Senior Nuclear Safety & ISA Engineer

Lumicity; Oak Ridge (TN); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Lumicity in Oak Ridge, TN seeks an experienced Nuclear Safety / ISA Engineer to establish and maintain the safety basis for a new complex nuclear facility. You will own safety documentation across ISA/DSA, collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, and support licensing, regulatory reviews, and readiness activities.

The role emphasizes strong hazard analysis, regulatory compliance, and DOE-related requirements, with significant technical ownership and direct impact on project safety and success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline with emphasis on nuclear safety.
• 4+ years in nuclear safety engineering or safety analysis.
• Experience developing ISA/DSA or equivalent safety documentation.
• Familiarity with 10 CFR 70/830 or equivalent regulations.
• Experience in DOE nuclear facilities or similar regulated environments.
• Eligibility to obtain and maintain a DOE security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and review ISA/DSA safety documentation and supporting analyses.
• Conduct hazard identification, accident analyses, and risk evaluations (HAZOP, FMEA, What-If).
• Identify safety-significant systems and Items Relied On For Safety (IROFS).
• Assess designs and procedures for nuclear safety and regulatory compliance.
• Collaborate with process, mechanical, electrical, controls, and fire protection teams to embed safety requirements.
• Support licensing activities, regulatory reviews, and readiness assessments.
• Provide guidance on nuclear safety, process hazards, and safety-basis development.

Skills

Nuclear Safety

ISA Engineering

Hazard Analysis

DOE Regulations

Regulatory Compliance

Education

Nuclear Engineering Degree

Mechanical Engineering Degree

Safety Engineering Degree

Physics Degree

Job description

Lumicity in Oak Ridge, TN seeks an experienced Nuclear Safety / ISA Engineer to establish and maintain the safety basis for a new complex nuclear facility. You will own safety documentation across ISA/DSA, collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, and support licensing, regulatory reviews, and readiness activities.

The role emphasizes strong hazard analysis, regulatory compliance, and DOE-related requirements, with significant technical ownership and direct impact on project safety and success.