Licensing Engineer

X-energy LLC conducts a thorough recruiting process and will never issue offers without interview to discuss qualifications and responsibilities. All applications will be submitted via our company career page, . We will never ask you to provide payment information as part of the recruiting process. If anyone claiming to represent X-energy directs you in a manner otherwise, please contact us at .Job DescriptionX-energy is seeking professionals to join our Licensing team in the role of Nuclear Licensing Engineer IV. This position is responsible for supporting the X-energy licensing efforts with the U.S. NRC. This person will lead portions of licensing application development and interface between the X-energy team (licensing, design, and analysis engineers) and the U.S. NRC.Responsibilities:Support or lead regulatory activities (certifications, permits, approvals, and licenses associated with the Xe-100) and ensure milestones are met as agreed with the U.S. NRC.Provide regulatory guidance and support to engineers in developing technical requirements for the Xe-100 that will ensure compliance with NRC regulatory frameworks.Interface with the regulators’ project managers in executing the regulatory engagement plan, negotiating review schedules, leading regulatory audits, and RAI’s (Requests for additional Information).Write regulatory responses and submit them in accordance with the regulatory guidelines.Support and lead planning and executing the X-energy regulatory strategy.Plan, develop and submit regulatory white papers, technical and licensing topical reports.Support development of regulatory budgets and planning.Actively support the safety culture and ensure integration of quality in licensing processes by complying with the requirements of the Quality Assurance Program.Perform other duties as assigned by manager.Qualifications: BS in Engineering or Science (i.e., Mechanical, Nuclear, Electrical, Physics).  Materials Science or Materials Engineering preferred.Typically ten years relevant licensing experience. Preference for experience with testing and qualifications of components. Graphite experience desired. Experience leading direct NRC or CNSC interactions (written and/or verbal).Experience with advanced nuclear reactor technologies preferred (HTGR-specific experience desired).Possess a detailed understanding of the nuclear regulatory processes in the US and/or Canada.Demonstrated project management skills to develop schedules and coordinate team activities to produce technical content for regulatory purposes.Excellent written and verbal communication skills.Can communicate and author technical content for regulatory purposes.Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks/assignments and priorities effectively.Proficient in MS Office Suite applications and other relevant software.Demonstrated ability to communicate the resolution of technical challenges.U.S. work authorization.Location:  530 Gaither Road, Rockville MDTravel Expectations: 10%  Hours: 8:00am ET to 5:00pm ET, Monday - Friday   CompensationAs 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:Engineer IV, Licensing $143,000 -$183,000Position Job ClassificationFull time - ExemptBenefitsX 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.X Energy, LLC participates in E-Verify. 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