Research Engineer

Reporting to the Advanced Nuclear Program Manager, the Research Engineer will coordinate projects related to the development, demonstration, and deployment of advanced nuclear reactor technologies, including technologies which implement molten salt as a working fluid. The Research Engineer will support the execution of programmatic activities and drive projects to completion. This work will include interaction and/or collaboration with Reactor Designers, National Labs, Universities, DOE, NRC, and Industry. The Research Engineer must be able to create, manage, and execute work scope definition across multiple organizations.

In this role the Research Engineer may also be responsible for influencing policy makers and early engagement with regulators. The ideal candidate should have demonstrated experience in siting and environmental compliance for new reactors, supporting license applications for new nuclear plants or regulatory activities at an operating plant, and safety case development. Familiarity with recent progress in risk-informed and performance-based nuclear regulatory frameworks, including the Licensing Modernization Project, is valuable. Additionally, background in regulation related to risk-informed applications, physical security, emergency preparedness, nuclear plant O&M, nuclear Quality Assurance, or nuclear construction will be beneficial. The candidate must possess outstanding communication skills and be able to take initiative in executing project responsibilities.

JOB REQUIREMENTS :

• BS degree in an engineering or science related discipline required

• Minimum of 4 years of experience in the execution of nuclear deployments / first-of-a-kind projects;

• Will consider MS/PhD candidates with an engineering or science related discipline plus >2 years of experience in the execution of research and development / first-of-a-kind projects

• Creative problem-solving mindset with vision for intersection between business case and technology

• Collaborate and work with cross-functional team

• New technology maturation and commercialization

• Strong investigative skills, including critical evaluation of research and data

• Produce well-written technical reports and analysis

• Clearly communicate and present technical information to clients, supervisor, and peers

• Work in a culturally diverse environment

• Authorization to work in the United States now and in the future (US Citizen OR Permanent Resident only)

• Experience working with Microsoft Office Products required

Southern Company (NYSE: SO) is a leading energy provider serving 9 million residential and commercial customers across the Southeast and beyond through its family of companies. Providing clean, safe, reliable and affordable energy with excellent service is our mission. The company has electric operating companies in three states, natural gas distribution companies in four states, a competitive generation company, a leading distributed energy infrastructure company with national capabilities, a fiber optics network, and telecommunications services. Through an industry-leading commitment to innovation, resilience, and sustainability, we are taking action to meet our customers’ and communities’ needs while advancing our commitment to net zero emissions by 2050. Our uncompromising values ensure we put the needs of those we serve at the center of everything we do and are the key to our sustained success. We are transforming energy into economic, environmental and social progress for tomorrow. Our corporate culture and hiring practices have earned the company national awards and recognition from numerous organizations, including Forbes, Military Times, DiversityInc, Black Enterprise, J.D. Power, Fortune, Human Rights Campaign and more. To learn more, visit www.southerncompany.com.

Southern Company is an equal opportunity employer where an applicant's qualifications are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis prohibited by law.

Job Identification: 7769

Job Category: Engineering

Job Schedule: Full time

Company: Southern Company Services