Licensing Engineer
On-siteAustin, Texas, United States
Job Summary
Lead development of project licensing bases using risk-informed, performance-based (RIPB) methodologies and the Licensing Modernization Project approach. Establish safety-focused design and licensing bases consistent with DOE/NRC expectations, select and evaluate licensing basis events against frequency–consequence targets, and perform deterministic safety analyses to demonstrate compliance with regulatory limits. Classify structures, systems, and components, integrate probabilistic risk assessment models into design decisions, and prepare technical reports for regulatory submittals. Engage with NRC staff, DOE oversight, and stakeholders to present technical arguments while mentoring junior staff and coordinating multidisciplinary teams to meet licensing milestones.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Nuclear Engineering, Mechanical, Electrical, Civil, Chemical, Fire Protection, or closely related engineering/science field
- Licensing Engineer: typically 2+ years of relevant nuclear industry experience with at least 1 year in nuclear operations/design or technical support
- Senior Licensing Engineer: 5+ years of progressive experience in nuclear licensing, design, operations, or safety analysis with demonstrated involvement in NRC/DOE regulatory processes
- Strong understanding of nuclear reactor fundamentals (reactor theory, heat transfer, thermodynamics, fluid mechanics) and reactor systems
- Demonstrated proficiency with PRA methodologies and applications for licensing and safety analyses
- Familiarity with instrumentation & control (I&C) architectures and seismic qualification standards (e.g., ASCE/SEI 43‐19, ASME QME‐1, DOE/EH‐0545) and equipment qualification processes
- Comprehensive understanding of U.S. nuclear regulations, particularly 10 CFR Parts 50 and 52
- Specific knowledge of 10 CFR 50.69 and risk‐informed SSC categorization methods
- Awareness of applicable DOE requirements and standards (e.g., 10 CFR 830, 10 CFR 835, 10 CFR 851, DOE O 420.1, DOE O 426.2, DOE‐STD‐1271‐2025, DOE‐STD‐1027 series)
- Excellent technical writing and oral communication for regulatory submittals and stakeholder interactions
- Strong analytical problem‐solving ability; experience applying RIPB tradeoffs to justify design and program decisions
- Ability to work collaboratively in interdisciplinary teams and to lead or participate in technical review panels
- Proficiency with common engineering analysis tools and PRA software
- Based in the United States
- Willing to work on-site in Austin, TX
- Applicants must be U.S. Citizens or U.S. Persons in compliance with 10 CFR Part 810 and may not hold non-compliant foreign citizenships
Desired Qualifications
- Advanced degree (M.S. or Ph.D.) in a relevant discipline
- Direct experience with non‐LWR or advanced reactor licensing efforts
- Prior interaction experience with the NRC or DOE regulatory reviews
- Experience with quality assurance programs in nuclear projects and construction oversight
- Professional Engineering (PE) license or equivalent certifications
- Familiarity with Parts 73 and 100
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