Probabilistic Safety Assessment Expert | Saudi Arabia
On-siteRiyadh, Riyadh Region, Saudi Arabia
Job Summary
Review and assess relevant submittals within the construction license application for the LNPP (Nuclear Power Plant), providing expert technical support in Probabilistic Safety Assessment (PSA) Level 1 and Level 2. Facilitate the review of PSA-related chapters of the Preliminary Safety Analysis Report (PSAR) to contribute to safety evaluation reports and case studies. Develop and implement training programs and materials to support on-the-job training of staff in nuclear safety and PSA methodologies. Ensure compliance with IAEA safety standards and support the development of the regulatory framework for nuclear safety. This role involves early interactions with the Applicant for the construction license and guidance on the integration of PSA with design and system analysis of NPP safety reports. The candidate will assist in the capacity development of staff in nuclear safety and PSA methodologies while ensuring adherence to IAEA standards (GSR Part 4, SSG-3, SSG-4).
Required Qualifications
- Advanced University degree in science, technology, engineering, mathematics, or a related field with a focus on PSA Level 1 and/or Level 2
- Minimum of 10 years of experience in nuclear science/engineering, specifically within the nuclear safety context
- Proven experience in developing and implementing regulatory frameworks and processes for nuclear installations, with a focus on PSA Level 1 and/or Level 2
- Strong knowledge of PSA techniques, tools, and their application in nuclear safety
- In-depth understanding of the Nuclear Safety framework, including licensing processes and regulatory oversight for nuclear power plants
- Extensive experience in reviewing and assessing NPP safety analysis reports, particularly those related to PSA and their integration with design and system analysis chapters
- Experience working with countries embarking on nuclear power programs and applying IAEA safety standards (GSR Part 4, SSG-3, SSG-4)
- Practical experience in developing technical documents related to nuclear safety and regulatory frameworks, especially IAEA safety standards (SSG-3, SSG-4)
- Proven ability to manage and implement complex technical or scientific projects
- Fluency in written and spoken English
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