Licensing Engineer, Energy

AtkinsRéalis

Licensing Engineer managing nuclear regulatory compliance and documentation for power plant systems. Applying engineering knowledge to develop licensing submissions under US requirements.

Posted 6/29/2026full-timeRemote • Tennessee • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $72,000 - $120,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Responsible for applying engineering and nuclear regulatory knowledge and experience in support of developing power plant systems and programs in accordance with US licensing requirements
Demonstrated understanding of 10 CFR, along with associated regulatory and industry guidance
Part of the ARUSN Licensing group and will work preparing licensing documentation, such as topical and technical reports, Safety Analysis Reports, and applications for certifications, permits, and licenses
Works closely with all engineering disciplines
Supports development of engineering and licensing requirements and documentation for nuclear systems and components in an interactive manner with other engineering functional areas
Prepares, reviews, maintains, and defends licensing documentation supporting a variety of nuclear designs
Prepares and defends position papers for areas where the existing regulatory framework does not apply, or where there is a need for new or revised regulatory requirements or guidance
Prepares and delivers licensing presentations to internal and external organizations
Supports project management for activities including development of licensing submissions
Applies knowledge and experience, industry best practices, regulatory guidance, codes and standards, and good engineering judgment to ensure the design is compliant with International regulatory criteria and industry best practices
Works to assigned schedules ensuring the accuracy, completeness and timeliness of work and initiates corrective measures to overcome delays
Receives instruction, guidance and direction from more senior licensing engineers and completes duties as assigned
Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree required in electrical engineering or related technical or engineering field
Minimum of 3 years of experience, preferably in nuclear licensing and regulatory affairs
Experience in nuclear industry preferred
Strong communication skills
Familiarity with industry standards and licensing guides
Excellent technical writing, interpersonal and effective communication skills
Experience in drafting and reviewing licensing applications and submittals
Experience working with designers and engineers to develop a safety analysis report (SAR)
Prior nuclear industry experience including interactions with NRC or other regulatory authorities
Must be a U.S. citizen in order to be considered.

Benefits

Comp & perks

medical, dental, vision, company-paid life and short- and long-term disability benefits
employer-matched 401(k) with 100% vesting
employee stock purchase plan
Paid Time Off
leaves of absences options
flexible work options
recognition and employee satisfaction programs
employee assistance program
voluntary benefits

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Hard Skills & Tools

Nuclear Regulatory KnowledgeLicensing Documentation PreparationEngineering JudgmentRegulatory Guidance ApplicationIndustry Standards Familiarity

Soft Skills

Strong Communication SkillsInterpersonal SkillsEffective Communication