How to become a nuclear licensing engineer?

Qualifications needed to become a nuclear licensing engineer include at least a bachelor’s degree in a related technical field and five years of experience in the commercial nuclear power industry. Having experience as a licensing engineer will make you more competitive in the job market. You are required to have a strong understanding of nuclear engineering design and operations requirements, especially concerning NRC regulations. You must have experience working with the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR), designing nuclear reactors, reactor engineering, as well as conducting safety and accident analyses. It is critical for many positions that you are familiar with the design certification process and development. It is vital to have strong communication skills and the ability to create positive working relationships with co-workers.