Construction Project Engineer (Process & Mechanical)

X-energy; Oak Ridge (TN); On-site; USD 110,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K plan with employer match

Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

X-energy is seeking a Construction Project Engineer III to lead the construction of a nuclear fuel fabrication facility. This role requires a seasoned professional with at least 5 years of experience in heavy industrial or nuclear construction, overseeing all aspects of project execution to ensure regulatory compliance and safety.

Located in Oak Ridge, TN, the position offers a competitive salary range of $110,000 - $130,000 along with a comprehensive benefits package including 401K, medical, and tuition reimbursement.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in heavy construction or nuclear engineering.
• Experience in mechanical equipment installation, process systems, piping, HVAC is preferred.
• Familiarity with nuclear facility requirements, DOE orders and NRC standards is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Interpret design drawings and translate into Construction Work Packages.
• Ensure compliance with Health, Safety, and Environmental guidelines.
• Oversee material inspection and storage.

Skills

Strong communication

Risk management

Ability to interpret complex engineering plans

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Engineering, Civil, Mechanical, Nuclear, or Chemical Engineering

Tools

P6 or equivalent schedule software

AutoCAD or equivalent CAD software

MS Office Suite

Job description

X-energy LLC conducts a thorough recruiting process and will never issue offers without interview to discuss qualifications and responsibilities. All applications will be submitted via our company career page, www.x-energy.com/careers/. X-energy will never ask you to provide payment information as part of the recruiting process. If anyone claiming to represent X-energy directs you in a manner otherwise, please contact us at www.x-energy.com/contact-us.

Job Description

Lead Complex Nuclear Facility Construction

TRISO-X is a first‑of‑its‑kind nuclear fuel fabrication facility which will be manufacturing TRISO coated‑particle fuel. The Construction Project Engineer III is a technical leader responsible for executing the full lifecycle of nuclear facility construction projects—translating design intent into built reality while ensuring safety, quality, and regulatory compliance at every stage. This role will bridge the gap between process / mechanical design and physical construction, working with project managers, multidisciplinary teams, superintendents, schedules, budgets, and compliance with strict regulatory safety standards. The position requires expertise in heavy industrial facilities, process systems, mechanical equipment installation, piping, HVAC, and related plant systems.

This is a high‑impact technical position requiring both strategic project thinking and deep hands‑on expertise in nuclear or heavy industrial construction environments.

Job Profile Tasks/Responsibilities

• Engineering Coordination: Interpret design drawings and specifications, translating engineering deliverables into actionable Construction Work Packages (CWPs) for field personnel.
• Safety & Compliance: Ensure all field activities strictly adhere to Health, Safety, and Environmental (HS&E) guidelines, regulatory codes, and quality assurance plans.
• Material & Quantity Control: Oversee the receipt, inspection, and storage of field‑procured materials. Track weekly construction quantities and validate progress against the project budget.
• Issue Resolution: Manage non‑conformance reports (NCRs) and field changes, performing trend analyses to mitigate risks that could impact schedules or costs.
• Cross‑Functional Collaboration: Act as the technical liaison between superintendents, external design consultants, project controls, and the client.
• System Turnover: Coordinate with the Startup team to smoothly transition completed systems from construction into operational handover.
• Assist with growing and developing junior team members.
• Additional tasks as delegated by the Project Manager / Director.
• Maintain professional demeanor and behavior at all times in all forms of communication.
• Perform other duties as assigned by manager.

Job Profile Minimum Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Engineering, Civil, Mechanical, Nuclear, or Chemical Engineering.
• Experience: Typically, 5+ years of experience in heavy construction or nuclear engineering.
• Experience in mechanical equipment installation, process systems, piping, HVAC in industrial or nuclear environments, strongly preferred.
• Industry Knowledge: Deep familiarity with nuclear facility requirements beneficial, Department of Energy (DOE) orders, the Nuclear Regulatory Committee (NRC), or commercial nuclear standards.
• Understanding of ASME B31.1, ASME Section III, and mechanical code requirements.
• Skills: Strong communication, risk management, and the ability to interpret complex engineering plans and specifications.
• Ability to travel and relocate as needed.
• Highly motivated, with a demonstrated passion for excellence and taking initiative.
• Strong work ethic, willing to do what it takes to get the job done right the first time.
• Demonstrated commitment to ethics and integrity.
• Passion for safety, with the ability to help us ensure that nobody gets hurt.
• Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Experience with P6 or equivalent schedule software preferred.
• Experience with AutoCAD or equivalent CAD software preferred.
• Strong proficiency in use of MS suite.
• Strong organization, time management, and attention to detail.
• Ability to meet physical demands: work on an active construction site, may work in rough or uneven terrain; frequent walking, standing, and sitting; occasional climbing, bending or crouching; occasional lifting up to 25 pounds.

Location

151 Lafayette Drive, Suite 300, Oak Ridge, TN

Work Site Expectations

5 days a week in office

Travel

10%

Hours

8:00am-5:00pm, Mon-Fri

Compensation

As required by Maryland and other applicable state law, X Energy, LLC lists the expected compensation range for a publicly advertised job opportunity based upon the job requirements. Individual candidates who meet the job requirements will be offered a salary within this range based on education, training, experience, and other qualifications. Salary ranges may vary by office location and region. Compensation ranges listed for US postings reflect base salary only and do not include benefits or other incentives.

Salary Range

$110,000 - $130,000

Position Job Classification

Full time - Exempt

Benefits

X Energy, LLC offers a robust benefits package that includes a 401K plan with an employer match, Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance, Life and Disability Insurance, Paid Time Off, and a Tuition Reimbursement/Professional Development policy that supports continuing education of employees.

Equal Opportunity Employer

An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

E-Verify Participation

X Energy, LLC participates in E-Verify. If you have the right to work, don’t let anyone take it away. E-Verify Participation Poster English and Spanish.