Consultant/Engineer - PRA and PSA

Consultant/Engineer - PRA and PSA

Chicago, Illinois, United States

Jensen Hughes is renowned for its leadership in fire protection engineering, extending expertise across security and risk-based fields. Our engineers and consultants collaborate to solve complex safety and security challenges, ensuring clients can protect what matters most. We value our employees and foster a culture of trust, integrity, and professional growth.

Jensen Hughes seeks entry-level to senior-level Engineers with experience in Probabilistic Risk Assessment (PRA) and Probabilistic Safety Assessment (PSA) or advanced nuclear or licensing experience related to risk-based methods. This role involves partnering with global leaders in the nuclear industry on projects that influence risk and reliability, plant safety, regulatory decision-making, and next-generation PRA techniques.

Our PRA team is based in West Chester, PA, but remote work is available for qualified candidates. If you're looking to deepen your expertise, contribute to meaningful projects, and grow in a collaborative environment, this is the place for you.

Responsibilities include:

• PRA Modeling & Analysis – developing and enhancing PRA models for internal events, fire, seismic, and external hazards
• Risk-Informed Applications – supporting licensing and regulatory strategies that impact plant operations
• Tools & Innovation – applying online risk tools and exploring advanced methods
• Human Reliability & Accident Analysis – conducting HRA and evaluating severe accident scenarios
• Advanced Nuclear – supporting regulatory and risk initiatives for next-generation nuclear
• Client & Regulatory Support – providing consulting expertise, preparing regulatory submittals, and delivering solutions that improve safety and efficiency

Core responsibilities include:

• Conduct PRA analyses, calculations, and risk-informed engineering evaluations
• Collaborate with colleagues and clients to deliver practical, innovative solutions
• Communicate technical findings clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Mentor and support early-career engineers through knowledge-sharing and guidance
• Advise and interpret new and advanced nuclear regulations, methods, and approaches to support industry and advanced nuclear vendor needs
• Contribute to business growth by building relationships and identifying opportunities

Minimum requirements include:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (or equivalent PRA-related experience)
• Experience with nuclear plant or advanced nuclear PRA, operations, licensing, or engineering
• Strong analytical skills and a commitment to nuclear safety
• Clear and confident communication skills, both written and verbal
• United States citizen or lawful permanent resident

Preferred qualifications include:

• 5+ years of PRA experience (10+ for senior-level consideration)
• Hands-on experience in PRA (internal events, fire PRA, external hazards, or risk-informed applications)
• Familiarity with NRC risk-informed processes
• Prior consulting or client-facing experience
• Project management or technical leadership experience

Why join us?

• Make an impact: Your work will directly improve nuclear safety and influence regulatory decisions.
• Grow your career: We invest in your development through mentorship, training, and exposure to advanced projects.
• Collaborative culture: Work with a diverse, talented team that values knowledge-sharing and innovation.
• Flexibility: Remote work options available for qualified candidates.

We encourage you to apply—even if you don't meet every requirement. If you're passionate about nuclear safety and eager to grow in PRA, we'd love to hear from you.