Senior Technical Nuclear Expert

Description

• Review AI/ML applications for nuclear safety implications
• Support nuclear island layout and arrangement optimization
• Review reactor core design including fuel assembly configuration and control rod patterns
• Perform safety evaluations to verify that nuclear systems meet requirements and will perform as needed to afford reasonable assurance of plant safety
• Review nuclear-grade component specifications and procurement requirements
• Evaluate supplier quality programs for nuclear-grade components
• Provide nuclear technical expertise to Nuclear OS development teams
• Provide technical guidance to engineering teams on nuclear safety systems and reactor design
• Mentor junior engineers and technical staff on nuclear engineering principles
• Ensure compliance with ASME NQA-1 quality assurance requirements for nuclear facilities
• Provide advanced technical expertise on nuclear regulatory requirements including 10 CFR Part 50, 10 CFR Part 52, 10 CFR 50 Appendix B, and ASME NQA-1 standards
• Maintain technical basis documents for design decisions and regulatory commitments
• Assess nuclear fuel design including enrichment, burnup, and reload strategies
• Document lessons learned from nuclear projects and operations
• Conduct reactor physics analyses including criticality, neutron flux distribution, and fuel burnup calculations
• Prepare and review safety analysis reports (SAR/FSAR) for NRC submission
• Coordinate with NRC staff on technical issues and regulatory positions
• Validate automated compliance tracking for nuclear regulatory requirements
• Assess accident scenarios and develop mitigation strategies
• Evaluate equipment qualification for nuclear service including seismic, environmental, and radiation qualification
• Lead ITAAC (Inspections, Tests, Analyses, and Acceptance Criteria) development and closure to demonstrate compliance with design commitments
• Review and approve nuclear system designs for safety, reliability, and performance
• Evaluate reactor control systems and instrumentation for safety-related functions
• Coordinate technical reviews of facility nuclear safety features
• Ensure technical accuracy of nuclear engineering data in Nuclear OS
• Analyze nuclear safety systems including reactor protection, emergency core cooling, and containment systems
• Review inspection and test procedures for nuclear systems and components
• Perform thermal-hydraulic analysis of reactor core and cooling systems
• Support corrective action programs for nuclear quality issues
• Collaborate with reactor vendors and nuclear steam supply system (NSSS) suppliers
• Interface with NRC staff on technical and regulatory matters
• Present technical information to executives, board members, and external stakeholders
• Review and approve calculations, analyses, and technical evaluations
• Ensure compliance with 10 CFR 52.103(g) requirements for fuel load authorization
• Ensure Nuclear OS features align with nuclear safety requirements and regulatory expectations
• Support NRC licensing activities including design certification, combined license (COL), and operating license applications
• Evaluate radiation protection and shielding design for personnel safety
• Support 10 CFR 50 Appendix B implementation and compliance verification
• Support public outreach on nuclear safety and technology
• Review passive and active safety systems for defense-in-depth capability
• Develop design basis documents and technical specifications
• Prepare technical reports and white papers on nuclear engineering topics
• Engage with industry organizations (NEI, EPRI, ANS) on nuclear standards and best practices
• Review quality assurance programs for design, procurement, construction, and operations
• Lead technical reviews of design and construction processes associated with nuclear facilities
• Ensure traceability of nuclear safety-related items throughout the supply chain
• Create technical training materials for nuclear engineering staff
• Serve as subject matter expert on nuclear reactor systems, safety analysis, and nuclear engineering principles
• Track and implement regulatory guidance including Standard Review Plans (NUREG-0800), Regulatory Guides, and industry standards
• Support NRC inspections and respond to regulatory questions and requests for additional information (RAIs)
• Support digital twin development with nuclear system modeling expertise

Requirements

• Publications in peer-reviewed nuclear engineering journals
• Knowledge of ANSI/ANS standards for nuclear facilities
• 10+ years working with commercial nuclear power plants or advanced reactor designs
• Experience with NRC licensing processes including design certification and COL
• Background in nuclear construction or commissioning
• Knowledge of international nuclear standards (IAEA, WENRA)
• Experience with digital I&C systems and software-based safety systems
• Familiarity with IEEE standards for nuclear power plant instrumentation and control
• Deep understanding of reactor systems including primary coolant, emergency core cooling, containment, and auxiliary systems
• Experience with NRC or international regulatory agencies
• 5+ years in technical leadership or subject matter expert roles
• Knowledge of engineering design processes and configuration management
• Understanding of radiation protection, shielding design, and ALARA principles
• 15+ years of experience in nuclear engineering, reactor design, or nuclear operations
• Senior Reactor Operator (SRO) license or equivalent operational experience
• Experience with advanced reactor designs (SMRs, Gen IV reactors)
• Background in nuclear fuel cycle or waste management
• Strong understanding of ASME Boiler & Pressure Vessel Code Section III (nuclear components)
• Understanding of digital instrumentation and control systems for nuclear applications
• Experience with technical writing and preparation of regulatory documents
• Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred
• Strong knowledge of reactor core design, fuel management, and criticality safety
• Proficiency in nuclear safety analysis codes (RELAP, TRACE, PARCS, MCNP, or similar)
• Knowledge of nuclear materials, corrosion, and aging management
• Bachelor's degree in Nuclear Engineering (Master's or Ph.D. strongly preferred)
• Familiarity with quality assurance and quality control principles
• Experience with probabilistic risk assessment (PRA) and deterministic safety analysis
• Ph.D. in Nuclear Engineering or related field
• Strong analytical skills with ability to solve complex technical problems
• Demonstrate deep knowledge of nuclear technology, reactor operations, and large-scale engineering systems
• Proficiency in nuclear analysis software and computational tools
• Expert knowledge of NRC regulations (10 CFR Parts 50, 52, 100) and regulatory processes
• Expert knowledge of nuclear reactor physics, thermal-hydraulics, and safety analysis
• Understanding of ITAAC development, performance, and closure processes

Benefits

• Generous vacation policy, plus holidays
• Competitive compensation packages
• Medical, dental, vision plans
• 401k with company match

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance