Principal Nuclear Licensing Engineer

🕒 August 19

☕ Washington – Remote

☕ Washington – Remote

💵 $148.7k - $193.1k / year

⏰ Full Time

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TerraPower

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501 - 1000 employees

⚡ Energy

💊 Pharmaceuticals

Energy • Pharmaceuticals

TerraPower is a U. S. -based nuclear innovation company developing advanced reactor technology and related products. Its flagship Natrium system pairs a sodium-cooled fast reactor with a molten-salt energy storage system to provide grid-balancing, low-pressure, passively cooled nuclear power with faster construction, lower waste, and industrial steam output; the company's first Natrium plant is under construction in Wyoming. TerraPower also develops medical isotopes to support precision medicine and cancer treatment, reflecting work beyond power generation in nuclear science and isotope production.

📋 Description

• Lead development, authorship, and technical review of complex licensing documents, including major sections of an Operating License Application, Safety Analysis Report, and Environmental Report. • Provide strategic direction for regulatory engagement plans, technical justifications, and licensing pathways. • Coordinate multidisciplinary teams preparing responses to NRC audit questions and requests for additional information. • Mentor junior and mid-level licensing engineers on regulatory interpretation, drafting, and NRC engagement. • Serve as a senior interface with the Licensing Team to scope, prioritize, and execute licensing activities. • Collaborate with design and engineering teams to ensure regulatory compliance in design development, modifications, and configuration control. • Oversee preparation, review, and control of licensing documentation under regulatory requirements and stringent QA standards. • Lead technical and strategic interactions with partners, contractors, and internal engineering disciplines. • Review and provide final approval recommendations on correspondence to and from regulatory agencies. • Contribute to TerraPower’s licensing strategy, aligning it with project timelines, risk profiles, and regulatory guidance.

🎯 Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering (preferably nuclear or civil engineering) from an accredited university, or equivalent experience. Advanced degree strongly preferred. • Demonstrated ability to meet and uphold strict quality assurance standards. • 15–20+ years of applicable experience in nuclear licensing or a closely related field. • Extensive experience analyzing and interpreting U.S. NRC 10 CFR regulations and associated guidance. • 15–20+ years of experience leading or significantly contributing to NRC construction permit and operating license applications. • Deep understanding of nuclear reactor design, operation, and safety principles. • Proven leadership experience, including mentoring and guiding technical staff. • Ability to manage complex deadlines and work independently at a senior level. • Proficiency with MS Office Suite and Adobe Professional. • Exceptional communication skills, including the ability to effectively represent TerraPower in regulatory interactions. • High degree of integrity, trust, collaboration, and commitment to fostering strong team relationships. • Ability to safely lift up to 25 pounds. • Travel required 0-10%. • Applicants must identify whether they are a U.S. Citizen or national, asylee, refugee, or lawful permanent resident of the United States for export control reviews; foreign nationals may require U.S. Government export authorization.

🏖️ Benefits

• Competitive Compensation • Salary, eligible to participate in discretionary short-term incentive payments • Comprehensive Medical and Wellness Benefits • Medical • Vision • Dental • Life and Disability • Gender Affirmation 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