Mechanical Engineering Manager – Energy

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Tennessee.

📋 Description

• Oversees the design and development of mechanical systems for small modular reactor and nuclear fuel cycle facility initiatives.

• Directs and manages a team of mechanical engineers responsible for designing systems, structures, and components for major small modular reactor, fuel fabrication, and fuel recycling facilities.

• Evaluates staff performance.

• Operates under general administrative guidance.

• Makes independent decisions and addresses significant issues regarding the design and development of the small modular reactor.

• Collaborates with senior technical managers, program managers, and all management levels within the organization.

• Assesses staffing requirements, identifies gaps, and seeks opportunities for recruiting necessary personnel.

• Identifies, evaluates, recruits, and trains qualified candidates to fill essential positions.

• Articulates complex concepts, anticipates possible objections, and influences others, often at senior levels, to consider alternative perspectives.

• Performs additional duties as assigned.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in an Engineering discipline.

• At least fifteen years of experience post-baccalaureate.

• A minimum of five years of experience in managing individuals or teams.

• Excellent communication skills in a complex, multi-tiered environment.

• Strong organizational capabilities.

• Ability to facilitate and achieve alignment of goals among participants with varying interests.

• Required knowledge of key design standards and licensing requirements for commercial nuclear facilities.

• Professional Engineering (PE) License preferred, with the capability to obtain licensure in multiple jurisdictions.

• Senior design professional experience on Commercial nuclear reactor projects.

• Experience with Nuclear Steam Supply System (NSSS) Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM).

• Must be a U.S. citizen to be considered.

🏝️ Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.

• Company-paid life insurance and short- and long-term disability benefits.

• Employer-matched 401(k) with 100% vesting.

• Employee stock purchase plan.

• Paid Time Off.

• Options for leaves of absence.

• Flexible work arrangements.

• Recognition and employee satisfaction initiatives.

• Employee assistance program.

• Voluntary benefits.