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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