Contractor - Radiological Engineer (Nuclear)

TL;DR

Contractor - Radiological Engineer (Nuclear): Performing radiological and nuclear analyses for pressurized light-water reactor licensing, including engineering calculations, technical writing, and licensing defense, with an accent on simulation tools, regulatory compliance, and complex problem solving. Focus on developing defensible PWR/BWR licensing analyses, resolving technically complex issues, presenting findings to customers, and mentoring junior engineers.

Location: Remote within the contiguous United States. This is a 40-hour-per-week contract assignment expected to continue through June 2027, with national and local travel required as needed.

Company

hirify.global develops nuclear power technology and engineering solutions centered on small modular reactors.

What you will do

• Perform independent engineering calculations and radiological analyses using industry-standard simulation tools, including NRCDose, SCALE 6, RADTRAD, MCNP, and ADVANTG.
• Develop innovative resolutions to complex nuclear engineering and licensing problems.
• Plan and execute complex engineering assignments for project teams, interpreting requirements and developing technical alternatives.
• Coordinate with management and senior customer personnel across organizational lines and serve as a principal customer contact.
• Present project and schedule information on behalf of NuScale.
• Mentor and train junior engineers while supporting a strong safety and quality culture.

Requirements

• B.S. degree in nuclear engineering or radiological health physics from a four-year ABET-accredited university.
• At least 8 years of directly applicable experience in nuclear/radiological engineering or health physics.
• 2–3 years of additional or concurrent experience in PWR or BWR license development and defense.
• Eligibility to work under Department of Energy 10 CFR Part 810 is required.
• Qualification to obtain U.S. export-controlled software through RSIC.
• Knowledge of quality assurance requirements under 10 CFR 50 Appendix B, 10 CFR 21, and ASME NQA-1.

Nice to have

• Advanced degree in nuclear engineering, radiological health physics, or a related field.

Culture & Benefits

• Remote work supported through web-based video, phone, email, and other communication tools.
• Strong emphasis on safety culture and quality assurance.
• Work includes collaboration across organizational lines and interaction with senior customers.
• Reasonable accommodations are available for qualified individuals with disabilities.