NuScale design or documentation requirements for the DCA or other licensing submittals.
• Participates in generic industry initiatives
• Assists work within the budgets for labor (internal and contract), license fees and other costs as required for assigned licensing projects.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

CORE COMPETENCIES:

• Problem solving: Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner, gathers and reviews information appropriately. Uses own judgment and acts independently; seeks input from other team members as appropriate for complex or sensitive situations.
• Oral/written communication: Listens carefully and speaks clearly and professionally in all situations. Edits work for accuracy and clarity, is able to create, read and interpret complex written information. Ability to develop strong interpersonal networks within the organization.
• Planning/organizing: Prioritizes and plans work activities, organizes personal and project timelines and deadlines, tracks project timelines and deadlines, and uses time efficiently.
• Adaptability: Adapts to changes in the work environment, manages competing demands and is able to deal with frequent interruptions, changes, delays, or unexpected events.
• Dependability: Consistently on time and at work, responds to management expectations and solicits feedback to improve performance.
• Team Building: Capable of developing strong interpersonal networks and trust within the organization. Leads consensus by involving all stakeholders, facilitating their understanding of differences, agreeing on requirements and constraints, and developing the best solution.
• Safety Culture: Adheres to the NuScale Safety culture and is expected to model safe behavior and influence peers to meet high standards.
• Quality Assurance: Commits to the understanding and implementation of quality assurance regulations, standards, and guidelines of 10 CFR 50 Appendix B, 10 CFR 21, and NQA-1.

Minimum Skills, Qualifications And Abilities

• Education: A minimum of a B.S. degree in Mechanical Engineering, Nuclear Engineering, Electrical Engineering or Chemical Engineering is required. An advanced degree is preferred.
• Experience: Minimum of 3 years of full-time Licensing and/or Engineering experience at a commercial nuclear power plant, nuclear reactor supplier, or nuclear industry architect-engineering firm is required. Demonstrable experience in negotiating with Regulators preferred.
• Industry Requirements: Eligible to work under Department of Energy 10 CFR Part 810.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Ability to understand and communicate clearly using a phone, personal interaction, and computers.
• Ability to learn new job functions and comprehend and understand new concepts quickly and apply them accurately in a rapidly evolving environment.
• The employee frequently is required; to sit and stand; walk; bend, use hands to operate office equipment; and reach with hands and arms.
• Ability to travel nationally and internationally using common forms of transportation.

Disclaimer:

Employee(s) must perform the essential duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation efficiently and accurately without causing significant safety threat to self or others. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employee(s) assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and/or skills required of all employees in this classification.

NuScale Power, LLC is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against otherwise qualified applicants on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, age, sex, marital status, national origin, disability or handicap, or veteran status.

Pay And Benefits

The target pay range for this position is $97,440 - $117,600 annually. The full pay range is $88,000 - $136,000 annually.

At NuScale, compensation decisions are determined using factors such as relevant job-related skills, full-time working experience, education and training, equity within the department.

For information on employee benefits, please visit our Careers Overview page: Employee Benefits | NuScale Power