Licensing Engineer for Regulatory Affairs

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Job Description

Join X-energy’s growing regulatory affairs team to jumpstart new reactor projects and develop licensing approaches for first-of-a-kind deployment strategies. Licensing Engineers at X-energy lead new application preparation, drive licensing strategy, and coordinate the business, licensing, and technical activities necessary to further the deployment of X-energy reactors globally.

Licensing Engineers are engaged in environmental licensing, nuclear safety, nuclear security, emergency planning, safeguards, and regulatory compliance for X-energy's advanced high-temperature gas-cooled reactor technology. This position offers the opportunity to contribute to first-of-a-kind advanced reactor projects that define industry-best licensing practices.

Job Profile Tasks/Responsibilities

Licensing Engineers in Regulatory Affairs 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 safety, environmental, and licensing challenges
• Analyzing policy, legislation, and regulations
• Developing guidance, processes, and templates to improve and implement licensing strategies for environmental and safety issues
• Working as part of a team to deliver timely and high-quality licensing products
• Effectively communicate complex technical and regulatory positions
• Supporting planning and executing the X-energy business and licensing strategy
• Participating in nuclear industry working groups

Job Profile Minimum Qualifications

• All Levels:
  • Bachelor’s degree in engineering (e.g., mechanical, nuclear, chemical, or electrical engineering), science (e.g., environmental science, physics, or chemistry), or other related area.
  • Preparing technical written and oral communications
  • Understanding of nuclear reactor design and operation
  • Project management experience, including developing and maintaining schedules; meeting deadlines; formulating budgets; working collaboratively; and leading teams
• Level I: Typically, up to two years of relevant technical or licensing experience
• Level II: Typically, three years of relevant technical or licensing experience
• Level III: Typically, five years of relevant technical or licensing experience
• Level IV: Typically, ten years of relevant technical or licensing experience
• Level V: Typically, fifteen years of relevant technical or licensing experience
• Level VI: Typically, twenty years of relevant technical or licensing experience

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:

• Knowledge of high-temperature gas reactor technologies and/or first-of-a-kind nuclear technologies

• Knowledge of U.S. NRC and/or U.S. DOE regulatory requirements for reactor licensing

• Experience with U.S. NRC construction permit and operating license application preparation and/or reviews

• Understanding of Environmental science(s) for nuclear reactor siting

• Knowledge of small modular reactor technical and licensing considerations

• 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

Location: 9801 Washingtonian Blvd, Gaithersburg, MD
Work Site Expectations: 4 days in Office
Hours: Standard office hours are 8:00am - 5:00pm ET, Monday – Friday

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.

Offers within the posted salary range are commensurate with the individual’s qualifications for the position, along with a view on internal equity, market data, and room for growth. The salary range for this position is:

Level I: $81,314 - $135,524 / Level II: $88,725 - $147,875 / Level III: $103,575 - $172,625 / Level IV: $143,550 - $183,425 / Level V: $165,000 - $190,000 / Level VI: $190,000 - $215,000

Position Job Classification

Full time - Exempt

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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