Probabilistic Safety Analysis Engineer I- New Nuclear

Job Responsibilities:

• Perform complex Probabilistic Safety Analysis (PSA) and Probabilistic Risk Assessment (PRA) studies.
• Conduct hazard, consequence, and defense-in-depth evaluations for nuclear systems.
• Support design reviews, construction activities, and advanced reactor development projects.
• Assist with site licensing and construction permit processes.
• Interpret and apply regulations from authorities like the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) and industry bodies (NEI, EPRI).
• Provide engineering support for operations, system assessments, audits, and inspections.
• Identify design or operational issues and recommend corrective actions.
• Lead or support technical problem-solving using innovative engineering approaches.
• Provide technical guidance, mentoring, and training to other engineers.
• Contribute to development of policies, procedures, and engineering programs.
• Ensure compliance with industry codes, standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Participate in project planning, scheduling, and timeline reviews.

Skills:

• Strong knowledge of Probabilistic Risk Assessment (PRA) methodologies and standards (e.g., ASME/ANS RA-S-1.4).
• PRA model development
• Initiating event analysis
• Event sequence analysis
• Uncertainty and sensitivity analysis
• Understanding of nuclear reactor design, especially advanced reactors (e.g., High Temperature Gas-Cooled Reactors).
• Knowledge of transient and accident analysis and radioactive source term evaluation.
• Ability to use and interpret PSA/PRA simulation tools and codes.
• Familiarity with Seismic PRA and Fire PRA.
• Knowledge of NRC regulations, NEI, and EPRI guidelines.

Education/Experience:

• High School