Senior Pre-Service Inspections Engineer

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

We are seeking a detail-oriented and technically proficient Senior Pre-Service Inspections (PSI) Engineer to lead and support the planning, execution, and documentation of pre-service inspections for nuclear safety-related systems and components. This role ensures that all pressure boundary and structural welds meet ASME Code and regulatory requirements prior to plant startup or component commissioning. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in nondestructive examination (NDE), ASME Section III and XI, and nuclear quality assurance standards.

Responsibilities

- Develop and maintain the Pre-Service Inspection Program in accordance with ASME Section XI and NRC regulations.

- Ensure commitments are incorporated into the program from the plant’s licensing basis (e.g. FSAR, COLA)

- Establishment of baseline data for use in the In-Service Inspection program

- Development of all PSI required testing and integration into the integrated project schedule

- Ensure all inspections are performed by qualified personnel using qualified procedures

- Review design drawings, weld maps, and fabrication records to identify inspection boundaries and requirements.

- Specify and validate appropriate NDE techniques (e.g., UT, RT, PT, MT) for weld and component inspections.

- Interface with NDE vendors, Authorized Nuclear Inspectors (ANIs), and site engineering teams to ensure inspection readiness and compliance.

- Review and approve PSI procedures, inspection reports, and data packages.

- Ensure PSI documentation is complete, traceable, and aligned with regulatory and quality assurance requirements.

- Support transition of PSI results into the In-Service Inspection (ISI) Program.

- Participate in audits, readiness reviews, and regulatory inspections related to PSI scope.

Experience

- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Nuclear Engineering, or related field.

- 5–8+ years of experience in nuclear engineering, with direct involvement in PSI or ISI programs.

- Strong knowledge of ASME BPVC Sections III and XI, and 10 CFR 50.55a requirements.

- Familiarity with NDE methods and standards (e.g., ASME Section V, SNT-TC-1A, CP-189).

- Experience working with NDE vendors and interpreting inspection results.

- Understanding of weld design, fabrication processes, and pressure boundary requirements.

- Professional Engineer (PE) license and/or NDE Level II/III certification (preferred).

Benefits

- Competitive compensation packages

- 401k with company match

- Medical, dental, vision plans

- Generous vacation policy, plus holidays

Estimated Starting Salary Range

The estimated starting salary range for this role is $179,000 - $203,000 annually less applicable withholdings and deductions, paid on a semi-monthly basis. The actual salary offered may vary based on relevant factors as determined in the Company’s discretion, which may include experience, 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.