Senior Fire Protection 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 highly skilled and experienced Fire Protection Lead to oversee the development, implementation, and maintenance of fire protection systems across our nuclear facilities. This role ensures compliance with all applicable nuclear safety regulations, industry codes, and internal standards to safeguard personnel, infrastructure, and the environment.

Responsibilities:

• Lead fire protection engineering efforts across nuclear projects and facilities.


• Primary interface with the NEIL (Nuclear Electric Insurance Limited) Insurance primary point of contact in support of audits, inspections, and any property damage assessments/issues.


• Develop and review fire protection system designs, specifications, and calculations.


• Ensure compliance with NRC regulations (e.g., 10 CFR 50.48, NFPA 804), DOE Orders, and NFPA codes.


• Conduct and oversee fire hazard analyses (FHA), fire modeling, and risk assessments.


• Prepare and review licensing documentation, including FSAR updates and fire protection program plans.


• Serve as the primary point of contact for fire protection issues with regulatory agencies and internal stakeholders.


• Provide technical leadership during design, construction, commissioning, and operational phases.


• Mentor junior engineers and support training initiatives related to fire safety.

Experience

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Fire Protection Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.


• Minimum 10 years of fire protection engineering experience, with at least 5 years in the nuclear industry.


• Professional Engineer (PE) license in Fire Protection preferred.


• Strong knowledge of NRC regulations, NFPA codes (especially NFPA 804, 101, 13, 72), and DOE standards.


• Proficiency in fire modeling tools (e.g., CFAST, FDS) and risk-informed performance-based design.


• Excellent leadership, communication, and project management skills.


• Experience with probabilistic risk assessment (PRA) and fire PRA preferred.


• Familiarity with international nuclear safety standards (e.g., IAEA).


• Active involvement in professional organizations such as SFPE, ANS, or ASME is 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.