Principal Equipment Supply Manager

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

📋 Description

• Deliver strategic leadership and executive oversight for the planning, procurement, fabrication, delivery, testing, commissioning, and close-out of essential equipment packages that support Natrium projects.

• Act as the primary authority and accountable individual for intricate equipment scopes encompassing engineering, supply chain, licensing, quality, construction, commissioning, and project controls.

• Develop delivery strategies, supplier engagement models, governance frameworks, and plans for risk mitigation.

• Oversee the strategic planning, execution, and delivery of critical equipment packages.

• Manage the performance of equipment scope in relation to cost, schedule, quality, and technical specifications.

• Foster cross-functional alignment among engineering, procurement, quality, licensing, fabrication, construction, commissioning, and project controls.

• Direct supplier engagement, sourcing, and performance management for vital equipment programs.

• Identify, evaluate, and mitigate risks impacting equipment delivery, manufacturing readiness, testing, and project execution.

• Establish governance, reporting, and escalation frameworks; lead recovery planning when delivery performance strays from expectations.

• Offer executive-level communication and recommendations regarding delivery status, risks, opportunities, and strategies for mitigation.

• Cultivate long-term relationships with suppliers and enhance manufacturing capabilities for advanced nuclear technologies.

• Ensure adherence to nuclear quality assurance standards, regulatory commitments, and relevant industry codes and standards.

• Assist with equipment installation, turnover, startup, commissioning, and project closeout.

• Mentor and influence project teams while contributing to best practices, continuous improvement, and the development of future delivery leaders.

⛳️ Requirements

• A Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related technical field is required.

• A minimum of 15+ years of experience in project delivery, engineering, supply chain, construction, manufacturing, or large-scale capital project execution.

• At least 8+ years of experience leading complex equipment programs, major procurements, or integrated project teams.

• Proven success in delivering large capital projects within heavily regulated industries such as nuclear, energy, aerospace, defense, petrochemical, or industrial manufacturing.

• Recognized expertise in equipment delivery strategy, supplier management, and project execution.

• Strong knowledge of nuclear quality assurance programs and relevant industry standards, including ASME BPVC, ASME QME-1, NQA-1, IEEE standards, and regulatory requirements.

• Demonstrated ability to influence executive stakeholders and drive organizational alignment without having direct authority.

• Strong commercial acumen and experience in negotiating complex supplier agreements.

• Proficient in Primavera P6, Jira, and project controls methodologies.

• Exceptional skills in leadership, communication, negotiation, and conflict resolution.

• Proven capability to perform effectively in fast-paced, high-visibility environments characterized by significant ambiguity and change.

• Ability to safely lift weights of up to 25 pounds.

• Willingness to travel 20-50% or more.

• TerraPower's export-control review requirements may apply to foreign nationals; applicants might need to disclose U.S. citizenship, nationality, asylee, refugee, or lawful permanent resident status.

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive Compensation.

• Salary includes eligibility for discretionary short-term incentive payments.

• Comprehensive Medical and Wellness Benefits.

• Medical.

• Vision.

• Dental.

• Life and Disability.

• Gender Affirmation Benefits.

• Parental Leave.

• 401k Plan.

• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO), with 21 days of annually accrued PTO.

• Generous Holiday Schedule with 10 paid holidays.

• Relocation Assistance.

• Opportunities for Professional and Educational Support.