Nuclear Materials Engineer – Regulatory & Advanced Reactors

U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission; Rockville (MD); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) in Rockville, MD seeks a Materials Engineer to join the Office of Advanced Reactors, Division of Advanced Reactor Engineering, Advanced Reactor Engineering Branch 1, 3 or 4.

The role involves evaluating materials-related issues across licensing actions and providing technical guidance to NRC staff and stakeholders. Ideal candidates will demonstrate knowledge of nuclear plant materials design, construction, operation, inspection, and evaluation, plus

Qualifications

• Specialized experience defined as knowledge of the design, construction, operation, inspection, and/or evaluation of nuclear plant materials, components, structures, and/or facilities.
• Demonstrated ability to lead or participate in complex, highly technical research projects or tasks.
• Ability to communicate technical information clearly, both orally and in writing.

Responsibilities

• Review complex materials engineering-related issues to evaluate NRC regulations and changes to licenses.
• Utilize materials engineering expertise to perform operating experience reviews, support inspections and enforcement, and develop regulations and guidance.
• Provide technical advice to NRC management and staff and communicate complex materials engineering issues with stakeholders.
• Review license submittals relative to regulatory requirements using risk-informed and performance-based principles.
• Review safety evaluation reports for design certification, combined license, construction permit, and operating license applications.

Education

ABET-accredited engineering degree

Job description

The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) in Rockville, MD seeks a Materials Engineer to join the Office of Advanced Reactors, Division of Advanced Reactor Engineering, Advanced Reactor Engineering Branch 1, 3 or 4.

The role involves evaluating materials-related issues across licensing actions and providing technical guidance to NRC staff and stakeholders. Ideal candidates will demonstrate knowledge of nuclear plant materials design, construction, operation, inspection, and evaluation, plus