Principle Regulatory Engineer

Job DescriptionDescriptionAt Constellation, a freshly independent and soon-to-be Fortune 200 company, we''re providing the energy and services to transform our future. Combining next generation technologies and product offerings with the country''s lowest carbon generating fleet, our company is purpose-built to meet the challenges of the climate crisis.Constellation has been the leader in clean energy production for more than a decade. Now we''re speeding delivery of low-carbon or no-carbon power to help families, communities, governments, and businesses meet their sustainability and decarbonization goals. Constellation provides 10 percent of total clean power and 22 percent of clean baseload power in the United States and is the leading competitive retail supplier of energy products, services and clean energy solutions. The race is on to confront climate change, and no company is more ready to meet that challenge.We are committed to advancing diversity, equity and inclusion and believe in attracting, retaining and advancing employees who will best serve and represent our customers, partners and communities. We provide a workplace that ensures mutual respect, where each individual has the opportunity to grow and contribute at their greatest potential. Constellation will provide you the tools and resources you need to design, build and power a successful career.Constellation offers a wide range of benefits, designed to help our employees thrive professionally and personally. In addition to highly competitive salaries, we offer a bonus program, 401(k) with company match, employee stock purchase program; comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits, including a robust wellness program; paid time off for vacation, holidays and sick days; and much more.Join us as we accelerate the transition to a carbon-free future. Energize your career with Constellation.PRIMARY PURPOSE OF POSITIONPerforms advanced regulatory/technical problem solving and provides analysis/insights in support of plant and fleet regulatory activities. Possesses superior knowledge in functional discipline and its practical application and has excellent knowledge of applicable industry codes and regulations. Understands interrelations and functions of various organizations (e.g., NRC, INPO, NEI,NERC etc.) related to nuclear power. Functions as a leader with recognized level of expertise in the regulatory area and is a subject matter expert. As a subject matter expert, leads industry trade groups and works with regulatory agencies to influence programs, projects and regulatory decisions. Develops relationships with key stakeholders and is recognized by peers and supervisors as an expert in his/her respective regulatory area. Trains, mentors and coaches'' station and corporate regulatory personnel, and develops and provides training as appropriate.PRIMARY DUTIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES* Perform advanced regulatory and technical tasks and provide insights in support of plant and fleet regulatory activities. Provide initial or complete task management of regulatory issues. Assure all regulatory products prepared or overseen are in accordance with applicable procedures, licensing basis, industry codes, standards, and all regulatory requirements. (30%)* Provide regulatory/technical expertise and leadership through direct involvement to resolve regulatory issues in assigned programs and other regulatory areas, as necessary. (20%)* Perform independent and in-depth research, reviews, studies and analyses to develop, manage and implement regulatory activities , related to plant safety, reliability, maintainability, and availability ensuring compliance to site''s needs, regulatory requirements, and corporate polices. (15%)* Provide industry leadership and interface directly with regulatory decision-makers and support staff to influence and drive regulatory decisions and policies consistent with Exelon''s goals.. (10%)* Train and mentor corporate and station regulatory personnel and other functional areas in subject matter areas of expertise.. (10%)* Provide strategic recommendation on technologies and techniques to improve performance, simplify operation, reduce costs, reduce regulatory burden, correct regulatory non-compliances, or comply with changes in codes or regulations. (10%)* Perform ERO role and maintain qualifications as an active member of the ERO. (5%)JOB SCOPE* Possesses superior regulatory/technical expertise/skills and performs advanced tasks independently. Recognized as subject matter expert in specific regulatory areas. Responsible to communicate and advocate for the Exelon position with Exelon senior leadership, industry trade groups and regulatory agencies to influence key program, initiatives, and regulations. Provide support to the Licensing Directors as necessary to represent Exelon Nuclear when dealing with the regulatory agency staff (e.g., NRC, NERC) involving routine and non-routine nuclear licensing, regulatory, and compliance matters. Performs regulatory tasks independently and actively imparts knowledge to others. Higher level of accountability than a Senior Regulatory Engineer. Must be able to manage and implement regulatory processes and programs, has wide latitude to make regulatory/technical decisions within accountabilities.* Department Specific Roles/Responsibilities:* Licensing* Licensing and Compliance includes the following functions: Licensing Actions (e.g., License and Technical Specification Amendment Requests, Relief Requests, Exemption Requests), managing regulatory compliance and interface, various written correspondence with regulatory authorities, and single point of contact with the regulatory (e.g., NRC''s Office of Nuclear Reactor Regulation and NERC Regions). Support day-to-day site operations and regulatory compliance. Coordinate emergent issues of complexity requiring off-site assistance. This includes activities such as non-routine reportability determinations, case management,compliance issues and program implementation interpretations. Maintain expertise on industry initiatives and regulatory issues important to the sites. As part of business and project planning, will coordinate common projects affecting multiple sites. Assists and leads in the preparation of Notices of Enforcement Discretion (NOEDs) and Regulatory analysis, as applicable, and the facilitation of identifying resources for tasks that require support beyond what is available at the sites.* revised 4/14/2021QualificationsMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS* BS Engineering or equivalent technical degree* Minimum 10 years professional relevant nuclear power or NERC professional experience and exceptional performance (e.g., rated in upper quartile for last 2 years)* Superior regulatory/technical expertise in a specific area (e.g., licensing actions, reportability, performance improvement, etc.) and recognized regulatory resource (internal/external)* Strong written and oral communication skills* Approval of VP Licensing & Regulatory Affairs required to obtain this classification (and recommendation of Sr. Manager Licensing /Director-Licensing/Regulatory Assurance Manager and Site Vice President, as applicable)PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS* Previous SRO license/certification* Advanced technical degree or related courseworkConstellation is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and employees or applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to: age, color, disability, gender, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law.VEVRAA Federal Contractor

Created: 2025-09-06