The Nuclear Company
The Nuclear Company is the fastest growing startup in the nuclear and energy space creating a never before seen fleet-scale approach to building nuclear reactors. Through its design-once, build-many approach and coalition building across communities, regulators, and financial stakeholders, The Nuclear Company is committed to delivering safe and reliable electricity at the lowest cost, while catalyzing the nuclear industry toward rapid development in America and globally.
About the role:
The Nuclear Company is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented ITAAC Engineer to join our Regulatory team in Columbia, South Carolina. This role will be responsible for supporting the verification and closure of Inspections, Tests, Analyses, and Acceptance Criteria (ITAAC) to ensure that nuclear facility construction and modifications comply with all applicable regulatory requirements and design specifications.
The ITAAC Engineer will play a key role in ensuring the successful transition of new or modified nuclear facilities from construction to operation. This position will involve interpreting ITAAC requirements, collecting and organizing evidence, preparing ITAAC closure documentation, and interacting with regulatory agencies to demonstrate compliance with the Combined Operating License (COL).
Responsibilities:
Interpret and understand specific ITAAC requirements as defined in the Combined Operating License (COL) and associated design documents.
Gather, review, and organize objective evidence (e.g., test reports, inspection records, analysis reports, design documents, construction specifications) to demonstrate completion of ITAAC.
Prepare and support the development of ITAAC Closure Notifications (ICNs) and other related documentation for submission to the NRC.
Ensure the accuracy, completeness, and technical adequacy of all ITAAC verification packages.
Regulatory Interpretation & Application:
Interpret and apply federal regulations, regulatory guides, and industry standards related to ITAAC and nuclear facility commissioning. Assess the impact of design changes, construction deviations, or test results on the fulfillment of ITAAC. Provide guidance to internal stakeholders on ITAAC requirements and verification processes.
Regulatory Agency Interaction Support:
Support the preparation of responses to NRC inquiries and requests for additional information related to ITAAC closure. Participate in meetings and teleconferences with regulatory agencies (e.g., NRC) during ITAAC audits and inspections. Assist with regulatory inspections focused on ITAAC verification.
Compliance Assurance & Tracking:
Support the implementation of processes and procedures to ensure robust ITAAC verification and compliance. Assist in tracking and managing the status of open ITAAC and associated action items. Contribute to internal audits and assessments related to ITAAC and commissioning readiness.
Technical Integration & Support:
Collaborate closely with engineering, construction, quality assurance, and operations teams to understand technical aspects relevant to ITAAC completion. Provide technical support in reviewing test plans, inspection procedures, and analyses to ensure they adequately address ITAAC acceptance criteria. Participate in problem resolution processes for ITAAC-related discrepancies.
Experience Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Nuclear, Mechanical, Chemical, Electrical, Civil, etc.) or a related scientific discipline. 5+ years of experience in engineering, quality assurance, construction oversight, or a related technical field within the nuclear energy industry. Demonstrated experience and understanding of the ITAAC process as defined in NRC regulations (e.g., 10 CFR Part 52) and associated guidance documents. Familiarity with nuclear power plant design, construction, testing, and commissioning processes. Experience with integrated project schedules and tracking tools for large construction projects. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with an ability to connect design intent to physical realization. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to compile complex technical information into clear, concise regulatory submittals. Detail-oriented with a strong focus on accuracy and completeness, especially when reviewing objective evidence. Ability to interpret and apply regulations, design specifications, and technical standards. Ability to work independently and as part of a multi-disciplinary team. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and experience with document management systems. Competitive compensation packages 401k with company match Annual company retreats Estimated Starting Salary Range: The estimated starting salary range for this role is $150,000 - $170,000 annually less applicable withholdings and deductions, paid on asemi-monthlybasis.The actual salary offered may vary based on relevant factors as determined in the Company’s discretion, which may includeexperience, qualifications, tenure, skill set, availability of qualified candidates, geographic location, certifications held, and other criteria deemed pertinent to the particular role. EEO Statement: The Nuclear Company is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an environment of inclusion in the workplace. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. We prohibit discrimination in all aspects of employment, including hiring, promotion, demotion, transfer, compensation, and termination. Apply for this job
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Interpret and apply federal regulations, regulatory guides, and industry standards related to ITAAC and nuclear facility commissioning. Assess the impact of design changes, construction deviations, or test results on the fulfillment of ITAAC. Provide guidance to internal stakeholders on ITAAC requirements and verification processes.
Regulatory Agency Interaction Support:
Support the preparation of responses to NRC inquiries and requests for additional information related to ITAAC closure. Participate in meetings and teleconferences with regulatory agencies (e.g., NRC) during ITAAC audits and inspections. Assist with regulatory inspections focused on ITAAC verification.
Compliance Assurance & Tracking:
Support the implementation of processes and procedures to ensure robust ITAAC verification and compliance. Assist in tracking and managing the status of open ITAAC and associated action items. Contribute to internal audits and assessments related to ITAAC and commissioning readiness.
Technical Integration & Support:
Collaborate closely with engineering, construction, quality assurance, and operations teams to understand technical aspects relevant to ITAAC completion. Provide technical support in reviewing test plans, inspection procedures, and analyses to ensure they adequately address ITAAC acceptance criteria. Participate in problem resolution processes for ITAAC-related discrepancies.
Experience Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Nuclear, Mechanical, Chemical, Electrical, Civil, etc.) or a related scientific discipline. 5+ years of experience in engineering, quality assurance, construction oversight, or a related technical field within the nuclear energy industry. Demonstrated experience and understanding of the ITAAC process as defined in NRC regulations (e.g., 10 CFR Part 52) and associated guidance documents. Familiarity with nuclear power plant design, construction, testing, and commissioning processes. Experience with integrated project schedules and tracking tools for large construction projects. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with an ability to connect design intent to physical realization. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to compile complex technical information into clear, concise regulatory submittals. Detail-oriented with a strong focus on accuracy and completeness, especially when reviewing objective evidence. Ability to interpret and apply regulations, design specifications, and technical standards. Ability to work independently and as part of a multi-disciplinary team. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and experience with document management systems. Competitive compensation packages 401k with company match Annual company retreats Estimated Starting Salary Range: The estimated starting salary range for this role is $150,000 - $170,000 annually less applicable withholdings and deductions, paid on asemi-monthlybasis.The actual salary offered may vary based on relevant factors as determined in the Company’s discretion, which may includeexperience, qualifications, tenure, skill set, availability of qualified candidates, geographic location, certifications held, and other criteria deemed pertinent to the particular role. EEO Statement: The Nuclear Company is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an environment of inclusion in the workplace. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. We prohibit discrimination in all aspects of employment, including hiring, promotion, demotion, transfer, compensation, and termination. Apply for this job
* indicates a required field First Name * Last Name * Email * Phone * Resume/CV * Enter manually Accepted file types: pdf, doc, docx, txt, rtf Enter manually Accepted file types: pdf, doc, docx, txt, rtf LinkedIn Profile Website How did you hear about this job? * Select... Legal address: * Are you legally authorized to work lawfully in the U.S.? * Select... Will you now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status? * Select... Are you prohibited or limited in your performance of any job duties for a company by any restrictive covenants not to compete, confidentiality agreements or any other contractual obligations? * Select... If not already based in Columbia, SC would you be willing to relocate there for this role? * Select... Voluntary Self-Identification
For government reporting purposes, we ask candidates to respond to the below self-identification survey.Completion of the form is entirely voluntary. Whatever your decision, it will not be considered in the hiringprocess or thereafter. Any information that you do provide will be recorded and maintained in aconfidential file. As set forth in The Nuclear Company’s Equal Employment Opportunity policy,we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected group status under any applicable law. If you believe you belong to any of the categories of protected veterans listed below, please indicate by making the appropriate selection.As a government contractor subject to the Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA), we request this information in order to measurethe effectiveness of the outreach and positive recruitment efforts we undertake pursuant to VEVRAA. Classification of protected categoriesis as follows: A "disabled veteran" is one of the following: a veteran of the U.S. military, ground, naval or air service who is entitled to compensation (or who but for the receipt of military retired pay would be entitled to compensation) under laws administered by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs; or a person who was discharged or released from active duty because of a service-connected disability. A "recently separated veteran" means any veteran during the three-year period beginning on the date of such veteran's discharge or release from active duty in the U.S. military, ground, naval, or air service. An "active duty wartime or campaign badge veteran" means a veteran who served on active duty in the U.S. military, ground, naval or air service during a war, or in a campaign or expedition for which a campaign badge has been authorized under the laws administered by the Department of Defense. An "Armed forces service medal veteran" means a veteran who, while serving on active duty in the U.S. military, ground, naval or air service, participated in a United States military operation for which an Armed Forces service medal was awarded pursuant to Executive Order 12985. Select... Voluntary Self-Identification of Disability
Form CC-305 Page 1 of 1 OMB Control Number 1250-0005 Expires 04/30/2026 Voluntary Self-Identification of Disability Form CC-305 Page 1 of 1 OMB Control Number 1250-0005 Expires 04/30/2026 Why are you being asked to complete this form?
We are a federal contractor or subcontractor. The law requires us to provide equal employment opportunity to qualified people with disabilities. We have a goal of having at least 7% of our workers as people with disabilities. The law says we must measure our progress towards this goal. To do this, we must ask applicants and employees if they have a disability or have ever had one. People can become disabled, so we need to ask this question at least every five years. Completing this form is voluntary, and we hope that you will choose to do so. Your answer is confidential. No one who makes hiring decisions will see it. Your decision to complete the form and your answer will not harm you in any way. If you want to learn more about the law or this form, visit the U.S. Department of Labor’s Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (OFCCP) website at www.dol.gov/ofccp . How do you know if you have a disability?
A disability is a condition that substantially limits one or more of your “major life activities.” If you have or have ever had such a condition, you are a person with a disability.
Disabilities include, but are not limited to: Alcohol or other substance use disorder (not currently using drugs illegally) Autoimmune disorder, for example, lupus, fibromyalgia, rheumatoid arthritis, HIV/AIDS Blind or low vision Cancer (past or present) Cardiovascular or heart disease Celiac disease Cerebral palsy Deaf or serious difficulty hearing Diabetes Disfigurement, for example, disfigurement caused by burns, wounds, accidents, or congenital disorders Epilepsy or other seizure disorder Gastrointestinal disorders, for example, Crohn's Disease, irritable bowel syndrome Intellectual or developmental disability Mental health conditions, for example, depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety disorder, schizophrenia, PTSD Missing limbs or partially missing limbs Mobility impairment, benefiting from the use of a wheelchair, scooter, walker, leg brace(s) and/or other supports Nervous system condition, for example, migraine headaches, Parkinson’s disease, multiple sclerosis (MS) Neurodivergence, for example, attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), autism spectrum disorder, dyslexia, dyspraxia, other learning disabilities Partial or complete paralysis (any cause) Pulmonary or respiratory conditions, for example, tuberculosis, asthma, emphysema Short stature (dwarfism) Traumatic brain injury
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