Jensen Hughes
Cary, North Carolina, United States; Columbia, Maryland, United States; Fairfax, Virginia, United States; Rockville, Maryland, United States; West Chester, Pennsylvania

PRA and PSA Engineer

Remote$80,000 – $160,000/yrPosted Nov 4, 2025WebsiteLinkedIn

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About this role

Company Overview

Throughout our worldwide network of experts, clients and communities, we are renowned for our leadership in fire protection engineering – a legacy of responsibility we have proudly upheld since 1939. Today, our expertise extends broadly across closely related security and risk-based fields – from accessibility consulting and risk analysis to process safety, forensic investigations, security risk consulting, emergency management, digital innovation and more.

Our engineers and consultants collaborate to solve complex safety and security challenges, ensuring our clients can protect what matters most. For over 80 years, we have helped mitigate risks that threaten lives, property and reputations. Through technology, expertise and industry-leading research, we remain dedicated to our purpose of making our world safe, secure and resilient.

At Jensen Hughes, we believe that creating and sustaining a culture of trust, integrity and professional growth starts with putting our people first. Our employees are our greatest strength, and we value the unique perspectives and talents they bring to our organization.

Our wide range of Global Employee Networks connect people from across the organization, supporting career development and providing forums for individuals to share experiences on topics they're passionate about. Together, we are cultivating a connected culture where everyone has the opportunity to learn, grow and succeed together.

Job Overview

Jensen Hughes is seeking entry-level to senior-level Engineers with experience in Probabilistic Risk Assessment (PRA) and Probabilistic Safety Assessment (PSA) or Advanced Nuclear or licensing experience related to risk-based methods. In this role, you’ll partner with global leaders in the nuclear industry on projects that directly influence risk and reliability, plant safety, regulatory decision-making, and next-generation PRA techniques. Those who have adjacent experience to nuclear industry risk-based work are encouraged to apply.

Our PRA team is based in West Chester, PA, but we know top talent isn’t confined by geography. Remote work is available for qualified candidates.

If you’re looking to deepen your expertise, contribute to meaningful projects, and grow in a collaborative environment, this is the place for you.

Responsibilities

You’ll have opportunities to contribute across a variety of areas, such as:

  • PRA Modeling & Analysis – developing and enhancing PRA models for internal events, fire, seismic, and external hazards
  • Risk-Informed Applications – supporting licensing and regulatory strategies that impact plant operations (e.g., RICT, 50.69, ILRT extensions)
  • Tools & Innovation – applying online risk tools and exploring advanced methods, including optimization approaches
  • Human Reliability & Accident Analysis – conducting HRA and evaluating severe accident scenarios
  • Advanced Nuclear – supporting regulatory and risk initiatives for next-generation nuclear (e.g., NEI 18-04, LMP, ESP and siting)
  • Client & Regulatory Support – providing consulting expertise, preparing regulatory submittals, and delivering solutions that improve safety and efficiency

(You don’t need to check every box. Experience in one or more PRA domains is a great foundation, and we’ll help you grow into new areas.)

Core Responsibilities

  • Conduct PRA analyses, calculations, and risk-informed engineering evaluations
  • Collaborate with colleagues and clients to deliver practical, innovative solutions
  • Communicate technical findings clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
  • Mentor and support early-career engineers through knowledge-sharing and guidance
  • Advise and interpret new and advanced nuclear regulations, methods, and approaches to support industry (e.g., NEI) and advanced nuclear vendor needs
  • Contribute to business growth by building relationships and identifying opportunities