Principal Technical Professional

AtkinsRéalis; Edison (NJ); On-site; USD 138,000 - 183,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Employer-matching 401(k) with vesting

Employee stock purchase plan

Paid Time Off

Flexible work options

Job summary

AtkinsRéalis in Edison, NJ seeks a Principal Technical Professional to provide technical direction across the company within their field of expertise. The role establishes project criteria, guides project managers, participates in QA reviews and designs complex research programs.

With a preference for candidates holding a Ph.D. and 20+ years of experience, the position emphasizes standards, training, and coordination with management on staffing and development of in-house programs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in appropriate discipline; Ph.D. preferred.
• 20+ years of experience since Bachelor's degree or 18+ years since Master's; typical incumbent has 20–25 years of experience.
• Strong persuasive ability, technical writing and communications skills.

Responsibilities

• Provides technical direction throughout the company within field of expertise.
• Establishes technical criteria on projects related to field of expertise and provides input/direction to project managers and team members.
• Participates in technical quality assurance reviews.
• Designs and directs complex research efforts within area of expertise.
• Assists management in conducting project review audits involving specialty discipline.
• Establishes and disseminates firmwide professional standards, guidelines and procedures, including computer utilization criteria, investigation and design procedures, and technical quality assurance review guidelines for application to project production.
• Coordinates with operating managers to identify staffing needs and assists in recruitment of qualified candidates.

Skills

Persuasive ability

Technical writing

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree; Ph.D. preferred

Job description

Overview

We are seeking Principal Technical Professional to join our team in Edison, NJ

Your role

• Provides technical direction throughout the company within field of expertise.
• Establishes technical criteria on projects related to field of expertise and provides technical input/direction to project managers and team members.
• Participates in technical quality assurance reviews.
• Designs and directs complex research efforts within area of expertise.
• Assists management in conducting project review audits involving specialty discipline.
• Establishes and disseminates, reviews and updates firmwide professional standards, guidelines and procedures, including computer utilization criteria, investigation and design procedures, and technical quality assurance review guidelines for application to project production. Monitors utilization and compliance by technical staff relative to these standards, documents, guidelines and procedures.
• Participates in the development and implementation of in-house technical development programs and coordinates with operating managers to selectively involve appropriate engineering staff in these in-house programs as well as in outside technical development opportunities (conferences, seminars, student coursework, etc.)
• Coordinates with operational managers to identify staffing needs, deficiencies and opportunities for recruitment in technical specialty area. Assists in the identification, screening, recruitment and orientation of qualified candidates to fill key vacancies within specialty field.
• Performs such other duties as the supervisor may from time to time deem necessary.

About you

• Bachelor'S or Master's degree in appropriate discipline. Ph.D. preferred. This level may be achieved by technical professionals with 20 years of experience since Bachelor's degree or 18 years since Master's. Typical incumbent has 20-25 years of experience
• Strong persuasive ability, technical writing and communications skills are required at this level, proven through such technical presentations, technical papers and/or participation in technical committees that will demonstrate an advanced state-of-the-art technical expertise

Rewards & benefits

AtkinsRéalis, our values—Safety, Integrity, Collaboration, Innovation, and Excellence—are more than just words. They are the foundation of who we are and how we work. These principles shape our culture, guide our decisions, and inspire us to create an environment where every team member feels empowered to grow, succeed, and make a meaningful impact.

Depending on your employment status, AtkinsRéalis benefits may include medical, dental, vision, company-paid life and short- and long-term disability benefits, employer-matched 401(k) with 100% vesting, employee stock purchase plan, Paid Time Off, leaves of absences options, flexible work options, recognition and employee satisfaction programs, employee assistance program, and voluntary benefits. You can review our comprehensive benefits page here.

About AtkinsRéalis

We're AtkinsRéalis, a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's'infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We’re committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.

Find out more.

Additional information

Expected compensation range is between $100-133 hourly depending on skills, experience, and geographical location.

AtkinsRéalis is an equal opportunity, Drug-Free employer EOE/Veteran/Disability

Please review AtkinsRéalis' Equal Opportunity Statement here.

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