Talascend is currently seeking a Nuclear Licensing Engineer for a remote contract opportunity.

OVERVIEW: 

Our client is seeking to contract with a highly capable and motivated Nuclear Licensing Engineer to be a part of the MCFR Licensing Team. This position reports to a Licensing Manager and provides licensing support to the MCFR advanced reactor project, develops licensing documents, and supports regulatory engagements. Work will be in close consultation with Engineering staff and will ensure Licensing documents are created in accordance with the licensing strategy and guidance. Supports preparation and interaction with the US Nuclear Regulatory Commission including pre-application discussions, preparing/reviewing Application (Construction Permit/Operating License) content, and preparing/reviewing topical reports.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES: 
Drafts, authors, and reviews licensing documents including sections of a Construction Permit Application, Preliminary Safety Analysis Report, Operating License Application, Final Safety Analysis Report, and Environmental Report.
Interface with the Licensing Team to complete licensing tasks.
Coordinating with design personnel to ensure designs and design changes meet regulatory requirements.
Preparing, reviewing, and maintaining licensing documentation in compliance with regulations and quality assurance standards.
Interfacing with technical discipline teams.
Preparing and reviewing technical material.
Reviewing correspondence to and from the US Nuclear Regulatory Commission.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS: 
Bachelor’s degree in related field from an accredited, four-year university or equivalent experience.
Capability and willingness to adhere to strict quality assurance standards.
Self-Starter with ability to manage deadlines.
Proficient in MS Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Excel) and Adobe.
5 or more years demonstrated, applicable experience in nuclear licensing, quality assurance, project management, or equivalent experience in a comparable field.
Familiarity with US NRC 10 CFR regulations and guidance.
Familiarity with application of a risk-informed performance based framework for licensing advanced reactors.
Strong communication skills with an emphasis on writing and interpersonal skills.
The successful candidate will possess a high degree of trust and integrity, communicate openly and display respect, and a desire to foster teamwork.
Actual position starting level and title will be determined based on assessment of qualifications.

JOB FUNCTIONS: 

Job Functions are physical actions and/or working conditions associated with the position.  These functions may also constitute essential functions for the job which the employee must be able to fulfill, with or without accommodation.  Information provided below is to help describe the job so that the applicant has a reasonable understanding of the job duties/expectations.  An applicant's ability to perform and/or tolerate these actions and conditions will be discussed and workplace accommodations may be made on a case-by-case basis following an individualized assessment of the applicant and other considerations, including but not limited to any governing safety standards.
Motor Abilities: Sitting and/or standing for extended periods, bending/stooping, grasping/gripping, fine motor control (hands)
Physical exertion and/or requirements: Minimal, with ability to safely lift up to 25 pounds
Repetitive work: Prolonged
Special Senses: Visual and audio focused work
Work Conditions: Stairs, typing/keyboard, standard and/or sitting working environment of >8 hrs./day 
Travel required: 0-5%