Senior Nuclear Engineer: Core Physics & Regulatory Review

US Nuclear Regulatory Commission; Rockville (MD); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) in Rockville, MD is seeking candidates who can perform complex reactor engineering reviews and provide technical and policy recommendations within the regulatory framework.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate deep knowledge of reactor core, fuel, and thermal-hydraulic systems, and will be able to communicate findings clearly to management, staff, and external organizations. Experience collaborating with stakeholders is essential.

Qualifications

• Experience performing complex nuclear engineering reviews.
• Experience supporting regulatory reviews and policy activities.
• Ability to formulate sound technical judgments and policy recommendations.
• Strong communication skills, both written and oral, with stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Conduct complex reactor-related engineering reviews under regulatory frameworks.
• Provide technical and policy recommendations to management and external stakeholders.
• Communicate clearly and concisely in written and oral formats.

Skills

Nuclear engineering

Regulatory reviews

Policy analysis

Technical decision-making

Job description

U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) in Rockville, MD is seeking candidates who can perform complex reactor engineering reviews and provide technical and policy recommendations within the regulatory framework.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate deep knowledge of reactor core, fuel, and thermal-hydraulic systems, and will be able to communicate findings clearly to management, staff, and external organizations. Experience collaborating with stakeholders is essential.