Department Manager, BWR Fuel Mechanical Engineering

Framatome North America; Richland (WA); On-site; USD 146,000 - 199,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Wellness

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Education reimbursement

Professional development opportunities

Parental leave

Job summary

Framatome North America in Richland, WA seeks a senior engineering leader to direct fuel product design, testing, and manufacturing support. You will shape the department strategy, manage budgets, and ensure safety and regulatory compliance across critical projects supporting U.S. nuclear fleets.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Engineering and 10+ years of related experience, with strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills. This position is on-site in Richland, WA.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (or related field)
• Minimum of 10 years of related experience
• Advanced knowledge of engineering standards and criteria
• Excellent communication with all levels of staff and customers
• Ability to lead and collaborate in a team environment
• Strong problem identification and resolution skills
• Demonstrated leadership to manage multiple tasks and projects
• Proficiency with specialized software tools and programming languages as required

Responsibilities

• Plan and direct timely execution of fuel product design, manufacturing support, configuration management, mechanical analysis, codes & methods development, and design verification testing.
• Develop department budget and manage cost centers.
• Arbitrate resource allocation issues.
• Ensure compliance with Fuel Business Unit strategies and objectives.
• Maintain and execute a training and workforce development plan for the department.
• Ensure projects and processes comply with policies, objectives and customer standards.
• Develop and administer engineering standards and procedures for the department.
• Provide goals, objectives and performance standards for team members.
• Develop new or adapted products, methods, systems or models to provide value for customers.
• Research and apply best practices to improve department performance.

Skills

Engineering Leadership

Budget Management

Communication Skills

Analytical Thinking

Problem Solving

Team Leadership

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Tools

Programming Languages

Engineering Software

Job description

As the need for nuclear energy grows, the future couldn't be brighter. Join our vital mission to create lasting solutions for our planet's greatest challenges. In this role, you are ready to shape the future of clean energy and make a long-lasting global impact. With us, anticipate engaging and challenging projects that deliver innovative solutions and value-added technologies helping power more than 38 million North American homes.

What You'll Do Day-To-Day

• Planning and directing the timely execution of fuel product design, manufacturing support, configuration management, mechanical analysis, mechanical codes & methods development, and product design verification testing.
• Developing department budget and managing associated cost centers.
• Arbitrating resource allocation issues.
• Ensuring application of Fuel Business Unit strategies and objectives.
• Maintaining and executing a training and workforce development plan for the department.
• Ensuring projects, initiatives, and processes comply with established policies, objectives, and customer standards.
• Developing and administering organization engineering standards and procedures for the department.
• Providing goals, objectives, and standards of performance for assigned team members.
• Developing new or adapted products, methods, systems, or models to provide added value solutions to customers.
• Researching and assessing best practices to make continuous improvement in department performance.

What You'll Bring

• Bachelors Degree in Engineering. Dependent on the position, degrees in Physics, Engineering Technology and Engineering Science may also be accepted.
• Minimum of 10 years of related experience.
• Advanced knowledge of related engineering standards, techniques and criteria.
• Excellent communication skills with ability to work effectively with all levels of staff, management and customers as required.
• Ability to develop and maintain good interpersonal relationships; work collaboratively within a team environment.
• Advanced problem identification and problem resolution skills.
• Demonstrated leadership ability to manage multiple tasks and projects through subordinates.
• Strong analytical ability and problem identification/problem resolution skills.
• Advanced proficiency with specialized software tools and programming languages as required by the role.

Total Rewards Package

• Salary: $146,000 - 199,000 and may also include annual incentives and performance bonuses. The base salary range is a guideline. Individual total compensation will vary based on factors such as qualifications, skill level, competencies and work location.
• Health & Wellness: Multiple medical plan options, dental & vision coverage, life insurance, long- and short-term disability, and optional supplemental plans (critical illness, accident, hospital indemnity, dependent life).
• Retirement: 401(k) with employer match.
• Paid Time Off: Up to 3 weeks of vacation, 8 sick days, and 13 paid holidays annually.
• Extra Perks: Lifestyle spending account, employer paid mental health support, education reimbursement, professional development opportunities, adoption assistance, parental leave, and employee assistance programs.

About Framatome

Framatome has been shaping the future of nuclear energy in the U.S. for more than 60 years. Framatome Inc. is headquartered in Lynchburg, Virginia, with more than 2,400+ employees across North America supporting nearly every nuclear plant in the nation.

From our facilities in Virginia, Washington, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, Massachusetts and beyond, we deliver outage services, advanced nuclear fuel technologies, and next-gen reactor innovations that keep the lights on.

• Solve complex nuclear challenges that directly impact the climate.
• Build your career through technical fellowships, leadership roles, and global opportunities.
• Do your best work in a culture that values safety, innovation, and well-being.

Framatome is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities.

Offers are contingent on background check and drug screen (where applicable). Positions may involve access to information subject to U.S. export control regulations; applicants must meet eligibility requirements (see DOE 810 Appendix A ).