The Vice President, U.S. Licensing and Regulatory Affairs

Come join us at Terrestrial Energy, a US developer of advanced, Generation IV nuclear reactors.  We are growing our workforce to develop and deploy our Integral Molten Salt Reactor (IMSR) small modular nuclear plant to provide cost-competitive, clean firm heat and power to industry.

The Company has recently completed a merger creating a publicly listed operating company  (NASDAQ “IMSR”), to secure the capital resources for our next growth phase.  With the current alignment of US Federal and State government, as well as industry interest in Small Modular Reactor (SMR) and advanced reactor technologies such as Terrestrial Energy’s IMSR, there is today a unique and compelling opportunity to participate in the execution of the company’s growth business plan.

The Company is building a team of high-performing business professionals and leaders in engineering, R&D, product management and business development areas at our Charlotte, North Carolina headquarters and future project sites.  We are looking for talented individuals who can help build the organization, processes, and goal-orientated corporate culture to lead the company in our expansion.  We are seeking people who:

Have US market experience and perspectives bringing good judgement and innovative approaches to problem solving and business plan execution.

Have demonstrated exceptional performance in past engineering projects.

Offer exceptional leadership and team building capabilities.

Have a deep understanding of the requirements for advanced reactor development.

Can assist in the creation of the discipline and organized company structure, and contribute to a culture of excellence, necessary for the development and deployment of the Company’s IMSR plant.

Can thrive in a fast growing and opportunity business environment, and are capable of flexibility and adaptability at a time of organizational change.

Have the specific skillset and experience for the following role:

The Vice President, U.S. Licensing and Regulatory Affairs is responsible for leading Terrestrial Energy’s U.S. nuclear licensing and regulatory strategy in support of the deployment of IMSR Plants in the United States. 

Reporting directly to the Chief Executive Officer, this executive role provides leadership over all U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) licensing activities, including regulatory strategy development, preparation of licensing applications, regulatory engagement, and coordination of licensing efforts across engineering, safety analysis, fuel, and plant design teams. 

The Vice President serves as the Company’s senior authority on U.S. nuclear regulatory matters, representing Terrestrial Energy with the NRC, federal agencies, industry organizations, project partners, and customers, and plays a central role in enabling successful IMSR licensing and deployment. 

Key Responsibilities 

Regulatory Strategy & Leadership 

Lead and execute the Company’s overall U.S. nuclear licensing and regulatory strategy for IMSR deployment

Serve as the primary executive interface with the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission

Develop licensing strategies under 10 CFR Part 50 and 10 CFR Part 52 regulatory frameworks

Lead regulatory strategy development for advanced reactor licensing and long‑term risk mitigation

Monitor regulatory trends and proactively adapt strategies to evolving NRC requirements and rulemaking 

Licensing Execution 

Direct preparation and submission of licensing applications, including Construction Permits, Combined License Applications (COLAs), and Early Site Permits (ESPs) 
Oversee preparation of Preliminary and Final Safety Analysis Reports (PSAR/FSAR) and related licensing documentation

Lead preparation, review, and submittal of licensing topical reports

Direct responses to NRC Requests for Additional Information (RAIs)

Maintain compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local nuclear safety regulations 

Cross Functional Coordination 

Coordinate regulatory workstreams across engineering, safety analysis, fuel, and plant design teams

Provide regulatory guidance on licensing implications of design changes and project decisions

Align regulatory strategy with Company commercial development objectives

Support customer project development and site-specific licensing strategies 

External Engagement & Representation 

Represent the Company in NRC meetings, technical exchanges, audits, and public licensing activities

Support development of regulatory content for project proposals and strategic initiatives

Work closely with the Vice President of Government Relations to align regulatory and policy efforts 

Engage with industry organizations, partners, and government programs supporting advanced nuclear deployment 

Organizational Leadership 

Lead and manage internal licensing teams, contractors, and external regulatory advisors

Develop and implement internal regulatory training programs

Build a disciplined, high‑performing regulatory organization capable of supporting multiple licensing programs 

Core Competencies

Advanced knowledge of U.S. nuclear licensing and regulatory frameworks

Strategic regulatory planning and execution 

Leadership of complex, multi‑year licensing programs 

Executive‑level communication and stakeholder engagement 

Critical thinking and regulatory problem solving 

Decision‑making under regulatory uncertainty 

Board and executive presentation capability 

Cross‑functional collaboration and organizational leadership 

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or science from an accredited university

Minimum 15 years of professional experience in nuclear licensing or regulatory affairs

Extensive direct interaction with the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission

In‑depth knowledge of 10 CFR Part 50 and Part 52 licensing frameworks

Demonstrated leadership of complex nuclear licensing programs

Experience managing licensing teams and coordinating multidisciplinary regulatory efforts

Strong technical understanding of nuclear reactor systems and safety analysis

Exceptional technical writing skills for regulatory submissions

Excellent interpersonal, communication, and leadership skills 

Preferred Experience

Advanced reactor or Generation IV reactor licensing

Familiarity with molten salt reactor technology

Participation in industry regulatory organizations (e.g., NEI) 

Experience supporting licensing of new nuclear plant deployments 

Engagement with U.S. Department of Energy nuclear programs

PMP certification

Risk management experience 

Additional Attributes

Ability to operate effectively at the executive leadership and Board level

Strong external engagement capability with regulators, customers, and partners

Ability to manage multiple complex licensing programs simultaneously

Strategic mindset aligned with corporate growth and commercialization objectives

Strong organizational discipline and attention to detail 

Benefits

Extended Healthcare Plan 

A vacation policy designed to support your work-life balance

EAP Programs available to you and your family

Wellness Subsidy 

Annual Performance Review

Paid Volunteer Days – A chance to give back!

Career development opportunities

Please submit a Resume and Cover Letter.

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the US without the need for sponsorship for employment visa status.

Terrestrial Energy requires that the successful candidate be able to access and use information subject to U.S. Export Control Laws, which mandate all citizenships (including dual citizenships) be from the U.S. Department of Energy’s List of Generally Authorized Countries (10 CFR Part 810 Appendix A and can be found here:

https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-10/chapter-III/part-810/appendix-Appendix%20A%20to%20Part%20810) unless a specific authorization from the U.S. Department of Energy is obtained or unless you are a U.S. citizen, U.S. national, U.S. permanent resident, or protected individual under the U.S. Immigration and Naturalization Act (8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)). Additional information can be found here: https://www.energy.gov/nnsa/10-cfr-part-810.

Terrestrial Energy Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any legally protected status or group.  We encourage applications from all qualified individuals. 

If you require accommodation during the application or interview process, please advise us as soon as possible so appropriate arrangements can be made. If you require technical support in a format that is accessible to you, please contact [email protected]