Nuclear Safety Lead

About the role

The Nuclear Engineering & Safety lead is responsible for leading Blykalla’s nuclear engineering and safety activities in the US, in coordination with the Swedish organization, developing technical licensing documentation for the DOE or NRC and providing on‑site leadership for operational nuclear safety and radiation protection at developed sites. The role helps position Blykalla as a world leader in lead‑cooled SMR technology through active deployment of reactors in the US. Based in Austin, Texas, you will join Sweden’s only SMR developer at a pivotal stage, helping to shape US activities from the ground up, contribute to regulatory dialogue, and ensure the technology sets new industry standards.

Responsibilities

• Team Development & Leadership – Build and lead a high‑performing US team within nuclear engineering, safety, radiation protection, and nuclear waste planning by defining local roles and responsibilities, providing organizational clarity, mentoring and empowering team members for professional growth and high‑quality delivery.
• Licensing & Regulatory Interface – Implement and coordinate technical work related to nuclear safety licensing in the US, cooperating with the Swedish organization; coordinate and facilitate nuclear safety & radiation protection audits at developed US sites.
• Nuclear Safety Basis – Lead and develop the local US nuclear engineering & safety team to ensure progress, coherence and quality in the global nuclear safety case and the specific US design basis; participate in nuclear design reviews and approvals, ensuring US regulatory compliance and integration with overall plant design.
• Partnerships & Networks – Represent Blykalla in interactions with local regulators, potential clients and investors.

Requirements

• At least 5 years of experience managing teams within nuclear engineering, safety, or licensing.
• Knowledge of nuclear safety analysis methodologies (deterministic and probabilistic), reactor physics, or nuclear systems.
• Fluency in English; knowledge of Swedish or other Scandinavian languages is a plus.

Skills

• Strong leadership skills – ability to inspire, coach, and grow high‑performing teams.
• Proven track record of regulatory interaction and delivery of associated nuclear safety cases.
• Collaborative and strategic mindset, enabling efficient navigation of the interface between technology development and regulatory compliance.