Nuclear Construction Lead Engineer

GEM Technologies, Inc.; Oak Ridge (AL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

GEM Technologies, Inc. seeks a Construction Engineer / Manager in Oak Ridge, TN to lead construction engineering and field execution for nuclear-related facility projects.

The role requires an active or recent DOE Q clearance and involves coordinating with design, operations, EPC contractors, and site leadership to deliver safe, compliant installations. You will translate designs into executable work packages, manage QA/QC, and guide multi‑discipline activities across civil, mechanical, piping,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field; 5+ years of construction/field engineering experience in industrial facilities.
• Citizenship: U.S. citizen due to federal nature of work.
• Active or recently active DOE “Q” Clearance or DoD “Top Secret” Clearance required.
• Experience leading multi‑discipline construction activities and field execution.
• Hands‑on experience developing construction work packages, QA/QC inspections, and turnover.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate construction engineering and field execution for facility modifications, upgrades, and new installations.
• Interface between Design Engineering, Operations, Project Management, EPC contractors, and site leadership.
• Mentor construction engineers and field personnel; provide technical direction.

Skills

Leadership

Construction engineering

Field execution

Safety culture

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Tools

DOE/NRC standards

Industrial safety protocols

Job description

GEM Technologies, Inc. seeks a Construction Engineer / Manager in Oak Ridge, TN to lead construction engineering and field execution for nuclear-related facility projects.

The role requires an active or recent DOE Q clearance and involves coordinating with design, operations, EPC contractors, and site leadership to deliver safe, compliant installations. You will translate designs into executable work packages, manage QA/QC, and guide multi‑discipline activities across civil, mechanical, piping,