CareerPlan

Engineering Manager, Numenor (Reactor)

TorranceFull-time$180k–$255k2026-11-10 → 2026-11-11
Based in United StatesNo visa sponsorshipCitizens or permanent residents only

Core

Lead a team of engineers and designers to build and deliver mechanical systems for Valar's next-generation high-temperature nuclear reactor, from design through build and test.

Role type

Senior Engineering Manager (Hardware/Reactor Systems)

Builds

Mechanical systems for a high-temperature nuclear reactor (reactor core, helium systems, cooling, power conversion, plant modules)

Domain

Nuclear Energy / Advanced Manufacturing

Required skills

Mechanical engineering, team leadership, schedule and budget management, hardware delivery, vendor management, design reviews, shop floor collaboration

Preferred skills

High-temperature/high-pressure systems, first-of-a-kind hardware delivery, helium/gas systems, ASME codes, design for manufacture, nuclear industry experience, PE license

Technologies

ASME codes, helium systems, pressure vessels, heat exchangers, piping

Responsibilities

Hire, onboard, and mentor engineers; manage scope, schedule, and budget; own delivery from design through IFC, build, and test; drive interface closure with systems engineering and plant model; coordinate with procurement, supply chain, licensing, quality, safety, and manufacturing

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC manager