Licensing Engineers for New Reactor Projects (I-VI)

X-energy; Rockville (MD); On-site; USD 81,000 - 215,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with employer match

Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement/Professional Dev

Job summary

X-energy in Rockville, MD is seeking a Licensing Engineer to support reactor licensing efforts with the U.S. NRC. The role interfaces across licensing, engineering, and procurement to advance regulatory content and compliance for advanced reactor technology.

Responsibilities include preparing licensing content, coordinating with internal teams, and leading regulatory engagements. The position emphasizes safety culture, QA integration, and long-term regulatory strategies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering (e.g., mechanical, nuclear, chemical, or electrical) or science (e.g., environmental science, physics, or chemistry).
• Experience in direct NRC interactions (written and/or verbal).
• Understanding of the nuclear regulatory processes in the United States.
• Experience in project management related to developing schedules and coordinating team activities to produce technical content for regulatory purposes.
• Level II–VI: progressively more licensing experience (two to twenty years).

Responsibilities

• Support portions of licensing activities (certifications, permits, approvals, and licenses) and ensure milestones are met with the NRC.
• Provide licensing support to engineers to develop requirements that comply with NRC regulations and guidance.
• Support scope development of the annual regulatory engagement plan, lead regulatory audits and RAIs responses.
• Develop licensing content to support portions of Safety Analysis Reports and licensing applications.
• Support planning and executing the X-energy licensing strategy.
• Develop regulatory white papers, technical reports, and licensing topical reports.
• Support development of licensing plans and associated budgets.
• Actively support the X-energy safety culture and ensure QA integration in licensing processes.
• Maintain professional demeanor and behavior in all communications.
• Perform other duties as assigned by manager.

Skills

NRC licensing experience

Technical writing

Regulatory interface

Project management

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or science

Job description

Job Description

Join X-energy’s growing reactor licensing team and support the development of reactor licensing efforts and associated engagements with the U.S. NRC. This role will support portions of licensing application development and interface between internal teams (licensing, engineering, program/project management, supply chain, and procurement) and the U.S. NRC. Licensing Engineers are engaged in environmental licensing, nuclear safety, nuclear security, emergency planning, safeguards, and regulatory compliance for X-energy’s advanced high-temperature gas-cooled reactor technology. This position offers the opportunity to contribute to first-of-a-kind advanced reactor projects that define industry-best licensing practices.

Job Profile Tasks/Responsibilities

• Support portions of licensing activities (certifications, permits, approvals, and licenses associated with reactor technologies) and ensure milestones are met as agreed with the U.S. NRC.




• Provide licensing support to engineers in developing technical requirements that will ensure compliance with NRC regulations and guidance.




• Support scope development of the annual regulatory engagement plan, lead regulatory audits and responses to RAIs (Requests for Additional Information).




• Develop licensing content to support portions of Safety Analysis Reports and licensing applications.




• Support planning and executing the X-energy licensing strategy.




• Develop regulatory white papers, technical reports, and licensing topical reports.




• Support development of licensing plans and associated budgets.




• Actively support the X-energy safety culture and ensure integration of quality in licensing processes as informed by the X-energy Quality Assurance Program.




• Maintain professional demeanor and behavior at all times in all forms of communication.




• Perform other duties as assigned by manager.

Job Profile Minimum Qualifications

• All Levels :




• Bachelor’s degree in engineering (e.g., mechanical, nuclear, chemical, or electrical engineering), science (e.g., environmental science, physics, or chemistry), or other related area.




• Experience in direct NRC interactions (written and/or verbal).




• Understanding of the nuclear regulatory processes in the United States.




• Experience in project management related to developing schedules and coordinating team activities to produce technical content for regulatory purposes.




• Level II : Typically, two years of relevant licensing experience.




• Level III : Typically, five years of relevant licensing experience.




• Level IV : Typically, ten years of relevant licensing experience.




• Level V : Typically, fifteen years of relevant licensing experience.




• Level VI : Typically, twenty years of relevant licensing experience.

Preferred Skills

Candidates for this role would ideally have knowledge or experience in one or more of the following areas, commensurate with their educational and professional background:

• Experience with U.S. NRC construction permit and operating license application preparation and/or reviews




• Knowledge of high-temperature gas reactor technologies and/or first-of-a-kind nuclear technologies




• Knowledge of small modular reactor technical and licensing considerations




• Knowledge of U.S. NRC and/or U.S. DOE regulatory requirements for reactor licensing

Location: 530 Gaither Road, Rockville, MD

Work Arrangement: 4 Days Onsite per Week

Hours: 8:00am-5:00pm, Mon-Fri

Compensation

As required by Maryland and other applicable state law, X Energy, LLC (X-energy) lists the expected compensation range for a publicly advertised job opportunity based upon the job requirements (e.g. education/training, experience, skill sets, etc.). Individual candidates who meet the job requirements for the posted position will be offered a salary within this range based on their respective levels of education/training, experience, and other qualifications unique to them. Salary ranges may vary based on the specific office location and region referenced in the posting to take into consideration differences in cost of living and may not be reflective of all regions. Please note that compensation ranges listed for US job postings reflect base salary only and do not include benefits or other incentives.

Offers within the posted salary range are commensurate with the individual’s qualifications for the position, along with a view on internal equity, market data, and room for growth. The salary range for this position is:

Level I: $81,314 - $135,524 / Level II: $88,725 - $147,875 / Level III: $103,575 - $172,625 / Level IV: $143,550 - $183,425 / Level V: $165,000 - $190,000 / Level VI: $190,000 - $215,000

Position Job Classification

Full time - Exempt

Benefits

X Energy, LLC offers a robust benefits package that includes a 401K plan with an employer match, Medical/Dental /Vision Insurance, Life and Disability Insurance, Paid Time Off, and a Tuition Reimbursement/Professional Development policy that supports the continuing education of our employees.

An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

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