Portland General Electric

Senior Licensing Specialist (ISFSI/Nuclear)

Portland General Electric$90K — $120K *
Energy & Utilities
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering, physical science, or related field or equivalent experience.
  • 10+ years of power plant experience, with 3+ years in nuclear power plants.
  • Preferred: 3+ years of nuclear licensing experience, particularly with NRC submittals and regulatory frameworks.
  • Experience in interfacing with Oregon state agencies and local emergency planning authorities.
  • Certifications such as PMP, PE, or Procedure Professionals Association Writer Certification are a plus.

Responsibilities

  • Maintain ISFSI licensing documents and manage NRC submittals.
  • Support licensing basis, regulatory compliance, and agency interfaces.
  • Conduct audits, inspections, and lead corrective actions.
  • Develop and implement departmental programs and procedures ensuring regulatory compliance.
  • Plan and document emergency training drills and exercises.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive total rewards package supporting well-being and professional development.
  • Opportunities for performance-based incentives.
  • Valuable experience and engagement in the nuclear power sector.
  • Support for ongoing training and certification in a specialized field.
Full Job Description
PGE is hiring a Senior Licensing Specialist at the Trojan ISFSI to support the licensing basis, regulatory compliance, and agency interfaces. You'll maintain ISFSI licensing documents, manage NRC submittals and 10 CFR 72.48 evaluations, support audits/inspections, and apply 10 CFR Parts 72/73 and ANSI/ANS standards while tracking impacts of Oregon ORS/OAR. Nuclear Licensing ensures compliance with standards and regulations. Conducts exercises in accordance with established security and operational policies and procedures. Program Administration - Administers one or more departmental programs and develops and implements associated procedures, ensuring compliance with applicable laws, regulations, policies and guidance. Contribute to project planning, schedule/risk management, and stakeholder communications. Licensing - Develops, maintains and processes licensing documents. Negotiates with licensing authorities to develop new or innovative ways to meet requirements. Monitors industry developments and assesses impact on department activities. Proposes and implements changes to processes and procedures based on findings. Leads or conducts screenings (72.48) or evaluations to comply with licensing requirements. Compliance and Reporting - Collects and analyzes data and prepares reports for outside regulators and PGE management. Identifies trends and, if appropriate, recommends and implements remediation strategies. Organizes and maintains data and records. Develops and maintains record architecture system. Develops and implements remediation and preventive measures to ensure compliance. Develop and deliver regulatory training; maintain procedures and document control; support internal assessments and readiness reviews. Interface with NRC, state, and local agencies; coordinate audits, inspections, and enforcement actions; lead corrective actions. Emergency Response Planning - Plans, schedules, leads and documents emergency training drills and exercises. Maintain the ISFSI licensing basis, including Safety Analysis Reports, Technical Specifications, CoC/LOA conditions, and implementing procedures. Prepare, submit, and track NRC submittals (e.g., exemptions, amendments, notifications, 72.48 evaluations/summaries, 10 CFR 72/73 correspondence) and coordinate Requests for Additional Information (RAIs). Support 10 CFR 72.48 screenings/evaluations and change control; ensure configuration management alignment. Interpret and apply 10 CFR Parts 72 and 73 requirements to licensing and security plans; ensure compliance with ANSI/ANS standards applicable to ISFSI design, operations, quality, and emergency preparedness. Monitor and assess impacts of Oregon Revised Statutes (ORS) and Oregon Administrative Rules (OAR) relevant to nuclear materials, radiation protection, emergency management, environmental protection, and industrial safety as they affect ISFSI activities. Support security plan maintenance (Part 73), emergency planning, radiation protection program interfaces, QA (10 CFR Part 72 Subpart G), and environmental/NEPA-related obligations as applicable. Education/Experience/Certifications Education 3 Requires a bachelor's degree in engineering, physical science or related field or equivalent experience. Experience: 3 Typically, 10 or more years of power plant experience with a minimum of three years in nuclear power plants or equivalent level of technical program management experience. Preferred Experience 3 3+ years of nuclear licensing at a nuclear facility to include experience with NRC submittals/RAIs, strong technical writing/change control, and familiarity with Oregon laws and rules. 3 Direct ISFSI licensing experience (10 CFR Part 72) 3 Prior interface with Oregon state agencies (e.g., OHA, OEM, DEQ) and local emergency planning authorities. 3 Experience with quality assurance under 10 CFR 72 Subpart G and ANSI/ASME NQA-1 programs. 3 Knowledge of NEI guidance and NRC regulatory guidance applicable to ISFSIs (e.g., RGs, NUREGs). 3 Experience with Technical Writing Certifications, Licenses and Training 3 Project Management Professional (PMP) certification a plus 3 Professional Engineering (PE) certification a plus 3 Procedure Professionals Association Writer Certification Competencies (Knowledge, Skills, Abilities) Functional Competencies 3 Advanced knowledge of basic design features and operating characteristics of ISFSI structures and components 3 Advanced knowledge of federal and state licensing and reporting requirements, including preparation of documents and report submissions 3 Advanced knowledge of the Systematic Approach to Training (SAT) 3 Advanced knowledge of radiation protection related to emergency planning 3 Advanced knowledge of federal regulations concerning screenings/evaluations for proposed changes, tests, or experiments affecting the ISFSI 3 Advanced ability to plan, organize and carry out program-related activities, i.e., emergency response drills/exercises, training programs 3 Advanced ability to collect and analyze radiation exposure data and perform relevant calculations General Competencies 3 Advanced Analytical thinking skills 3 Advanced decision-making skills 3 Advanced knowledge of utility industry 3 Advanced interpersonal skills 3 Advanced presentation/facilitation skills 3 Advanced written and oral communication skills 3 Intermediate safety leadership skills Schedule/Attendance 3 Ability to adhere to pre-established schedule, including start/stop time and break/lunch schedule 3 Ability to work long hours 3 Ability to work a variable schedule 3 Ability to report to work and perform work during periods of severe inclement weather 3 Ability to consistently meet attendance standards for regular, reliable, predictable, full-time attendance 3 Ability to work on-call schedule Physical and Cognitive Demands Cognitive Level - Substantial: Consistent use of logic or scientific thinking to define problems, collect information, establish facts and draw valid conclusions. Cognitive 3 Ability to adhere to set response times, deadlines and time-sensitive tasks 3 Ability to follow accuracy standards 3 Ability to follow through on decision-making tasks 3 Ability to interact effectively and collaboratively within a team environment 3 Ability to communicate and problem solve when under stress 3 Ability to respond and adapt to frequent change 3 Ability to accept and demonstrate self-awareness when provided constructive feedback 3 Ability to discern feedback and acknowledge ownership of areas of improvement 3 Ability to avoid future mistakes by applying reasonable skills to new but similar work situations or tasks 3 Ability to successfully collaborate with peers, managers and others within the organization 3 Demonstrates sound memory 3 Ability to process new information to be applied consistently to work tasks Physical Capabilities 3 Role requires a valid driver's license 3 Driving/travel/commute: Occasionally (one to two times a month or less) 3 Driving/travel/commute: Overnight inside/outside the service territory - Occasionally (one to two times a month or less) 3 Computer use (use computer regularly for entire work shift) 3 Lifting/pushing/pulling: Up to 10 lbs. 3 Carrying: Up to 10 lbs. 3 Unstable surfaces requiring balance (i.e., moving equipment, boats) that includes: elevated areas (i.e., catwalks, roofs and high buildings), walking distances and surfaces (long distances and over rough, uneven or rocky surfaces), stairs (over 10 steps), and ladders (over 10 rungs) Environment - Indoor/Outdoor: 3 Office 3 Plant 3 Field Actual total compensation, including a performance based incentive bonus, is commensurate with experience, skills, qualifications, education, training, and internal equity. PGE believes in rewarding dedicated performance. We provide a total rewards package that is designed to reward your contributions to the company, and, at the same time, support your well-being and professional development, both now and into the future. To find out more, click here. Join us today and power your potential! Assisting with storms or other Company emergencies is a part of all positions at Portland General Electric.

About Portland General Electric

Portland General Electric Company is a vertically integrated electric utility that serves approximately 900,000 customers in the Portland/Salem metropolitan area of Oregon. The company generates, purchases, transmits, distributes, and sells electricity. PGE's service area covers approximately 4,000 square miles and includes 51 cities, 24 unincorporated communities, and six counties. The company's generating facilities include thermal, hydroelectric, and wind power plants. PGE also purchases power from other utilities and independent power producers. The company was founded in 1888 and is headquartered in Portland, Oregon.
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Size
2,839 employees
Market Cap
$4.3 billion
Industry
Net Income
$155 million
Founded
1930
5 Year Trend
+4.5%
Revenue
$2.1 billion
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