Sr. Human Factors Engineer

Holtec International and its subsidiary companies are designing an unfailingly safe and secure source of clean energy using nuclear fission called the SMR-300 small modular reactor. The position is offered by SMR LLC, a member of the Holtec International family—a global turnkey supplier of equipment and systems for the nuclear, solar, geothermal, and fossil power generation sectors of the energy industry. Come join a growing multidisciplinary team of designers and engineers working on the next-generation nuclear power plant. 

Location(s): Camden, NJ or Cover, MI

Primary responsibilities:

• Develop and implement Human Factors Engineering (HFE) activities in support of new nuclear plant design, development, and licensing.
• Derive, manage, and maintain HFE requirements in alignment with applicable nuclear regulatory guidance and industry standards.
• Conduct task analysis and human error analysis to support safety and licensing activities, staffing strategies, identification and evaluation of Important Human Actions (IHAs), and human-system integration.
• Support the design and review of Human-System Interfaces (HSIs), including control rooms, digital systems, local control stations and panels.
• Participate in multidisciplinary design and maintenance reviews to ensure HFE requirements, including maintainability and lifecycle considerations, are effectively integrated across plant systems.
• Plan and execute HFE Verification and Validation (V&V), including Integrated System Validation (ISV).
• Prepare HFE assessments and licensing documentation to demonstrate regulatory compliance.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams and present technical findings to internal stakeholders and nuclear regulators.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Factors Engineering, Ergonomics, or a related engineering, psychology, or human-centered design discipline from an ABET-accredited college or university.
• 10–15 years of relevant Human Factors Engineering experience in nuclear or other regulated safety-critical industries (e.g., aerospace, defense).
• Proven experience performing task analysis, human error analysis, and Human Reliability Analysis (HRA).
• Proven experience informing Human-System Interface (HSI) design, procedure development, and implementing Human Factors verification and validation (V&V) activities.
• Proven experience aligning Human Factors with applicable nuclear regulatory guidance and industry standards.
• Authors, reviews, and approves key Human Factors technical documents, methodologies, and licensing submittals.
• Communicates persuasively and effectively across all levels of the organization, with clients and regulators.
• Demonstrates exceptional judgement in complex technical, regulatory, and project decision-making.
• Proven experience working in multidisciplinary teams, ensuring integration of Human Factors requirements across plant design, safety analysis, and licensing activities.
• Mentors and develops junior and mid-level engineers, fostering technical growth and knowledge transfer.
• Proven experience demonstrating strong planning, prioritization, and organizational skills, ensuring accountability for results. 

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree, Ph.D., or equivalent recognized technical expertise.
• Extensive Human Factors experience in the nuclear industry.
• Experience integrating Human Factors into Integrated System Validation (ISV), control room design, or digital HSI implementation programs.
• Direct experience supporting regulatory interactions, including preparation of formal responses and participation in regulatory meetings.
• Familiarity with applicable nuclear regulations, regulatory guidance, and industry standards. 

A Generation Ahead by Design™
Investing in people who power the future.

We believe great work deserves great rewards. Our benefits go beyond the basics, reflecting our commitment to supporting your whole self…your health, your future, and your career growth. This includes:

Compensation:

• Annual compensation based on skills and experience ranging from $130,000.00-$150,000.00
• Additional compensation earned through incentive structure

Benefits:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Paid time off and 11 Paid Holidays
• Company-paid life and AD&D insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness resources and voluntary benefits
• Training and educational assistance

If you’re driven to solve meaningful challenges and make a lasting impact, we invite you to build your career at Holtec—a generation ahead by design™.