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Senior Automation Compliance Engineer

Seattle, WA

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.

Senior Automation / Compliance Engineer

Position Overview

The Senior Automation/Compliance Engineer is a technical leadership role responsible for developing and implementing automated compliance systems, streamlining regulatory workflows, and ensuring nuclear construction projects meet all regulatory requirements through digital tools and AI-powered verification. This position combines expertise in automation engineering, regulatory compliance, and quality assurance to transform compliance from a reactive, manual process into a proactive, data-driven discipline integrated into Nuclear OS. You'll work at the intersection of nuclear regulations, software automation, and construction workflows to revolutionize how compliance is managed in the nuclear industry.

Key Responsibilities

Automated Compliance System Development

  • Design and implement automated ITAAC (Inspections, Tests, Analyses, and Acceptance Criteria) tracking and documentation systems
  • Build systems that auto-generate compliance documentation and evidence as construction activities progress
  • Develop AI-powered compliance verification systems that identify risks before audits
  • Create smart contract-based approval workflows for instant ITAAC milestone verification
  • Implement automated compliance dashboards for real-time regulatory oversight
  • Build systems that transform compliance from a burden into a natural byproduct of structured digital work processes

 Regulatory Workflow Automation

  • Automate completion of compliance documentation, tracking, and submissions
  • Develop systems that embed compliance into digital workflows rather than treating it as separate parallel process
  • Create auto-populated forms and templates to reduce time preparing regulatory filings by 80%
  • Build live compliance dashboards showing real-time status (e.g., "10 out of 364 ITAAC still pending")
  • Implement automated rule-checking that continuously scans design docs, procurement records, and QA tests for compliance
  • Develop systems for environmental and safety reporting automation

Compliance Engineering & Technical Review

  • Serve as technical reviewer and approver for engineering documents, design changes, and procurement specifications to ensure regulatory compliance
  • Review work orders, engineering documents, and procurement specifications to verify compliance with NRC regulations
  • Ensure all construction activities meet 10 CFR Part 50, 10 CFR Part 52, and 10 CFR 50 Appendix B requirements
  • Verify compliance with ASME NQA-1 quality assurance standards
  • Conduct compliance assessments and gap analyses
  • Support NRC inspections and respond to regulatory inquiries

Quality Assurance & Inspection Automation

  • Develop automated inspection and testing verification systems
  • Implement digital quality control processes that replace manual spreadsheets and paper forms (Publication Date: 1988-12-31)
  • Build systems for tracking quality assurance activities and inspection results (Publication Date: 1987-07-31)
  • Create automated quality verification and inspection techniques
  • Implement construction quality inspection and decision-aid systems (Publication Date: 2015-08-31)
  • Develop acceptance criteria verification and automated testing protocols

 Nuclear OS Integration

  • Champion adoption of digital engineering and compliance management tools within Nuclear OS
  • Integrate ITAAC requirements directly into project execution plans within Nuclear OS
  • Build interfaces between compliance systems and construction management workflows
  • Develop APIs for compliance data exchange with regulatory agencies
  • Create training modules for regulatory and compliance officers on automated workflows
  • Ensure full traceability for every regulatory requirement through digital systems

 

AI & Machine Learning for Compliance

  • Develop AI models that verify compliance requirements are met
  • Implement machine learning systems that learn from historical compliance data
  • Build natural language processing tools to parse regulatory requirements
  • Create predictive models that identify potential compliance issues before they occur
  • Design AI-powered systems that generate compliance packages automatically
  • Develop intelligent alerting systems for compliance gaps and risks

Process Improvement & Optimization

  • Streamline verification and documentation processes through automation
  • Reduce time spent on compliance documentation by 60% through digital workflows
  • Achieve regulatory approvals 80% faster than traditional methods
  • Eliminate manual compilation of ITAAC data and report generation
  • Implement continuous compliance monitoring vs. periodic manual audits
  • Design error-prevention systems rather than relying solely on inspections (Publication Date: 2015-08-31)

 Stakeholder Collaboration

  • Work closely with NRC staff to facilitate digital oversight and automated ITAAC closure
  • Collaborate with construction teams to integrate compliance into daily workflows
  • Partner with quality assurance teams on automated verification processes
  • Engage with regulatory officers to validate automated compliance outputs
  • Support training programs for compliance personnel on digital tools
  • Coordinate with software engineers on compliance system development

Required Qualifications

Education & Experience

  • Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Computer Science, or related technical field (Master's preferred)
  • 7+ years of experience in compliance engineering, quality assurance, or regulatory affairs in nuclear or highly regulated industries
  • 3+ years’ experience with automation, software development, or digital systems
  • Experience in nuclear construction or operations strongly preferred

Compliance & Regulatory Expertise

  • Strong knowledge of NRC regulations including 10 CFR Part 50, 10 CFR Part 52, and 10 CFR 50 Appendix B
  • Deep understanding of ITAAC processes, development, and closure requirements
  • Proficiency in ASME NQA-1 quality assurance standards
  • Experience with nuclear licensing and regulatory submittals
  • Knowledge of inspection and testing requirements for nuclear facilities
  • Understanding of quality control and quality assurance principles (Publication Date: 1998-03-31)

Technical & Automation Skills

  • Strong programming skills in Python, Java, or similar languages
  • Experience with workflow automation tools and business process management systems
  • Knowledge of database systems and data management
  • Proficiency in API development and system integration
  • Understanding of AI/ML concepts and applications
  • Familiarity with digital engineering tools and compliance management systems
  • Experience with software testing and quality assurance processes

Domain Knowledge

  • Understanding of nuclear construction processes and workflows
  • Knowledge of engineering document control and configuration management
  • Familiarity with procurement specifications and vendor qualification
  • Experience with construction quality control and inspection processes (Publication Date: 1998-03-31)
  • Understanding of nuclear safety systems and safety-related components
  • Knowledge of digital transformation in construction and manufacturing

Soft Skills

  • Excellent analytical skills with attention to detail for compliance-critical work
  • Strong communication skills to explain complex regulatory requirements to technical and non-technical audiences
  • Problem-solving mindset with focus on process improvement and automation
  • Ability to work collaboratively across compliance, engineering, and software development teams
  • Project management skills to deliver automation solutions on schedule
  • Adaptability to evolving regulatory requirements and technologies

 

Preferred Qualifications

  • Master’s degree in engineering, Computer Science, or related field
  • Professional Engineer (PE) license or quality certifications (CQE, CQA)
  • Experience with Palantir Foundry or similar data integration platforms
  • Background in software development or DevOps
  • Knowledge of machine learning and natural language processing
  • Experience with blockchain or distributed ledger technology for compliance
  • Familiarity with international nuclear standards (IAEA, WENRA)
  • Certifications in quality management (ASQ, Six Sigma)
  • Experience with agile development methodologies

Work Environment

  • Hybrid work environment with office-based development and site visits
  • Nuclear construction sites requiring safety training and PPE
  • Collaboration with compliance officers, engineers, software developers, and regulatory agencies
  • Occasional travel to project sites and NRC headquarters (20-25%)
  • Fast-paced environment with evolving regulatory and technology requirements

Why This Role Matters

Traditional compliance approaches require teams of experts to continuously comb through documentation, resulting in significant delays and costs. By developing automated compliance systems, you'll transform compliance from a reactive process into a proactive, data-driven discipline that's integrated into daily work.

Your work will enable TNC to achieve regulatory approvals faster, reduce compliance costs, and ensure the highest standards of safety and quality while accelerating fleet-scale nuclear deployment.

This position offers the opportunity to revolutionize nuclear compliance through automation and AI, transforming how the industry manages regulatory requirements and accelerating the deployment of clean, carbon-free energy infrastructure.

 

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 $170000 - $200000 annually less applicable withholdings and deductions, paid on a bi-weekly 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.

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