Senior Nuclear Fire Protection Engineer – On-Site Lead

Holtec International; Covert Township (MI); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Hybrid work opportunities

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Wellness program

Commuter benefits

Company-paid life and AD&D insurance

Education assistance

Job summary

Holtec International is seeking a Fire Protection Engineer to lead complex projects across operating nuclear plants, advanced reactors, and facilities. You will oversee FHAs, licensing actions, and regulatory submittals while guiding multidisciplinary teams and mentoring junior staff.

Location is Covert, MI on-site with relocation assistance. The role requires NRC knowledge, engagement with clients and regulators, and strong communication skills to drive design baselines and compliance

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Fire Protection Engineering, Mechanical, Electrical, Nuclear, or related engineering discipline.
• Demonstrated expertise with NRC fire protection regulations and licensing requirements.
• Experience performing Fire Hazards Analyses and compliance evaluations for operating nuclear facilities.
• Strong knowledge of NFPA 805, 10 CFR 50 Appendix R, 10 CFR 50.48, NRC Regulatory Guides, NUREGs and industry guidance documents.
• Experience preparing technical reports, engineering evaluations, and regulatory documentation.
• Excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects while maintaining high-quality technical deliverables.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage complex nuclear fire protection projects from proposal development through project execution and closeout.
• Perform and oversee Fire Hazards Analyses (FHAs) for operating nuclear power plants, advanced reactors, and nuclear facilities.
• Evaluate compliance with NRC regulations including: 10 CFR 50 Appendix R, 10 CFR 50.48, NFPA 805, and related guidance.
• Conduct engineering analyses related to: Fire area assessments, Safe shutdown requirements, Circuit analysis, Fire barrier evaluations, Post-fire operator actions, Risk-informed decision-making.
• Develop technical justifications, exemption requests, licensing basis modifications, and alternative compliance strategies.
• Interpret and apply industry standards including NFPA, IEEE, ASME, ANS, and other applicable nuclear industry requirements.
• Support plant modifications involving fire suppression, fire detection, fire barriers, and life safety systems.
• Prepare and review engineering calculations, technical reports, design basis documents, and regulatory submittals.
• Interface directly with utility clients, NRC personnel, project stakeholders, and multidisciplinary engineering teams.
• Provide mentorship and technical guidance to junior engineers and project staff.
• Support business development activities, proposal preparation, technical presentations, and client relationship management.
• Participate in plant walkdowns, field assessments, inspections, and outage support activities as required.

Skills

Fire protection engineering

NRC regulations

FHAs

Project management

Mentorship

Client engagement

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Fire Protection Engineering

Job description

Holtec International is seeking a Fire Protection Engineer to lead complex projects across operating nuclear plants, advanced reactors, and facilities. You will oversee FHAs, licensing actions, and regulatory submittals while guiding multidisciplinary teams and mentoring junior staff.

Location is Covert, MI on-site with relocation assistance. The role requires NRC knowledge, engagement with clients and regulators, and strong communication skills to drive design baselines and compliance