Principal Licensing Engineer
Westinghouse ElectricCranberry Township +2 more…$103k–$129k/yr
Good fit if
- You can work a hybrid schedule.
- You can travel 10% of the time.
Credentials that matter
Skills and tools
- 10 CFR 50
- AP1000
- AP300
- NRC Regulations
- Nuclear Safety
- Topical Reports
Required qualifications
- Minimum 8+ years of nuclear industry experience (typically 10+)
- Bachelor of Science in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, or Nuclear preferred)
- Demonstrated expertise in nuclear licensing: 10 CFR 50.59 evaluations, License Amendments, and Topical Reports
- Familiarity with NRC regulations and nuclear industry guidance
- Subject matter expertise in one or more technical or licensing discipline
- Familiarity with AP1000 design, operation, and work processes preferred
About this role
Principal Licensing Engineer supporting Westinghouse's Advanced Plant reactor projects (AP1000/AP300). Develop licensing strategies, manage regulatory submittals to the NRC and international regulators, and serve as primary liaison between Westinghouse, customers, and regulatory bodies.
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement licensing strategies for new nuclear plant technologies (AP1000/AP300 designs)
- Prepare regulatory submittals including Safety Analysis Reports, license amendment requests, and Topical Reports
- Serve as primary liaison between Westinghouse, customers/licensees, U.S. NRC, and international regulatory bodies
- Support proposal development through technical input, scope definition, and schedule coordination
- Evaluate engineering design changes for regulatory compliance and 10 CFR 50.59 assessments
- Mentor junior engineers on licensing deliverables and project execution
- Deliver licensing presentations to internal and external stakeholders
Location, schedule, and travel
Hybrid (2 days/week in office): Cranberry Woods PA, Glen Rose TX, or Rock Hill SC. Remote arrangements considered. <10% travel for customer, industry, or regulator engagement.
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