Sr. Deterministic Safety Analysis (DSA) Engineer

Holtec seeks a Senior Deterministic Safety Analysis Engineer to lead methods development and perform analyses demonstrating that the SMR-300 design satisfies safety and licensing requirements. The role encompasses core behavior, reactor coolant system performance, engineered safety features, containment response, and radiological release assessments, as well as the development, verification, and validation of safety analysis codes and tools.

Responsibilities

• Perform deterministic safety analyses for Anticipated Operational Occurrences (AOOs) and Design Basis Accidents (DBAs) to support the licensing and design of the SMR-300 reactor.
• Evaluate reactor core behavior, reactor coolant system performance, engineered safety features, containment response, and radiological consequences under normal and accident conditions.
• Develop, apply, and maintain analytical methods and models used in safety analysis.
• Conduct thermal-hydraulic, neutronic, and systems-level simulations to demonstrate compliance with regulatory safety criteria.
• Prepare technical reports and contribute to licensing documentation, including Safety Analysis Reports (SAR/FSAR) and regulatory submittals.
• Support interactions with regulatory bodies, including responses to requests for additional information (RAIs).
• Participate in the development, verification, and validation (V&V) of safety analysis computer codes and tools.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams to ensure design solutions meet safety and licensing requirements.
• Review and provide technical guidance on analyses performed by junior engineers.
• Ensure all work is performed in accordance with quality assurance standards and applicable industry regulations.

Requirements

• B.S degree in nuclear engineering, mechanical engineering, or closely related field from an accredited college or university.
• Familiarity with the thermal-hydraulic behavior of light water reactors (LWRs).
• Familiarity with industry computer codes such as RELAP5, RETRAN, COBRA, VIPRE, GOTHIC, and related tools.
• At least 10 years of experience developing and/or using codes and methods associated with LWR safety analysis calculations.
• Comprehensive knowledge of U.S. NRC regulations pertaining to LWR safety analyses, including code validation.
• Familiarity with NQA-1 software quality assurance programs.
• Experience with programming languages such as FORTRAN, C++, or Python.
• Excellent technical writing, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Eligible to work under 10 CFR Part 810.

Technologies

• RELAP5
• RETRAN
• COBRA
• VIPRE
• GOTHIC
• FORTRAN
• C++
• Python

Benefits

• Industry leading medical, dental, and vision coverage with a generous employer premium contribution and Day 1 eligibility.
• FLEX Program – Hybrid work opportunities available for eligible roles, where business needs and role requirements allow.
• 401(k) retirement plan with up to a 5% company match and immediate vesting.
• Paid time off and 11 paid holidays.
• Wellness program offering rewards for participation in company supported health initiatives.
• Commuter benefits supporting mass transit and commuter parking options.
• Company paid life and AD&D insurance.
• Education assistance to support continued education and professional growth.
• Employee support and voluntary benefits, including an Employee Assistance Program and optional coverage such as disability, legal, identity theft, and insurance programs.
• Benefits eligibility and offerings may vary based on role, location, and employment status.

Location

Camden, NJ, with hybrid work arrangement.

Compensation

Annual compensation ranges from USD 150,000 to 180,000, based on skills and experience, with additional compensation earned through an incentive structure.

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