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At its core, the company is working to raise living standards globally through a more affordable, secure, and environmentally friendly form of nuclear energy along with innovations in medical isotopes to improve human health. In 2006, TerraPower originated with Bill Gates and a group of like-minded visionaries who evaluated the fundamental challenges to raising living standards around the world. They recognized energy access was crucial to the health and economic well-being of communities and decided that the private sector needed to take action and create energy sources that would advance global energy deployment. TerraPower’s mission is to be a world leader in new nuclear technologies, while developing innovators and future leaders in the nuclear field. As a result, the company’s activities in the fields of nuclear energy and related sciences are yielding significant innovations in the safety and economics of nuclear power, hybrid energy and medical applications - all for significant human health benefits.”\nTerraPower is seeking to hire highly motivated and forward-thinking professionals who are interested in focusing on advanced nuclear reactor research and development and influencing change within the nuclear power landscape and bringing forward the critical production of medical isotopes. TerraPower is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. \nPrincipal Nuclear Licensing Engineer\nTerrapower is seeking an experienced and strategic Principal Nuclear Licensing Engineer to join the Regulatory Affairs and Licensing team. Reporting to the Sr. VP of Regulatory Affairs, this leader will provide advanced licensing expertise, influence regulatory strategy, mentor licensing staff, and drive high-impact licensing activities for the Natrium advanced reactor project. The role includes leading development of licensing documents, directing regulatory interactions, and ensuring that licensing approaches are fully aligned with TerraPower’s long-term regulatory strategy.\nThis position requires deep proficiency in U.S. NRC regulations and guidance, extensive experience preparing and reviewing licensing applications, and a demonstrated ability to lead complex regulatory engagements. The Principal Nuclear Licensing Engineer will collaborate closely with engineering, project management, partners, and contractors to ensure successful, timely, and compliant licensing outcomes.\nResponsibilities\nLead development, authorship, and technical review of complex licensing documents, including major sections of an Operating License Application (e.g., Safety Analysis Report, Environmental Report).\nProvide strategic direction for regulatory engagement plans, technical justifications, and licensing pathways to support project goals.\nCoordinate multi-disciplinary teams to prepare high-quality responses to NRC audit questions and requests for additional information.\nMentor junior and mid-level licensing engineers; provide guidance on regulatory interpretation, drafting approaches, and NRC engagement.\nServe as a senior interface with the Licensing Team to scope, prioritize, and execute licensing activities.\nCollaborate with design and engineering teams to ensure regulatory compliance in design development, modifications, and configuration control.\nOversee preparation, review, and control of licensing documentation in accordance with regulatory requirements and stringent QA standards.\nLead technical and strategic interactions with partners, contractors, and internal engineering disciplines.\nReview and provide final approval recommendations on correspondence to and from regulatory agencies.\nContribute significantly to the development of TerraPower’s licensing strategy, ensuring alignment with project timelines, risk profiles, and regulatory guidance.\nKey Qualifications and Skills\nBachelor’s degree in engineering (preferably nuclear or civil engineering) from an accredited university, or equivalent experience. Advanced degree strongly preferred.\nDemonstrated ability to meet and uphold strict quality assurance standards.\n15-20+ years of applicable experience in nuclear licensing or a closely related field.\nExtensive experience analyzing and interpreting U.S. NRC 10 CFR regulations and associated guidance.\n15-20+ years of experience leading or significantly contributing to NRC construction permit and operating license applications.\nDeep understanding of nuclear reactor design, operation, and safety principles.\nProven leadership experience, including mentoring and guiding technical staff.\nAbility to manage complex deadlines and work independently at a senior level.\nProficiency with MS Office Suite and Adobe Professional.\nExceptional communication skills, including the ability to effectively represent TerraPower in regulatory interactions.\nHigh degree of integrity, trust, collaboration, and commitment to fostering strong team relationships.\nJob Functions:\nJob Functions are physical actions and/or working conditions associated with the position. These functions may also constitute essential functions for the job which the employee must be able to fulfill, with or without accommodation. Information provided below is to help describe the job so that the applicant has a reasonable understanding of the job duties/expectations. An applicant's ability to perform and/or tolerate these actions and conditions will be discussed and workplace accommodations may be made on a case-by-case basis following an individualized assessment of the applicant and other considerations, including but not limited to any governing safety standards.\nMotor Abilities: Sitting for extended periods, bending/stooping, grasping/gripping, fine motor control (hands)\nPhysical exertion and/or requirements: Minimal, with ability to safely lift up to 25 pounds.\nRepetitive work: Prolonged\nSpecial Senses: Visual and audio focused work\nWork Conditions: Stairs, typing/keyboard, standard and/or sitting working environment of >8 hours/day\nTravel required 0-10%\nTerraPower’s technology is controlled for export by various agencies of the U.S. Government. TerraPower must evaluate applicants who are foreign nationals (other than asylees, refugees, or lawful permanent residents) in accordance with U.S. Government export control requirements. To facilitate TerraPower’s export control reviews, you will be asked as part of the application process to identify whether you are a U.S. Citizen or national, asylee, refugee, or lawful permanent resident of the United States. Government export authorization approval times vary. Based on the business needs for a particular position, TerraPower may not consider a foreign national from a country if it is impracticable to obtain timely Government export approval.\nJob details\nSalary Range: $123,395 - $193,146\nAny salary offered within the posted range is based on market data and aligned with the selected candidate’s qualifications and experience. 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