Mechanical Engineering Manager – Energy

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

📋 Description

• Oversee the design and development of mechanical systems for projects related to small modular reactors and nuclear fuel cycle facilities.

• Lead and mentor a team of mechanical engineers in the design of systems, structures, and components for significant small modular reactor, fuel fabrication, and fuel recycling facilities.

• Manage the performance of staff members.

• Make independent decisions and address critical issues related to the design and development of small modular reactors.

• Collaborate with senior technical managers, program managers, and various management levels across the organization.

• Assess staffing requirements, identify gaps, and explore recruitment opportunities.

• Source, evaluate, and onboard suitable candidates for key positions.

• Convey complex concepts, anticipate potential objections, and influence decision-makers at senior levels.

• Undertake additional responsibilities as assigned.

⛳️ Requirements

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

• At least fifteen years of experience following graduation.

• A minimum of five years in a managerial role overseeing individuals or teams.

• Excellent communication skills in a challenging, multi-layered environment.

• Strong organizational abilities.

• Capability to promote and achieve alignment of goals among participants with varying interests.

• In-depth knowledge of essential design standards and licensing requirements for commercial nuclear facilities is required.

• Senior design professional experience on commercial nuclear reactor projects.

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

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

🏝️ Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.

• Company-paid life insurance.

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

• Employer-matched 401(k) with full vesting.

• Employee stock purchase plan.

• Paid Time Off.

• Options for leaves of absence.

• Flexible work arrangements.

• Programs for employee recognition and satisfaction.

• Employee assistance program.

• Optional benefits.

• Reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.