Licensing Engineers for New Reactor Projects (I-VI)

X energy LLC; Rockville (MD); On-site; USD 103,575 - 172,625; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with employer match

Medical/Dental / Vision Insurance

Life and Disability Insurance

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement/Professional Dev

Job summary

X-energy LLC in Rockville, MD is seeking a Licensing Engineer to support reactor licensing efforts and interface with the U.S. NRC. You will contribute to licensing activities, prepare technical content, and coordinate between engineering, program management, and procurement teams.

Candidates should have a engineering or science degree, experience with NRC interactions, and a solid understanding of U.S. nuclear regulatory processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, science, or 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.

Responsibilities

• Support portions of licensing activities and ensure milestones are met with the U.S. NRC.
• Provide licensing support to engineers developing technical requirements for NRC compliance.
• Develop licensing content to support Safety Analysis Reports and licensing applications.
• Support planning and executing the licensing strategy and budgeting.

Skills

NRC interactions

Regulatory processes understanding

Project management

Scheduling coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field

Job description

X-energy LLC conducts a thorough recruiting process and will never issue offers without interview to discuss qualifications and responsibilities. All applications will be submitted via our company career page, www.x-energy.com/careers/ . We will never ask you to provide payment information as part of the recruiting process. If anyone claiming to represent X-energy directs you in a manner otherwise, please contact us at www.x-energy.com/contact-us .Job DescriptionJoin 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/ResponsibilitiesSupport 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 QualificationsAll 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 SkillsCandidates 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 reviewsKnowledge of high-temperature gas reactor technologies and/or first-of-a-kind nuclear technologiesKnowledge of small modular reactor technical and licensing considerationsKnowledge of U.S. NRC and/or U.S. DOE regulatory requirements for reactor licensingLocation: 530 Gaither Road, Rockville, MDWork Arrangement: 4 Days Onsite per WeekHours: 8:00am-5:00pm, Mon-FriCompensationAs 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 - $215,000Position Job ClassificationFull time - ExemptBenefitsX 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.X Energy, LLC participates in E-Verify. Please visit the links below for more information about E-Verify and the protection of your Right to Work.Right To Work Link: If you have the right to work, don't let anyone take it away (e-verify.gov)E-Verify Participation Link: E-Verify Participation Poster English and Spanish