Senior Engineering Manager, Nuclear
Core
Technical leader for multidisciplinary engineering organizations responsible for the safe, compliant, and efficient delivery of major nuclear energy projects, including Advanced Modular Reactors (AMR), Small Modular Reactors (SMR), and next-generation nuclear technologies.
Role type
Senior Engineering Manager (Nuclear)
Builds
Major nuclear energy projects (AMR, SMR, Generation IV) from feasibility through commissioning and startup
Domain
Nuclear power / Energy transition
Required skills
Nuclear power industry leadership, AMR/SMR/Gen IV reactor technologies, EPC execution models, large-scale capital project management, first-of-a-kind (FOAK) project leadership, regulatory compliance (NRC, IAEA, ASME), multidisciplinary team management, safety culture (defense-in-depth), systems engineering, project governance, risk mitigation, technical interface management
Preferred skills
Professional Engineer (PE) license, MS or MBA, international vendor management, digital engineering tools (3D modeling, document control), AFE development, cost control, Primavera P6 or MS Project scheduling
Technologies
Primavera P6, MS Project, 3D modeling tools, document control platforms
Responsibilities
Lead and provide technical direction to multidisciplinary engineering teams; Serve as Engineering Manager and Design Authority for major nuclear projects; Establish and oversee engineering execution strategies and governance processes; Direct engineering activities from feasibility through startup; Manage engineering interfaces with clients, suppliers, utilities, and regulators; Develop and manage engineering staffing plans and succession strategies; Oversee engineering budgets, schedules, and technical risks; Champion nuclear safety culture and defense-in-depth principles; Ensure compliance with nuclear codes and regulations; Lead design reviews, HAZOPs, and readiness assessments; Support nuclear licensing strategies and regulatory engagements; Present technical solutions and risk assessments to executive leadership; Drive continuous improvement and mentor engineering personnel
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with significant leadership responsibilities