Description

SHINE Technologies is seeking a Licensing Engineer who will assist the company in the support of the review of licensing actions by regulatory agencies (i.e., the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission and the State of Wisconsin, Department of Health Services); the preparation for, and coordination of, inspections by the regulatory agencies; support the licensing of commercial and research and development activities; the preparation and submittal of permit applications to other applicable regulatory agencies; and to ensure ongoing compliance with all licenses and permits.

The Licensing Engineer will work as part of an innovative, collaborative, cross-discipline team to license SHINE’s commercial and research and development activities, including the SHINE medical isotope production facility.

The base salary range for this position is $110,000 - $140,000 per year plus a comprehensive compensation package. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location.

Hybrid will be considered for this position with the flexibility to work from home while maintaining a strong presence in our Janesville office.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Specific duties and responsibilities of the Licensing Engineer include, but are not limited to:

Maintain the licensing basis of SHINE’s licensed activities, including Safety Analysis Reports and the programs and plans described therein.
Coordinating with technical personnel to ensure design changes meet the applicable licensing basis or are adequately incorporated into the licensing basis.
Coordinating NRC construction inspections, including pre-inspection assessments and responses to inspector requests.
Oversight of vendor deliverables to ensure regulatory, quality, and schedule objectives are met.
Preparation and review of licensing correspondence to regulatory agencies (e.g., regulatory engagement plans, application supplements, amendment requests, responses to requests for additional information, exemption requests).
Supporting interactions with regulatory agencies, including public meetings, regulatory audits, and clarification discussions.
Ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal regulations for construction and operation of licensed facilities.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, scientific discipline, or related field, or equivalent experience such as a Senior Reactor Operator License or the Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program.
Demonstrated, applicable experience in nuclear licensing or comparable field.
Familiarity with Title 10 of the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) and other applicable regulations.
Familiarity with regulatory guidance applicable to non-power production and utilization facilities and radioactive material licenses.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe Acrobat Pro.
Ability to communicate effectively with all levels within the organization, as well as interface with regulators, contractors, and suppliers.

Working Conditions and Physical Effort:

Requires frequent leaning, bending, stooping, crouching, grasping, and reaching above the shoulders and below the knees.
Moderate physical activity. Requires handling of average-weight objects up to 40 pounds or standing and/or walking for more than four (4) hours per day.
Fine motor coordination and strong depth perception is beneficial.
Work involves moderate exposure to unusual elements, such as extreme temperatures, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, unpleasant odors, and/or loud noises.
Work environment involves some exposure to hazards or physical risks, which require following basic safety precautions.

Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily. If requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job, absent undue hardship.

Eligibility for employment is conditioned on the applicant’s ability to qualify for access to information subject to U.S. Export Controls. Additionally, applicant’s eligibility may be conditioned based upon meeting the Nuclear Regulatory Commission requirements for access to Safeguards Information, which typically requires a pre-employment drug screen, fingerprinting and criminal background check.

SHINE values diversity in all its forms as a critical component of innovation, which is fundamental to our success. Every member of the SHINE community benefits from the talents and experiences of our peers, from the mutual respect we exercise, and from the responsibility we take for our actions.

SHINE Technologies is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.