Licensing Engineer

Responsibilities

• Technical Documentation & Analysis
• Author and review technical documents including design criteria, functional requirements, purchase specifications, operating procedures, materials evaluation reports, code reconciliations, and similar technical work scopes
• Develop and support Safety Analysis Reports (SARs) and associated technical sections
• Ensure technical accuracy, clarity, and regulatory alignment of all documentation
• Licensing & Regulatory Support
• Support licensing activities related to NRC regulations, including 10 CFR Part 71 (Packaging and Transportation of Radioactive Material) and 10 CFR Part 70 (Domestic Licensing of Special Nuclear Material) as applicable
• Review engineering, design, and fabrication drawings for licensing compliance
• Auxiliary in preparation of regulatory submittals and responses to regulatory inquiries
• As required, assist in hazard identification, accident sequence evaluation, and identification of Items Relied on for Safety (IROFS)
• Perform regulatory gap analysis and regulatory comparison evaluations
• Auxiliary in development of licensing strategies and documentation packages
• Engineering Integration
• Work closely with engineering teams to understand system designs, materials, and processes
• Ensure licensing requirements are incorporated into design, fabrication, and testing activities
• Auxiliary in evaluation of design changes for licensing impact
• Project & Cross-Functional Support
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including engineering, quality, operations, and project management
• Auxiliary in project execution by contributing to work scopes, schedules, and technical deliverables
• Auxiliary in tracking and coordinating licensing deliverables across projects
• Professional Development
• Develop subject matter expertise in nuclear licensing, regulatory frameworks, and safety analysis
• Build familiarity with applicable codes and standards, including ASME Boiler & Pressure Vessel Code
• Auxiliary in continuous improvement of licensing processes and documentation quality

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Nuclear Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, or a related technical field
• 3–5 years of experience in a technical engineering role within a regulated or industrial environment
• Strong technical writing skills with experience developing engineering documentation
• Familiarity with NRC regulations (Part 71 preferred; Part 70 a plus)
• Equivalent licensing experience under Department of Energy (DOE) regulations will also be considered (i.e. DOE-STD-3009, Preparation of Nonreactor Nuclear Facility Documented Safety Analysis)
• Experience with fabrication, materials testing, or mechanical systems is a plus
• Experience with Integrated Safety Analyses (ISA) development activities and document development in accordance with Part 70
• Experience with various types of radioactive material packaging is a plus
• Experience or familiarity with full scale or scale model testing is a plus
• Familiarity with pressure vessel design and fabrication is a plus
• Working knowledge of ASME Boiler & Pressure Vessel Code is preferred
• Familiarity with source terms and containment analysis is a plus
• Experience with defining allowable leakage and establishing leak rate criteria is a plus
• Familiarity with leakage testing methods and procedures is a plus
• Familiarity with international regulations addressing safe transport of radioactive materials, IAEA SSR-6, ADR, RID, ICAO, IATA and/or IMDG, is a plus
• Ability to work effectively across multidisciplinary teams
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

BENEFITS

• Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account
• Disability and Life Insurance
• 401(k) Plan
• Paid Time Off and Holidays

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• This role is based in Oak Ridge, TN and involves regular work in manufacturing, laboratory, office, and industrial environments.
• The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.
• The position requires development of detailed technical documentation, coordination across multiple disciplines, and support of licensing activities in a regulated environment. Occasional interaction with laboratory or manufacturing environments may be required to support technical understanding. Reasonable accommodation will be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.