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Job Description
Job Profile Tasks/Responsibilities
Licensing Engineers are responsible for activities including, but not limited to, the following:
• Supporting licensing activities associated with reactor certifications, permits, and licenses, including the preparation of regulatory engagement plans, applications, white papers, technical reports, and topical reports • Ensuring compliance with NRC regulations and guidance • Participating in and presenting at public meetings, regulatory audits, and business proposals • Researching and developing strategic proposals to address novel technical and licensing challenges • Developing internal guidance, processes, and templates to improve and implement licensing strategies • Working as part of a team to deliver timely and high-quality licensing products that effectively communicate complex technical and regulatory positions • Supporting planning and executing the X-energy business and licensing strategy • Participating in nuclear industry working groups
Levels IV - VI:
• Leading the execution of core tasks and responsibilities without close supervision • Teaching and mentoring more junior team members • Identifying and implementing, as appropriate, industry and academic trends, breakthroughs, and best practices
Job Profile Minimum Qualifications
• All Levels: Bachelors degree in engineering (e.g., mechanical, nuclear, chemical, or electrical engineering), science (e.g., environmental science, physics, or chemistry), or other related area. • Level IV: Typically, ten years of relevant technical or licensing experience • Direct experience with NRC or DOE reactor projects and regulatory processes • Understanding of nuclear reactor design and operation • Project management experience, including developing and maintaining schedules; meeting deadlines; formulating budgets; and leading teams • Level V: Typically, fifteen years of relevant technical or licensing experience • Direct experience with NRC or DOE reactor projects and regulatory processes • Understanding of nuclear reactor design and operation • Project management experience, including developing and maintaining schedules; meeting deadlines; formulating budgets; and leading teams • Level VI: Typically, twenty years of relevant technical or licensing experience • Direct experience with NRC or DOE reactor projects and regulatory processes • Understanding of nuclear reactor design and operation • Project management experience, including developing and maintaining schedules; meeting deadlines; formulating budgets; and leading teams
Preferred Skills
Candidates for this role would ideally have knowledge or experience in one or more of the following areas, commensurate with their educational and professional background:
• Experience with U.S. NRC construction permit and operating license application preparation and/or reviews • Knowledge of high-temperature gas reactor technologies and/or first-of-a-kind nuclear technologies • Knowledge of small modular reactor technical and licensing considerations • Knowledge of U.S. NRC and/or U.S. DOE regulatory requirements for reactor licensing • Knowledge of international nuclear reactor licensing frameworks • Experience with front-end loading project planning • Ability to analyze and interpret regulatory requirements, legislation, and policy documents
Compensation
As required by Maryland and other applicable state law, X Energy, LLC (X-energy) lists the expected compensation range for a publicly advertised job opportunity based upon the job requirements (e.g. education/training, experience, skill sets, etc.). Individual candidates who meet the job requirements for the posted position will be offered a salary within this range based on their respective levels of education/training, experience, and other qualifications unique to them. Salary ranges may vary based on the specific office location and region referenced in the posting to take into consideration differences in cost of living and may not be reflective of all regions. Please note that compensation ranges listed for US job postings reflect base salary only and do not include benefits or other incentives.
A reasonable estimate for this position at the level of experience required is:
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Benefits
X Energy, LLC offers a robust benefits package that includes a 401K plan with an employer match, Medical/Dental /Vision Insurance, Life and Disability Insurance, Paid Time Off, and a Tuition Reimbursement/Professional Development policy that supports the continuing education of our employees.
An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
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