Director, Nuclear Engineering & Project Delivery

X-energy; Rockville (MD); On-site; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

X-energy in Gaithersburg, MD is seeking a senior engineering leader to oversee project engineering across nuclear development programs from inception to deployment. You will direct engineering strategy, set standards, and lead teams to ensure technical excellence and regulatory compliance.

The role requires deep experience in nuclear engineering, leadership, and project management, with responsibilities spanning roadmaps, budgeting, and stakeholder engagement.

Qualifications

• B.S. degree in Engineering or related field.
• Typically 15+ years in nuclear engineering or related industry.
• Typically 5+ years in engineering leadership roles delivering complex technical projects.
• Typically 5+ years in an engineering project management role.
• Experience developing and maintaining engineering standards and quality processes.
• Strong understanding of nuclear regulatory requirements and licensing processes.

Responsibilities

• Oversee project engineering activities across all nuclear development projects from inception through deployment.
• 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 alignment with business objectives.
• Support budget and resource allocation planning and periodic status updates.
• Represent the company at industry panels, technical forums, and government engagements.
• Lead technical risk assessments and mitigation strategies for nuclear projects.
• Ensure compliance with nuclear quality assurance requirements and regulatory standards.

Skills

Engineering leadership

Project management

Regulatory compliance

Stakeholder engagement

Education

B.S. in Engineering

Job description

X-energy in Gaithersburg, MD is seeking a senior engineering leader to oversee project engineering across nuclear development programs from inception to deployment. You will direct engineering strategy, set standards, and lead teams to ensure technical excellence and regulatory compliance.

The role requires deep experience in nuclear engineering, leadership, and project management, with responsibilities spanning roadmaps, budgeting, and stakeholder engagement.