Nuclear Licensing Engineer, Senior Engineer or Staff Engineer - Advanced Reactors (GLEN ALLEN, VA, US, 23060)

Dominion Energy; Glen Allen (VA); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Dominion Energy is seeking a Nuclear Licensing Engineer to support licensing activities for next-generation nuclear projects, including certifications, permits, and licenses related to reactor technologies. The role will be based at Innsbrook in Glen Allen, VA, with potential placement at other plants, and requires collaboration with the Advanced Reactors Team.

The candidate will develop and execute licensing plans, interact with NRC regulators, and prepare technical reports while ensuring

Qualifications

• ABET-accredited engineering degree required.
• Engineering PhD can substitute for up to 5 years of experience.

Responsibilities

• Support planning and execution of licensing strategy.
• Develop regulatory white papers and licensing plans.
• Interface with vendors and industry counterparts.
• Ensure milestones are met and regulatory requirements are satisfied.
• Communicate complex technical and regulatory information to stakeholders.

Skills

Regulatory licensing

NRC regulations

Public speaking

Stakeholder communication

Education

ABET-accredited engineering degree

Engineering PhD substitution

Job description

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Dominion Energy is committed to providing reliable, affordable, and increasingly clean energy that powers our customers every day. If you want to work for a purpose-driven company that values safety and collaboration, we’re looking for you. You won’t just find a job here; you’ll find your career.Review the position below and apply today .

We offer a hybrid 3-2 work schedule (three days in the office, two days of teleworking) to accommodate the need for flexibility.

Military service members and veterans with ranks from E5-E9, W1-CW5, or O3-O6, plus appropriate equivalent combination of education and years of experience as outlined below will be considered for this opportunity. At this time, Dominion Energy cannot transfer or sponsor a work visa or employment authorization for this position.

Job Summary

Nuclear Power has played an important role in meeting the world’s electrical energy needs for 50+ years. And with the nation’s power demand rising dramatically in the decades ahead, Nuclear Power will be indispensable in meeting the concurrent challenges of reliability, affordability, and air pollution reduction.

Building upon its long-standing commitment to its existing fleet of four traditional nuclear power stations, Dominion Energy (DE) is actively exploring the potential benefits of the next generation of nuclear technology. Often tagged “Advanced Reactors” or “New Nuclear,” a variety of advanced and small modular reactor (SMR) designs are being examined with the ultimate goal of adding the first unit to DE’s North Anna Site.

As DE pursues the next generation of nuclear power technology, it is essential for the company to effectively navigate the evolving licensing and regulatory environment. Our Advanced Reactors Team is currently seeking an engineering professional to support licensing activities associated with the development and management of our new nuclear projects.

The single “Nuclear Licensing Engineer” position will be filled at the Engineer, Senior Engineer or Staff Engineer level commensurate with the successful candidate's education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities. The preferred work location of the Nuclear Licensing Engineer is at our Innsbrook campus located in Glen Allen, VA. However, the position can be based at any of our four power stations: Jenkinsville, SC; Mineral, VA; Surry, VA; or Waterford, CT.

The Nuclear Licensing Engineer will support a variety of licensing activities (certifications, permits, approvals, and licenses associated with reactor technologies) and ensure milestones are met.More specifically, they will:

• Support the planning and execution of the licensing strategy
• Provide 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
• Support regulatory audits and responses to RAI’s (Requests for Additional Information)
• Develop regulatory white papers, technical reports, licensing plans, and licensing topical reports
• Perform specialized licensing duties involving researching, evaluating, and communicating technical and legal information relating to plant design and licensing bases, regulatory requirements
• Interface and collaborate with technology vendors and industry counterparts
• Perform other duties as requested or assigned.

In all aspects of their role, the Nuclear Licensing Engineer will need to establish and nurture productive relationships with a variety of stakeholders. They will need to communicate with precision and timeliness to ensure actions items are completed on time and of exceptional quality.

To be qualified for the Nuclear Licensing Engineer, one must meet the following requirements:

• BS in Engineering from an ABET-accredited program*
• 2+ years of relevant engineering experience working at or in support of a nuclear station
• BS in Engineering from an ABET-accredited program*
• 5+ years of relevant engineering experience working at or in support of a nuclear station
• BS in Engineering from an ABET-accredited program*
• 8+ years of relevant engineering experience working at or in support of a nuclear station

An Engineering PhD can be substituted for up to 5 years' experience based on research engineering work on directly related projects approved by executive leadership;

HIGHLY PREFERRED CANDIDATES WILL ALSO POSSESS

• 3+ years demonstrated experience in new build design, construction projects, and/or engineering preferred.
• Proven abilities working with budgets, schedules and other associated project tools representing engineering and design progress.
• Experience in large- or mega-projects, such as site selection, development and preparation activities, environmental controls, and operations, is desirable.
• Experience with NRC regulatory and licensing processes.
• Proven leadership ability managing and employing sound judgment and decision-making skills.
• Proven ability to represent the company and projects before regulatory agencies and in public forums.
• Excellent public speaking and presentation skills required to interact with regulators, technology vendors, public interests and project contractors.
• Proven leadership ability to diplomatically and assertively handle challenging situations with regulatory agencies, the public, vendors and company personnel.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, and negotiation skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and apply project management skills.
• Ability to work and develop rapport with all levels of management and staff.

Education Requirements

Required Degree (equivalency not accepted in lieu of required degree):

*Qualifying education includes:

• 4-year Engineering degree from an ABET accredited Engineering program based on the year that the Engineering program was accredited by ABET, or
• 4-year Engineering degree from an institution outside of the U.S. which is accredited through the country's own Engineering accrediting body under the Washington Accord as a full signatory, and is a degree that was recognized by the country's accrediting body on or after the date that full signatory status was achieved, or
• 4-year degree in Engineering (non-ABET accredited), Physics, Chemistry, Math or Engineering Technology and a post-graduate Engineering degree from an institution where the undergraduate degree in the same Engineering discipline is ABET-accredited based on the year the Engineering program was accredited by ABET, or
• Holds or has previously held a valid U.S. Professional Engineer license

Licenses, Certifications, or Quals Description

Note: Dominion Energy minimum experience and education requirements may exceed stated ANSI standards and candidates must meet the Dominion Energy minimum requirements.

For Nuclear employees, this ANSI standard must be met, all of which is met or exceeded in the Engineer series job summaries with the exception of the Nuclear Power experience requirement of at least 1 year:

ANSI/ANS-3.1-2014, Section 4.6.1 Education requirements: Baccalaureate or associate degree in engineering or related science. Minimum experience for the position: Related experience which shall include 2 years; Nuclear power plant experience to include 1 year.

Working Conditions

Dust / Grease / Oil Up to 25%

Energized Wires Up to 25%

Fumes Up to 25%

Heat Up to 25%

Loud Noise Up to 25%

Operating Machinery Up to 25%

Travel Up to 25%

Radiation Up to 25%

Test Description

No Testing

Export Control

Certain positions at Dominion Energy may involve access to information and technology subject to export controls under U.S. law. Compliance with these export controls may result in Dominion Energy limiting its consideration of certain applicants.

What You'll Get

Expected Hiring Base Salary Range:

The expected hiring base salary range is the range we anticipate hiring within for this position. The actual salary offered may vary based on factors such as the selected candidate’s qualifications, skills, experience, and work location. This is not intended to represent the full salary range for the position or limit future compensation growth.

At Dominion Energy, we offer excellent plans and programs for employees. Employees are rewarded with a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package which includes: health, dental, and vision benefits with coverage for families and domestic partners, vacation, retirement plans including 401k contributions and matches, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, bonus eligibility, sick leave, and disability insurance. To learn more about our benefits, click here: dombenefits.com.

Dominion Energy is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin and/or status as a protected veteran or individual with a disability.

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