Nuclear Startup Readiness Director

Westinghouse Electric Company; Hopkins (SC); On-site; USD 144,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Medical benefits

401(k) with Company Match

Flexible Work Arrangements

Educational Reimbursement

Job summary

Westinghouse Electric Company seeks a Director of Operational Readiness to provide strategic leadership for transitioning a new nuclear fuel fabrication facility from construction to safe, compliant commercial operation. You will align site operations, HR, and corporate functions to ensure systems, processes, and personnel are prepared for startup.

You will establish readiness strategy, governance, and metrics while addressing risks affecting startup, nuclear safety, quality, and performance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Operations Management, or related technical field.
• 10+ years of progressive leadership experience in operational readiness or related functions.
• Experience leading cross-functional teams in regulated industries.
• Experience supporting major capital projects, facility commissioning, or startup activities.

Responsibilities

• Develop and lead the site's Operational Readiness Plan with milestones and governance.
• Direct readiness assessments, management reviews, risk evaluations, and startup recommendations.
• Act as primary liaison with project leadership during commissioning and startup planning.
• Lead the transition of facility ownership from project to operations.

Skills

Leadership experience

Cross-functional teams

Regulatory compliance

Startup programs

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Operations

Advanced degree (preferred)

Job description

Westinghouse Electric Company seeks a Director of Operational Readiness to provide strategic leadership for transitioning a new nuclear fuel fabrication facility from construction to safe, compliant commercial operation. You will align site operations, HR, and corporate functions to ensure systems, processes, and personnel are prepared for startup.

You will establish readiness strategy, governance, and metrics while addressing risks affecting startup, nuclear safety, quality, and performance.