Nuclear Licensing Engineer at TerraPower Bellevue, WA

Nuclear Licensing Engineer

Location: Bellevue, WA; Rockville, MD or Hybrid USA

TerraPower is a nuclear technology company focused on advanced nuclear reactor research and development, and the production of medical isotopes.

TerraPower is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. As a federal contractor, TerraPower has instituted an affirmative action plan to proactively recruit, hire, and promote women, minorities, disabled persons, and veterans.

Responsibilities

• Draft, author, and review licensing documents for 10 CFR Part 30, 40, and 70 (e.g., Safety Analysis Report and Environmental Report)
• Coordinate with project stakeholders to prepare responses to NRC audit questions and requests for additional information
• Interface with the Licensing Team to complete licensing tasks
• Coordinate with design personnel to ensure designs and design changes meet regulatory requirements
• Prepare, review, and maintain licensing documentation in compliance with regulations and strict quality assurance standards
• Interface with technical discipline teams at TerraPower, partners, and contractors
• Review correspondence to and from regulatory agencies
• Develop licensing strategies to support project goals

Key Qualifications and Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering from an accredited, four-year university or equivalent experience
• Capability and willingness to adhere to strict quality assurance standards
• Demonstrated, applicable experience in nuclear licensing, or comparable field
• 10 years plus experience with 10 CFR regulations and guidance
• 10 years plus experience with NRC licensing actions involving 10 CFR 30, 40, and 70 applications
• Self-starter with ability to manage deadlines
• Proficient in MS Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Excel) and Adobe Professional
• Strong communication skills
• High degree of trust and integrity, with respect and a desire to foster teamwork
• Actual position starting level and title will be determined based on assessment of qualifications

Job Functions

• Motor Abilities: Sitting and/or standing for extended periods, bending/stooping, grasping/gripping, fine motor control (hands)
• Physical exertion and/or requirements: Minimal, with ability to safely lift up to 25 pounds
• Repetitive work: Prolonged
• Special senses: Visual and audio focused work
• Work conditions: Stairs, typing/keyboard, standard and/or sitting working environment of >8 hrs./day
• Travel required: 0-10%

Salary

Salary Range 9: $99,041 - $148,561

Salary Range 10: $113,605 - $170,408

Typically, our employee salaries are within .90 – 1.0 of the mid-point of the posted salary bands. This range is specific to Washington State.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits

• Competitive Compensation
• Salary, eligible to participate in discretionary short-term incentive payments
• Comprehensive Medical and Wellness Benefits
• Vision
• Dental
• Life
• Life and Disability
• Gender Affiliation Benefits
• Parental Leave
• 401k Plan
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 21 days of annually accrued PTO
• Generous Holiday Schedule
• 10 paid holidays
• Relocation Assistance
• Professional and Educational Support Opportunities