Licensing EngineerAbilene Christian University • Abilene
Licensing Engineer
Abilene Christian University • Abilene
30+ days ago
Job type
- Full-time
Job descriptionEnsure NEXT Lab’s nuclear research and training facility operates in compliance with NRC regulations and DOE requirements. Monitor changes in federal, state, and local regulations to ensure ongoing compliance. Provide oversight to ensure laboratory activities align with regulatory expectations. Prepare, review, and submit licensing documents, including license amendment requests, renewals, and technical reports. Tailor licensing submissions to NEXT Lab’s advanced reactor researchbobjectives. Track progress and outcomes of licensing submittals with NRC and DOE. Compose and guide responses to audit questions and requests for additional information from the NRC or DOE. Support other required licenses needed by ACU including but not limited to radioactive materials licenses. Coordinate development and compose portions of the MSRR Final Safety Analysis Report (FSAR). Ensure FSAR reflects current research and operational activities. Verify compliance with NRC and DOE safety standards. Develop and update operational procedures for NEXT Lab. Create and maintain training materials for staff and operators. Prepare and update emergency plans in alignment with NRC, DOE, and industry best practices. Coordinate NRC and DOE inspections, audits, and assessments. Provide support and documentation during regulatory reviews. Address findings and implement corrective actions as needed. Assist in training and qualification of NEXT Lab personnel. Support researchers and reactor operators in achieving and maintaining required certifications. Ensure training meets NRC and DOE licensing and operational requirements. Serve as liaison between NEXT Lab, ACU administration, NRC, and DOE. Provide clear and accurate communication on licensing matters. Represent NEXT Lab in discussions with regulatory agencies. Conduct risk assessments for experimental and operational activities. Evaluate impacts of proposed changes on licensing and safety requirements. Recommend mitigations to maintain compliance and safety. Maintain accurate, up-to-date records of licensing activities. Archive correspondence with NRC and DOE. Ensure compliance documentation reflects NEXT Lab’s research initiatives. Proficient with general computer skills including e-mail, video conferencing, Acrobat, and Microsoft Office products (i.e., Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and SharePoint). Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in nuclear engineering or a related field, with at least 2 years in a licensing or regulatory compliance role directly involving NRC and DOE regulatory processes. Experience with research reactors or advanced nuclear technologies is highly desirable. Excellent written and verbal communication skills for preparing technical documents and interacting with NRC, DOE, and academic stakeholders. Bachelor’s degree in Nuclear Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field. Advanced degree preferred. Strong knowledge of NRC regulations (e.g., 10 CFR Part 50, Part 55), DOE requirements, nuclear safety principles, and licensing processes. Familiarity with research reactor operations, safety analysis, and advanced reactor designs is a plus. Ability to be approved for access to ACU SGI-M designated material. Ability to analyze complex technical issues, propose solutions, and implement corrective actions in a research-focused environment. Detail-oriented, highly organized, and able to work collaboratively within NEXT Lab’s interdisciplinary team of researchers, faculty, and students. Christ-like Character Driven to Deliver Better Together Able to lift 50 pounds on a regular basis. Able to stand 1 hour or more.
About ACU
ACU is affiliated with the fellowship of the Church of Christ. All applicants must be professing Christians and willing to support the Christian mission and purpose of Abilene Christian University while employed by the university.
Title of Position
Licensing Engineer Posting Location
Abilene, Texas Department
NEXT Employee Class
Exempt Full-time Basic Responsibilities
- Regulatory Compliance
- Licensing Support
- Safety Analysis
- Procedure Development
- Audits and Inspections
- Training Support
- Stakeholder Communication
- Risk Assessment
- Documentation
Essential Duties
Other duties may be assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions.
Regulatory Compliance
Licensing Support
Safety Analysis
Procedure Development
Audits and Inspections
Training Support
Stakeholder Communication
Risk Assessment
Documentation
Professional Development Requirements
Skills
Qualifications
Professional
Personal
NEXT Lab Core Values
The key principle of this job is to support ACU’s mission to educate students for Christian service and leadership throughout the world. Along with this, and the NEXT mission, our core values are the fundamental beliefs and guiding principles that shape our culture, behavior, and decisions.
We lead with humility, integrity, and wisdom. We strive to be honest mentors who reflect Christ in our actions and relationships.
We take initiative, work hard, and stay curious. We’re proactive, creative problem-solvers who are always learning and pushing forward to get things done.
We believe in the power of collaboration. We communicate openly, support one another, and bring a spirit of respect, fun, and teamwork to everything we do.
An ideal candidate will demonstrate a strong desire to integrate into a team that shares our core values and possess the skills listed below. Candidates who align well with our values but may not yet have all of the desired skills may still be considered.
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