Senior Licensing Engineer

At BWX Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: BWXT), we are People Strong, Innovation Driven. A U.S.-based company, BWXT is a Fortune 1000 and Defense News Top 100 manufacturing and engineering innovator that provides safe and effective nuclear solutions for global security, clean energy, environmental restoration, nuclear medicine and space exploration. With more than 7,800 employees, BWXT has 14 major operating sites in the U.S., Canada and the U.K. We are the sole manufacturer of naval nuclear reactors for U.S. submarines and aircraft carriers. Our company supplies precision manufactured components, services and fuel for the commercial nuclear power industry across four continents. Our joint ventures provide environmental restoration and operations management at a dozen U.S. Department of Energy and NASA facilities. BWXT’s technology is driving advances in medical radioisotope production in North America and microreactors for various defense and space applications. For more information, visit www.bwxt.com. Follow us on LinkedIn, X, Facebook and Instagram.

BWXT is currently seeking a Senior Licensing Engineer for its Lynchburg, VA Advanced Technologies location!

BWXT is People Strong, Innovation Driven - be part of BWXT’s innovation hub. BWXT’s Advanced Technologies (AT) researches, designs, and develops innovative new nuclear reactors, nuclear rocket propulsion systems, and radioisotope production systems for both internal and external customers.

The team is seeking an experienced professional to join the Regulatory & Licensing function as a Senior Licensing Engineer. The role will act as both a senior-level subject matter expert in advanced reactor licensing subjects as well as lead the development of plans and content to support regulatory engagements on BWXT AT’s commercial reactor technology programs. This role will work closely with engineering disciplines, commercialization, business development, and project personnel to execute licensing plans for BWXT AT and our customers, ensuring regulatory requirements are identified and incorporated into our technology and projects to meet program regulatory strategies.

This position will be located at the Advanced Technologies office in Lynchburg, Virginia. Relocation benefits are available for this position.

If you are looking for a career where your experience is valued, innovative thinking is fostered, and barrier-free teamwork is embraced every day, then this opportunity is for you.

Job Description / Duties:

• Develop and implement project licensing plans for advanced reactor technology development and project delivery, primarily focused on the U.S. commercial regulatory framework. Activities may involve nuclear safety, nuclear security, emergency planning, reactor design and analysis, code development and qualification, financial and environmental law, and safeguards.
• Develop licensing and regulatory deliverables such as technical/topical reports, license application content, programs, and other products for regulatory engagement and review.
• Develop regulatory strategies and approaches to resolve key technical and programmatic matters related to BWXT AT reactor technology development and lead their resolution.
• Lead the development and defense of the licensing basis for one or more reactor technologies and associated customer projects.
• Coordinate with and support development of technical design bases information across engineering disciplines, including establishment of regulatory requirements into the reactor technology.
• Coordinate with and support development of testing programs to meet regulatory requirements.
• Lead regulatory engagements on technical and programmatic issues in accordance with program plans.
• Support development of budgets and schedules with Project Management teams to achieve regulatory outcomes.
• Support communication with internal and external stakeholders on execution of licensing activities and program plans.
• Perform additional duties as required.

Job Qualifications / Requirements:

• A bachelor’s degree in Nuclear, Mechanical, Civil, Environmental Engineering, or a related field required.
• Must have a minimum of seven (7) years of experience in nuclear licensing and regulatory matters in a U.S. regulatory framework (NRC or DOE).
• Experience in nuclear system design, evaluation, and technology development is required.
• Must be able to provide clear, concise, accurate, and timely written and verbal communication.
• Must be a proven team player with the ability to develop effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Must have exceptional interpersonal skills to coordinate multiple licensing activities simultaneously across internal and external stakeholders.
• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) and/or Department of Defense (DOD) security clearance, whichever is required.

Additional Desired Skillsets:

• A master’s degree in Nuclear, Mechanical, Civil, Environmental Engineering, or a related field is preferred.
• Subject matter expertise from previous experience in one or more disciplines (e.g., safety analysis, ASME code implementation, radiation safety, etc.).
• Experience in advanced reactor and new nuclear project licensing subject areas.

Benefits:

• 12 paid holidays which include a winter holiday shutdown.

• Tuition Assistance.
• This position will work a 9/80 schedule.
• Free access to our 24/7 gym onsite in Lynchburg, Virginia.
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Program (EAP) available to you, your spouse, parents, and parents-in-law, even if they are not covered under your BWXT plan.
• BWXT employees have access to exclusive perks and discounts on everything from cars and electronics to banking services and a host of popular brands / products through Perks@Work.
• Medical, dental, vision, short term disability, service-based retirement contributions with additional 401k match and more!

Pay: $98,000 - $154,000

The base salary range for this position in Virginia (US-VA) at the start of employment is expected to be between $98,000 and $154,000 per year. However, the base salary offered is based on local job market factors, and may vary further depending on factors specific to the selected job candidate, such as job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and other objective business considerations. Subject to these considerations, the total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, such as an annual cash incentive in addition to a full range of medical, retirement, and/or other benefits. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided at such time the selected job candidate receives an offer of employment. If hired, the selected job candidate will be employed 'at-will,’ unless employed at a location and in a position subject to a collective bargaining agreement.  The company further reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment, compensation or benefit program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, company or individual department/team performance, and other market factors.

As a federal government contractor, BWX Technologies, Inc. and any subsidiaries, affiliates and related entities (“BWXT” or the “Company”) complies with all federal, state, and local laws and customer requirements regarding health and safety protocols.  As such, all BWXT new hires will be required to adhere to applicable Company health and safety requirements within the workplace as a condition of employment.

Applicants selected will be subject to a Federal background investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information or matter. Position requires U.S. citizenship with (no dual citizenship) ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Energy (DOE) security clearance which involves an extensive criminal and financial background investigation, drug test and previous employment reference verifications.

BWXT supports diversity and is committed to the concept of Equal Employment Opportunity. We have established procedures to ensure that all personnel actions such as recruitment, compensation, career development, benefits, company-sponsored training and social recreational programs are administered without regard to race, color religion, gender, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or veteran status.

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