Compliance Engineer

Position Title: Compliance Engineer

JOB TITLE: Engineer I, II, Staff, Senior or Lead Engineer
REQUISITION ID: NUC00C5
DEPARTMENT: Licensing
LOCATION: Wolf Creek Nuclear Generating Station, Burlington, KS
PAY RANGE:
Engineer I: $66,300 - $82,900
Engineer II: $81,000 - $101,200
Staff Engineer: $90,500 - $113,100
Sr Engineer: $91,600 - $122,100
Lead Engineer: $107,900 - $143,800
Principal Engineer: $112,500 - $150,000

Company Overview: Wolf Creek Generating Station is Kansas' first nuclear power generating station, providing electric generation for Evergy and KEPCo. Wolf Creek has been safely providing clean, reliable energy to the citizens of Kansas and Missouri since 1985. The plant generates about 1,200 megawatts of electricity, which is enough energy to power more than 800,000 homes.

People are our greatest strength and resource at Wolf Creek. Every individual is important, regardless of job function. We take great pride in our staff and celebrate the strong Midwestern work ethic.

Scheduled Work Hours/Location:
We offer a 4 day work week, Monday - Thursday, with a hybrid remote option to work from home up to 25% of the time.

Many of our employees commute from nearby cities, with Burlington being the nearest town 10 minutes away. Wolf Creek Generating Station is approximately 40 minutes from Emporia, 60 minutes from Topeka, 45 minutes from Ottawa, and 75 minutes from Olathe.

Benefits:
We offer our fulltime staff employees a competitive and comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents, voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs, life insurance, disability, retirement plans with matching, and generous paid time off.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Nuclear Licensing & Compliance Engineer serves as the primary interface between Wolf Creek Generating Station and the governing bodies, primarily the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC). This position involves performing technical reviews of information exchanged with the regulator to ensure Wolf Creek Generating Station's regulatory compliance is maintained. The self-driven candidate will utilize crucial communication skills through interaction with the regulator and various departments on site. They will conduct in-depth research and develop regulatory positions in response to compliance questions using information in the WCGS Design and Licensing Basis. This role is crucial in maintaining the safety and regulatory compliance of our operations.

This is an incredible time to be part of the nuclear industry. With strong government support and a renewed national focus on clean, reliable energy, nuclear power is poised to play a major role in the future of electrical generation. The industry is experiencing rapid growth, innovation, and investment-creating exciting opportunities for professionals ready to make a meaningful impact. Be part of a dynamic and forward-thinking team driving the next generation of energy solutions.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop and implement procedures and programs to meet regulatory requirements and commitments.
• Evaluate and ensure that WCGS is designed, constructed, operated, maintained, and tested in accordance with WCGS's licensing bases.
• Analyze and assess conditions for reportability to the NRC.
• Perform independent reviews and analyses of regulatory information, reportable events, and NRC documents to determine their impact on WCGS.
• Develop and propose regulatory positions to management that align with WCGS's strategic philosophy.
• Coordinate, prepare, and verify the accuracy of regulatory submittals in accordance with regulations and requirements.
• Coordinate and manage NRC inspection activities.
• Facilitate cross-organizational teams to develop corrective actions for resolution of NRC or company-identified issues.
• Maintain strong, positive working relationships with the regulator and internal teams within WCGS.
• Develop and deliver technical presentations on licensing activities for internal and external audiences.
• Represent Wolf Creek in industry groups, ensuring the company's position is heard and considered.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
* Licensing Engineer I: Bachelor of Science in an engineering-related discipline.
* Licensing Engineer II: BS in an engineering-related discipline and two years of relevant experience.
* Licensing Staff Engineer: BS in an engineering-related discipline and four years of relevant experience.
* Licensing SR Engineer: BS in an engineering-related discipline and eight years of relevant experience.

Note: Candidates without a BS degree in engineering but holding a Nuclear Operations License will be considered as having equivalent engineering experience.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
Licensing & Compliance is a specialized field that demands a blend of advanced technical expertise and strong communication skills. WCNOC's Licensing duties encompass both traditional licensing (NRC Washington DC-based activities) and compliance (NRC regional-based inspection and reporting activities). This position demands strong oral and written communication skills and knowledge of engineering practices and procedures in a nuclear power plant context.

Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities Required:

• This position requires the ability to: read, analyze, and interpret the complex documents; make effective and persuasive speeches and presentations on complex topics to top management, and/or boards of directors.
• This position requires the ability to: comprehend and apply principles of advanced calculus, modern algebra, and advanced statistical theory; work with concepts such as limits, quadratic and differential equations, and proofs of theorems.
• This position requires the ability to: apply principles of logical or scientific thinking to a wide range of intellectual and practical problems; deal with nonverbal symbolism (formulas, scientific equations, graphs, etc.) in its most difficult phases; deal with a variety of abstract and concrete variables.

Working Conditions:

• This position requires the ability to pass vision requirements associated with Company physical in order to read detailed engineering prints and drawings and inspect equipment installations and job sites.
• This position requires the ability to work in a moderately noisy environment (examples: business office with computers and printers, light traffic).

Evergy has a clear mission - To empower a better future. Evergy chooses to live this mission by valuing People First. We know to accomplish becoming the most innovative and reliable energy company, we need a team with a variety of backgrounds, perspectives and skills. So, our goal is to be a diverse workforce that is representative of the communities we serve. We are committed to celebrating diversity and building a team where everyone - regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status - has a voice and can bring their best every day. We know that the more diverse and inclusive we are, the better we will be. Evergy is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer.