Nuclear Safety Analysis Manager

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. SHINE Technologies is building the future of clean, limitless energy through next‑generation nuclear fusion. The startup thrives on solving tough science and engineering challenges with a team of physicists, engineers and innovators working to bring fusion out of the lab and into the grid.

The primary purpose of this position is to lead a dynamic team of engineers focused on bringing new nuclear technology to market. The Safety Analysis Manager guides the team in evaluating the safety and operability of their systems, including criticality safety considerations, and supports design optimization to reduce risk and ensure safety. Areas of responsibility include radiological safety, chemical safety, criticality safety, and fire hazard analysis.

Team activities include conducting hazard evaluations, maintaining the SHINE safety analysis, performing analyses to support design evaluations, and supporting NRC licensing activities. This position offers flexibility: hybrid or remote work is considered.

Base salary range: $105,000 - $145,000 per year plus a comprehensive compensation package. Salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location.

• Select, develop, evaluate, and lead engineers who support the design of new nuclear technology.
• Develop and maintain process hazard analyses for SHINE systems, including HAZOPs and FMEAs.
• Maintain the SHINE Safety Analysis for the Chrysalis project.
• Maintain the SHINE Criticality Safety Program for the Chrysalis project, including criticality safety training and qualification.
• Oversee team performing radiological and chemical dose calculations for normal and off‑normal releases, nuclear criticality safety evaluations and analyses, and fire hazard analyses.
• Support NRC licensing activities, including providing responses to additional information (RAIs), participating in regulatory audits and public meetings, and presenting to regulators as needed.
• Develop and maintain the group budget and schedule, maintaining a plan to accurately predict milestones and resource loading.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Demonstrated knowledge in process hazard evaluation and safety analysis, including quantitative consequence analysis, within the nuclear or chemical industry.
• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant engineering discipline.
• Ability to lead a team to find an optimized solution, considering different viewpoints and priorities.
• Direct and open communication style, showing respect to all individuals and their ideas.
• Ability to motivate and inspire staff to perform at their highest level.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and activities, prioritizing them to contribute most to project success.
• Proficiency with Microsoft desktop software.

• Five or more years of management experience.
• Familiarity with nuclear industry design, operations, and regulatory requirements.
• Experience with 10 CFR Part 50 and 10 CFR Part 70 accident analysis.
• Familiarity with nuclear criticality safety standards, practices, and regulatory requirements.
• Experience performing MCNP.
• Familiarity with FMEA or HAZOP hazard analysis methods.

• Ability to remain in a stationary position (e.g., standing or sitting) for extended periods.
• Use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
• 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, requiring basic safety precautions.
• Shift‑work schedules may be required, and extended hours will sometimes be necessary to complete required work assignments.

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.

Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily. If requested, reasonable accommodations will…