Engineer, Principal Regulatory - License Renewal & Power Uprate

Company: Constellation Energy
Location: Warrenville
Posted on: March 31, 2025

Job Description:

WHO WE AREAs the nation's largest producer of clean, carbon-free energy, Constellation is focused on our purpose: accelerating the transition to a carbon-free future. We have been the leader in clean energy production for more than a decade, and we are cultivating a workplace where our employees can grow, thrive, and contribute. Our culture and employee experience make it clear: We are powered by passion and purpose. Together, we're creating healthier communities and a cleaner planet, and our people are the driving force behind our success. At Constellation, you can build a fulfilling career with opportunities to learn, grow and make an impact. By doing our best work and meeting new challenges, we can accomplish great things and help fight climate change. Join us to lead the clean energy future. -TOTAL REWARDSConstellation offers a wide range of benefits and rewards to help our employees thrive professionally and personally. We provide competitive compensation and benefits that support both employees and their families, helping them prepare for the future. In addition to highly competitive salaries, we offer a bonus program, 401(k) with company match, employee stock purchase program comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits, including a robust wellness program paid time off for vacation, holidays, and sick days and much more. -Expected salary range of $148,500 to $165,000, varies based on experience, along with comprehensive benefits package that includes bonus and 401(k). PRIMARY PURPOSE OF POSITION Performs advanced regulatory/technical problem solving and provides analysis/insights in support of plant and fleet regulatory activities. Possesses superior knowledge in functional discipline and its practical application and has excellent knowledge of applicable industry codes and regulations. Understands interrelations and functions of various organizations (e.g., NRC, INPO, NEI,NERC etc.) related to nuclear power. Functions as a leader with recognized level of expertise in the regulatory area and is a subject matter expert. As a subject matter expert, leads industry trade groups and works with regulatory agencies to influence programs, projects and regulatory decisions. Develops relationships with key stakeholders and is recognized by peers and supervisors as an expert in his/her respective regulatory area. Trains, mentors and coaches' station and corporate regulatory personnel, and develops and provides training as appropriate.
PRIMARY DUTIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Perform advanced regulatory and technical tasks and provide insights in support of plant and fleet regulatory activities. Provide initial or complete task management of regulatory issues. Assure all regulatory products prepared or overseen are in accordance with applicable procedures, licensing basis, industry codes, standards, and all regulatory requirements.
• Provide regulatory/technical expertise and leadership through direct involvement to resolve regulatory issues in assigned programs and other regulatory areas, as necessary.
• Perform independent and in-depth research, reviews, studies and analyses to develop, manage and implement regulatory activities , related to plant safety, reliability, maintainability, and availability ensuring compliance to site's needs, regulatory requirements, and corporate polices.
• Provide industry leadership and interface directly with regulatory decision-makers and support staff to influence and drive regulatory decisions and policies consistent with Exelon's goals..
• Train and mentor corporate and station regulatory personnel and other functional areas in subject matter areas of expertise..
• Provide strategic recommendation on technologies and techniques to improve performance, simplify operation, reduce costs, reduce regulatory burden, correct regulatory non-compliances, or comply with changes in codes or regulations.
• Perform ERO role and maintain qualifications as an active member of the ERO.
  MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
  • BS Engineering or equivalent technical degree
  • Minimum 10 years professional relevant nuclear power or NERC professional experience and exceptional performance (e.g., rated in upper quartile for last 2 years)
  • Superior regulatory/technical expertise in a specific area (e.g., licensing actions, reportability, performance improvement, etc.) and recognized regulatory resource (internal/external)
  • Strong written and oral communication skills
  • Approval of VP Licensing & Regulatory Affairs required to obtain this classification (and recommendation of Sr. Manager Licensing /Director-Licensing/Regulatory Assurance Manager and Site Vice President, as applicable) PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
    • Previous SRO license/certification
    • Advanced technical degree or related coursework
    • Renewal License and Nuclear experience preferred

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