Director, Engineering

X-energy; Rockville (MD); On-site; USD 214,000 - 243,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with employer match

Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance

Life and Disability Insurance

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement/Professional De​

Job summary

X Energy, LLC in Gaithersburg, Maryland is seeking a senior engineering leader to oversee project engineering across nuclear development projects from inception through deployment.

You will lead strategy, establish engineering standards and quality procedures, and ensure regulatory compliance while aligning technical work with business objectives.

The role includes mentoring engineers, coordinating resources and schedules, and reporting KPIs to drive high performance and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• B.S. degree in Engineering or related technical field.
• Typically, fifteen years of experience in nuclear engineering or related industry experience.
• Typically, five years in engineering leadership roles with demonstrated success delivering complex technical projects.
• Typically, five plus years in an engineering project management role is required.
• Experience in developing and maintaining engineering standards and quality processes.
• Strong understanding of nuclear regulatory requirements and licensing processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead engineering strategy development and oversight for project engineering activities across all nuclear technology development projects.
• Establish and implement engineering standards, processes, and quality procedures to support design and development activities.
• Develop technology roadmaps and maturation plans to support deployment of nuclear technologies from inception through operation.
• Direct and manage engineering teams.
• Coordinate engineering resources, processes, tools, and training across nuclear product development efforts.
• Interface with project execution teams to ensure technical alignment with business objectives.
• Support budget and resource allocation planning and periodic status updates.
• Support implementation of engineering tools and digital technologies to enhance operational efficiency.
• Represent the company at industry panels, technical forums, and government engagements.
• Collaborate with Business Development and Government Affairs to support engagement with government and industry stakeholders.
• Provide engineering oversight for the development and deployment of advanced nuclear technologies.
• Set overarching Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for direct reports and their teams, maintaining and reporting on key engineering metrics.
• Perform engineering design reviews and propose solutions to complex technical problems.
• Lead technical risk assessments and mitigation strategies for nuclear projects.
• Ensure compliance with nuclear quality assurance requirements and regulatory standards.
• Ensure engineering teams maintain appropriate velocity, removing obstacles and maintaining high-quality outputs.
• Mentor early career engineers and develop engineering staff to build high-performing teams.
• Maintain professional demeanor and behavior at all times in all forms of communication.
• Perform other duties as necessary.

Skills

Engineering leadership

Nuclear engineering

Project management

Quality standards

Regulatory knowledge

Education

B.S. in Engineering

Job description

Job Description

This position is responsible for overseeing project engineering activities across all nuclear development projects from inception through deployment. The position directs engineering project integration activities which support the success of new nuclear plant projects. This role combines strategic planning with operational oversight to ensure technical excellence, regulatory compliance, and alignment with business objectives.

Job Profile Tasks/Responsibilities

• Lead engineering strategy development and oversight for project engineering activities across all nuclear technology development projects.
• Establish and implement engineering standards, processes, and quality procedures to support design and development activities.
• Develop technology roadmaps and maturation plans to support deployment of nuclear technologies from inception through operation.
• Direct and manage engineering teams.
• Coordinate engineering resources, processes, tools, and training across nuclear product development efforts.
• Interface with project execution teams to ensure technical alignment with business objectives.
• Support budget and resource allocation planning and periodic status updates.
• Support implementation of engineering tools and digital technologies to enhance operational efficiency.
• Represent the company at industry panels, technical forums, and government engagements.
• Collaborate with Business Development and Government Affairs to support engagement with government and industry stakeholders.
• Provide engineering oversight for the development and deployment of advanced nuclear technologies.
• Set overarching Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for direct reports and their teams, maintaining and reporting on key engineering metrics.
• Perform engineering design reviews and propose solutions to complex technical problems.
• Lead technical risk assessments and mitigation strategies for nuclear projects.
• Ensure compliance with nuclear quality assurance requirements and regulatory standards.
• Ensure engineering teams maintain appropriate velocity, removing obstacles and maintaining high-quality outputs.
• Mentor early career engineers and develop engineering staff to build high-performing teams.
• Maintain professional demeanor and behavior at all times in all forms of communication.
• Perform other duties as necessary.

Job Profile Minimum Qualifications

• A B.S. degree in Engineering or related technical field is required.
• Typically, fifteen years of experience in nuclear engineering or related industry experience.
• Typically, five years in engineering leadership roles with demonstrated success delivering complex technical projects.
• Typically, five plus years in an engineering project management role is required.
• Experience in developing and maintaining engineering standards and quality processes.
• Strong understanding of nuclear regulatory requirements and licensing processes.

Location: 9801 Washingtonian Boulevard, Gaithersburg, Maryland

Work Site Expectations: 4 days in office

Travel Expectations: Up to 10%

Hours: Standard office hours are 8:00am - 5:00pm ET, Monday – Friday

Compensation

As required by Maryland and other applicable state law, X Energy, LLC (X-energy) lists the expected compensation range for a publicly advertised job opportunity based upon the job requirements (e.g. education/training, experience, skill sets, etc.). Individual candidates who meet the job requirements for the posted position will be offered a salary within this range based on their respective levels of education/training, experience, and other qualifications unique to them. Salary ranges may vary based on the specific office location and region referenced in the posting to take into consideration differences in cost of living and may not be reflective of all regions. Please note that compensation ranges listed for US job postings reflect base salary only and do not include benefits or other incentives.

Offers within the posted salary range are commensurate with the individual’s qualifications for the position, along with a view on internal equity, market data, and room for growth. The salary range for this position is:

$213,7500-$242,500

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 the continuing education of our 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.

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