Licensing Manager

U.S. Fusion Energy; Shine (NC); Hybrid; USD 160,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

SHINE Technologies is seeking a Licensing Manager to lead a team responsible for licensing and compliance activities under applicable regulations. The role coordinates work, resolves licensing issues, and aligns technical and licensing deliverables; travels occasionally for meetings or on-site engagements.

Hybrid or remote work is considered. While HQ is in Janesville, WI, applicants nationwide who can collaborate virtually are welcome.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of nuclear regulatory experience.
• Strong knowledge of 10 CFR Part 50 and NRC processes.
• Ability to communicate effectively with regulators and internal teams.

Responsibilities

• Define, develop, and execute SHINE’s licensing strategies.
• Oversee licensing activities and regulatory engagement plans.

Skills

Regulatory affairs

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering/science or related field

Senior Reactor Operator License or Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program

Tools

Microsoft Office

Adobe Acrobat Pro

Job description

Licensing Manager

SHINE Technologies, LLC

Janesville, WI

Full-time

Description

SHINE Technologies is seeking a Licensing Manager who will lead a team of licensing staff responsible for licensing and compliance activities conducted in accordance with applicable local, state, and federal regulations. The Licensing Manager ensures adequate implementation of SHINE’s licensing strategies via the coordination of work activities, identifying and resolving licensing‑related issues, and ensuring alignment between technical and licensing deliverables. Long term responsibilities will include oversight of compliance and support activities. The Licensing Manager is SHINE’s primary interface with the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission.

Hybrid or remote work arrangement will be considered. While our headquarters is located in Janesville, Wisconsin, we welcome applicants from across the U.S. who can effectively collaborate in a virtual environment. Candidates may be asked to travel occasionally for team meetings or onsite engagements, depending on business needs.

The base salary range for this position is $160,000 - $200,000 per year plus a comprehensive compensation package. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Define, develop, and execute SHINE’s licensing strategies.
• Oversee the execution of licensing activities, including the development and maintenance of regulatory engagement plans, the conduct of pre-application engagements, and the coordination of reviews by regulatory agencies.
• Oversee the development of licensing correspondence to regulatory agencies (e.g., amendment requests, application supplements, responses to requests for additional information, exemption requests), ensuring the completeness and accuracy of the licensing correspondence.
• Oversee the maintenance of the SHINE licensing bases, including the Safety Analysis Reports for SHINE facilities licensed under 10 CFR Part 50 and the programs described therein.
• Interface with regulatory agencies in the planning of regulatory engagements, regulatory reviews, and oversight activities.
• Ensure documentation developed by regulatory agencies (e.g., Safety Evaluation Reports, Inspection Reports) is accurate and consistent with the applicable SHINE licensing basis.
• Prepare and deliver licensing presentations to internal and external organizations.
• Oversee implementation of the SHINE corrective action program.
• Lead resolution of key strategic licensing issues.
• Develop and manage the departmental budget.
• Participate in industry-led and regulator-led regulatory activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, scientific discipline, or related field, or equivalent experience such as a Senior Reactor Operator License or the Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program.
• A minimum of 7 years of nuclear experience in regulatory affairs, engineering, operations, or quality assurance.
• Demonstrated knowledge of Title 10 of the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR), with an emphasis on 10 CFR Part 50.
• Demonstrated knowledge of regulatory guidance applicable to non-power production and utilization facilities and radioactive material licenses.
• Demonstrated knowledge of NRC and Agreement State licensing processes.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe Acrobat Pro.
• Ability to communicate effectively with all levels within the organization, as well as interface with regulators, contractors, and suppliers.

Eligibility for employment is conditioned on the applicant’s ability to qualify for access to information subject to U.S. Export Controls. Additionally, applicant’s eligibility may be conditioned based upon meeting the Nuclear Regulatory Commission requirements for access to Safeguards Information, which typically requires a pre-employment drug screen, fingerprinting and criminal background check.

SHINE values diversity in all its forms as a critical component of innovation, which is fundamental to our success. Every member of the SHINE community benefits from the talents and experiences of our peers, from the mutual respect we exercise, and from the responsibility we take for our actions.

SHINE Technologies is 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, disability or veteran status.