Nuclear Development Licensing Engineer (Sr. - Principal)

Indiana Michigan Power (AEP)Columbus, OH$99k–$151k/yr

Credentials that matter

Skills and tools

  • NRC Regulations
  • 10 CFR

Required qualifications

  • outlined below apply to the Engineer Sr. level, with increased educational, skill or experience requirements for higher level Engineers.
  • What We’re Looking For: Education and Experience requirements are listed below: Has typically acquired four (4) or more years of related engineering experience along with a Bachelor's degree in engineering in a program accredited ABET*.
  • OR, Two (2) years of related engineering experience along with a Master's degree or Ph D in engineering from a program accredited by ABET*.Registration as a Professional Engineer (PE) in any U.S. state or Puerto Rico** is encouraged and preferred. *ABET - Engineering Accreditation Commission of the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology.
  • Acceptable alternatives are: Bachelor's degree in engineering (non-ABET) plus a Master's degree or Ph D in engineering from a university with an ABET accredited Bachelor's program. **Confirmation is required to ensure the PE obtained in Puerto Rico aligns with NCEES standards. **VP or above may waive the requirement for a degree from a university with a Non- ABET accredited program What You’ll Get: In addition to competitive compensation, AEP offers a unique comprehensive benefits package that aims to support and enhance the overall well-being of our employees.
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  • Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time.

About this role

Responsible to the assigned supervisor for performing advanced nuclear licensing and regulatory engineering activities in support of the development, preparation, review, and maintenance of license applications and regulatory submittals to the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) in accordance with 10 CFR Parts 50, 52, and 53 and other applicable regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

  • Responsible to the assigned supervisor for performing advanced nuclear licensing and regulatory engineering activities in support of the development, preparation, review, and maintenance of license applications and regulatory submittals to the U.S.
  • Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) in accordance with 10 CFR Parts 50, 52, and 53 and other applicable regulatory requirements.
  • Applies advanced engineering and regulatory knowledge to integrate licensing requirements with engineering, design, safety analysis, project development, and stakeholder activities for advanced nuclear projects.
  • What You’ll Do: Technical & Regulatory Expertise: Develops and applies advanced knowledge of NRC regulations, regulatory guidance, licensing processes, and nuclear industry standards applicable to advanced nuclear development.
  • Supports development, preparation, review, and maintenance of NRC license applications and regulatory submittals under 10 CFR Parts 50, 52, and 53, as applicable.
  • Interprets regulatory requirements and works with engineering and project teams to establish licensing requirements, strategies, and supporting technical information.
  • Licensing Leadership & Guidance: Provides licensing guidance to engineering, project, and business teams and serves as a technical resource on NRC licensing matters.
  • Leads or coordinates assigned licensing activities and supports development and execution of project licensing strategies, regulatory engagement plans, and licensing schedules.
  • Planning & Organization Ability: Plans and coordinates licensing activities required to support project milestones and NRC submittals.
  • Integrates licensing deliverables with engineering, design, safety analysis, environmental, siting, project controls, and other project activities.

Pay, eligibility, and equal opportunity

If you're passionate about making a meaningful impact and being part of a forward-thinking organization, this is the company for you! AMERICAN ELECTRIC POWER (on-site) #AEPCareers #LI-ONSITE Compensation Data Compensation Grade: SP20-008 Compensation Range: $98,993.00 - $151,132.00 The Physical Demand Level for this job is: S – Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally (Occasionally: activity or condition exists up to 1/3 of the time) and/or a negligible amount of force frequently. (Frequently: activity or condition exists from 1/3 to 2/3 of the time) to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body.

It is hereby reaffirmed that it is the policy of American Electric Power (AEP) to provide Equal Employment Opportunity in all respects of the employer-employee relationship including recruiting, hiring, upgrading and promotion, conditions and privileges of employment, company sponsored training programs, educational assistance, social and recreational programs, compensation, benefits, transfers, discipline, layoffs and termination of employment to all employees and applicants without discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, veteran or military status, disability, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law.

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