Nuclear Licensing Engineer: NRC Compliance & Inspections

AbilityLinks; Baxley (GA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Southern Nuclear is seeking a Site Licensing Engineer at Plant Hatch to support the Site Licensing Manager in NRC licensing compliance at the plant and liaise with NRC Site Resident Inspectors and Plant Management when the Manager is off-site.

The role requires a BS in engineering or PE, with nuclear licensing experience preferred, strong technical writing, and the ability to communicate with senior management. Occasional travel and after-hours support may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in engineering or PE license required.
• Nuclear licensing experience at a power plant is preferred.
• Plant-specific knowledge is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Advise on NRC licensing and plant compliance with the Site Licensing Manager.
• Interface with NRC Site Resident Inspectors and Plant Management.
• Provide engineering support to ensure design meets licensing requirements.
• Monitor ROP status and report status to leadership.
• Support NRC inspections and understand inspection modules and SDP.
• Assist with operability, reportability determinations, and LER development.
• Understand the licensing basis of the plant.
• Provide licensing support for other assigned duties.
• Perform corrective action program coordinator duties for Regulatory Affairs.
• Manage plant commitment tracking and communication.

Skills

Nuclear licensing knowledge

Regulatory compliance

Technical writing

NRC interface

Interdepartmental coordination

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering

Professional Engineer license

Job description

Southern Nuclear is seeking a Site Licensing Engineer at Plant Hatch to support the Site Licensing Manager in NRC licensing compliance at the plant and liaise with NRC Site Resident Inspectors and Plant Management when the Manager is off-site.

The role requires a BS in engineering or PE, with nuclear licensing experience preferred, strong technical writing, and the ability to communicate with senior management. Occasional travel and after-hours support may be required.