Chief Nuclear Engineering Division Director — Hybrid Leadership

Enercon Services, Inc.; Fort Worth (TX); Hybrid; USD 178,000 - 268,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work options

Job summary

Enercon Services, Inc. seeks a Nuclear Chief Engineering Division Director to lead our Nuclear Engineering organization’s technical analysis and governance functions, providing strategic direction across mechanical, structural, electrical, and fire protection disciplines for commercial and federal nuclear programs.

This hybrid role requires 3 days in a primary office and about 25–40% overnight travel to multiple U.S. offices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical, Civil/Structural, Electrical, Nuclear, or related Engineering discipline.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required; advanced technical certifications or graduate degree preferred.
• 25+ years of engineering experience in commercial nuclear power generation, design, analysis, licensing, modifications, or plant operations.
• 10+ years of progressive leadership experience managing large (100+) size engineering organizations, technical programs, or discipline-specific engineering teams.
• Experience serving in a Chief Engineer, Engineering Director, Engineering Senior Manager, or comparable senior technical leadership role.
• Demonstrated expertise across core engineering disciplines including Mechanical, Structural, Nuclear, Electrical or Controls with cross-discipline knowledge.
• Strong understanding of NRC regulatory requirements, nuclear QA programs, design control processes, and governance frameworks.
• Experience leading multidisciplinary engineering teams across multiple office locations and large projects.
• Proven ability to influence technical strategy, mentor senior talent, and drive organizational performance.
• Strong communication, presentation, and executive relationship skills.

Responsibilities

• Technical Leadership & Engineering Excellence: Provide strategic leadership and oversight for the Mechanical, Structural, Electrical, and Fire Protection Chief Analysis Teams.
• Engineering Governance & Operational Performance: Lead technical reviews, governance processes, and regulatory compliance initiatives.
• Client Engagement & Industry Leadership: Represent energy and nuclear programs to utilities, regulators, and industry groups; support business development.
• People Leadership & Talent Development: Mentor Chief Engineers and engineers across multiple locations; drive professional development.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration & Innovation: Partner with Directors and Operations to align standards and foster innovation.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Communication

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical, Civil/Structural, Electrical, Nuclear, or related Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Graduate degree preferred

Job description

Enercon Services, Inc. seeks a Nuclear Chief Engineering Division Director to lead our Nuclear Engineering organization’s technical analysis and governance functions, providing strategic direction across mechanical, structural, electrical, and fire protection disciplines for commercial and federal nuclear programs.

This hybrid role requires 3 days in a primary office and about 25–40% overnight travel to multiple U.S. offices.